# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (MK43 0DJ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 9 TOWNSEND CLOSE, BEDFORD, CRANFIELD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE MK43 0DJ | | Price | £425,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | TBC | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1967-1975 | | Floor area | 131 m² | | Last sold | £425,000 Dec 2023 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 13/07/2033 - **Current heating cost:** £1,850/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £14,500 ### Recommendations - W2 (£4,000 - £6,000) - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0370-2534-2230-2597-1811) ## Description Welcome to this 4-bedroom detached home nestled in the picturesque village of Cranfield. A harmonious blend of spacious living, modern amenities, in a popular cul de sac, this property really does provide a fantastic opportunity. Upon entering, you're greeted by a large welcoming entrance hall that sets the tone for the rest of the property. The ground floor boasts a convenient WC, perfect for guests, and flows seamlessly into the heart of the home-a large and well designed kitchen. Adjacent to the lounge is a separate dining room. The generous lounge is a fantastic space while the light filled conservatory adds a beautiful touch, perfect for enjoying the beauty of the outdoors while indoors. Upstairs, four well-proportioned bedrooms provide ample space. The family bathroom and a separate shower room ensure convenience for busy mornings with the challenges of family life Outside, the property offers a frontage that not only provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles but also includes an EV charging point, catering to modern needs. The rear of the property features a low-maintenance garden, For those with additional storage needs or a penchant for tinkering, a double garage in a block at the rear of the garden which also benefits from access from the rear completes this home. In summary the property is comprised of - Entrance Hall WC Lounge "17' 5 x 12' 8 Dining Room: 10' x 9' 5 Kitchen: 14' 5 x 12' 8 Conservatory: 11' 1 x 6' 2 Landing: Bedroom One: 9' 9 x 9' 1 Shower Room Bedroom Two: 13' 1 x 11 Bedroom Three: 11' x 10 Bathroom Bedroom Four: 9' 10 x 9' 1 Bathroom Garage 1: 16' 8 x 8 Garage 2: 16' 8 x 8 -Location- The village of Cranfield is located between the major towns of Bedford and Milton Keynes, both of which are approximately a 20-minute drive from the property and have direct links into London Kings Cross St Pancras from Bedford taking approximately 40 minutes and from the Milton Keynes platform direct into Euston taking as little as 35 minutes, J13 and J14, M1 is approximately 15 minutes away. The village gives easy access to both Rectory Wood and Marston Thrift both via a number of nearby walking routes The village also offers local amenities that include a Convenience store, Post office, Hairdressers, Barbers, Cafe, a number of takeaways and both Lower and Middle schools Disclaimer Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only. Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense. Floorplans are for illustration purposes only. Goodacre has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the potential buyers must obtain verification from their solicitors. Potential buyers are advised to check and confirm the EPC and council tax bands before committing to any expense Council Tax Band: TBC Tenure: Freehold ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150768221/363783) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150768221/363784) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150768221/363787) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150768221/363788) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150768221/363791) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150768221/363794) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150768221/363797) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150768221/363800) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150768221/363803) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150768221/363807) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150768221/363810) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150768221/363812) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150768221/363815) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150768221/363817) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/150768221/363818) - Floorplan 1 ## FENSA Certificates This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #4491288 - **Address:** 9 Townsend Close, Cranfield, MK43 0DJ - **Certificate Issued:** 20/02/2007 - **Work Completed:** 01/02/2007 - **Items:** 7 window(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 9 TOWNSEND CLOSE, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0DJ | £425,000 | 15/12/2023 | Detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 18 WILLOW SPRINGS, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0DS | £495,000 | 18/12/2025 | Detached | | 41A HIGH STREET, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0DP | £250,000 | 24/11/2025 | Detached | | 16 HOLLOWDAY ROAD, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0FU | £408,000 | 15/12/2023 | Detached | | 7 WILLOW SPRINGS, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0DS | £470,000 | 28/09/2023 | Detached | | 73 THILLANS, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0WP | £390,000 | 11/09/2023 | Detached | | 43 HIGH STREET, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0DP | £640,000 | 28/04/2023 | Detached | | 1 HOLLOWDAY ROAD, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0FU | £535,000 | 17/03/2023 | Detached | | 7 HOLLOWDAY ROAD, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0FU | £455,000 | 06/03/2023 | Detached | | 113 THILLANS, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0WP | £412,500 | 22/12/2022 | Detached | | 17 HOLLOWDAY ROAD, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0FU | £435,000 | 16/12/2022 | Detached | | 29 ARPINS PIGHTLE, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0GG | £585,000 | 15/12/2022 | Detached | | 32 WILLOW SPRINGS, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0DS | £450,000 | 07/12/2022 | Detached | | 11 HOLLOWDAY ROAD, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0FU | £550,000 | 15/11/2022 | Detached | | 5 RAMSEY ABBEY CLOSE, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0GB | £187,500 | 27/10/2022 | Detached | | 6 ROWAN WAY, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0DT | £430,000 | 23/09/2022 | Detached | | 57 HARE LANE, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0ZG | £390,000 | 21/09/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 30 TOWNSEND CLOSE, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0DJ | £350,000 | 02/09/2022 | Detached | | 29 WILLOW SPRINGS, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0DS | £475,000 | 30/08/2022 | Detached | | 28 WILLOW SPRINGS, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0DS | £475,000 | 29/07/2022 | Detached | | 5 ARPINS PIGHTLE, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0GG | £355,000 | 15/07/2022 | Detached | | 1 ROWAN WAY, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0DH | £558,000 | 08/07/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 29 TOWNSEND CLOSE, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0DJ | £380,000 | 29/09/2021 | Detached | | [Same street] 16 TOWNSEND CLOSE, CRANFIELD, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0DJ | £315,000 | 27/09/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £348,333 (3 sales) **Area average:** £447,300 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £563,000 (49 Detached, MK43, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -24.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Central Bedfordshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,118/mo - **Realistic:** £1,242/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,366/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Bedford (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,296/mo ## Rental Comparables *Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.* | Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on | |------|------|------|------|------| | 4 Bed Semi-Detached House, Folly Farm, MK43 | £610/mo | 4 | 0.11 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £610/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.14% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £76,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £61,000 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £610/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 1.7% - **Cost-to-rent:** 58.1× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-1,150/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -11.2% *Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − mortgage − 10% maintenance − £25/mo compliance; assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term. ROI = annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £3,244/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 12.5% - **10y growth:** 40.8% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Central Bedfordshire; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.9% - **5y growth (index):** 20.4% - **10y growth (index):** 35.8% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)