7 BEACH HOUSE GARDENS
CANVEY ISLAND, ESSEX SS8 7DX
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
169 m²
Council tax band
E
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Last sold
£534,000 Aug 2025
Price per m²
£3,107/m²
Local average
£377,066 (+39.2%)
Deprivation
Decile 5 (15,360 of 33,755)
Street crime
110 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Four-bedroom detached home in a quiet cul-de-sac location
- Just a stone’s throw from the beach – perfect for coastal living
- All bedrooms are doubles, with a master en-suite for added comfort
- Spacious lounge and bright conservatory for relaxation and entertaining
- Dedicated home office – ideal for remote working
- Well-equipped kitchen and separate utility room for convenience
- Double garage and ample driveway parking for multiple vehicles
- Close to local amenities, schools, and scenic seaside walks
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- Council Tax Band - E
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after Beach House Gardens, this impressive four-bedroom detached home offers generous living space and a prime location just a stone’s throw from the beach. Perfect for families or those seeking a peaceful seaside retreat, this property combines comfort, practicality, and stunning surroundings.
Internally, the home is thoughtfully designed to provide a versatile and spacious layout. All four bedrooms are doubles, ensuring ample space for family members or guests. The master bedroom benefits from a private en-suite, adding a touch of luxury and convenience. The additional bedrooms are well-proportioned and perfect for children, guests, or even a hobby room.
The property boasts multiple reception areas, including a bright and airy conservatory, ideal for enjoying natural light all year round. The large lounge provides a welcoming space for relaxation or entertaining, while a dedicated home office makes working from home effortless. A utility room adds further practicality, keeping household chores separate from the main living areas.
The well-equipped kitchen offers ample storage and workspace, making it a fantastic hub for cooking and socializing. Whether you're preparing a family meal or hosting friends, this space is both functional and inviting.
Externally, the property benefits from a double garage, providing secure parking and additional storage. The ample driveway ensures plenty of off-street parking, making it ideal for families with multiple vehicles.
Situated in a peaceful cul-de-sac, this home enjoys a quiet and safe setting while being just moments from the beach, perfect for scenic walks and seaside relaxation.
With its spacious interior, prime coastal location, double garage, and excellent amenities, this beautiful home is a rare find. Don’t miss out—schedule your viewing today!
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: E
Flood Risk: Very and Very Low
Conservation Area: No
Electric: Yes
Gas: Yes
Water: Mains
Sewage: Mains
Listed by
Canvey Island
Fisks Ltd
Reference: 159697289
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 27/03/2025
Expiry date: 26/03/2035
Current heating cost: £1,716/year
Potential heating cost: £988/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £14,025
Recommendations
- Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£100 - £350)
- Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
- Hot water cylinder thermostat (£200 - £400)
- Upgrade heating controls (£350 - £450)
- Replace boiler with new condensing boiler (£2,200 - £3,000)
- Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #4725101
Property Details
Street: 7 Beach House Gardens
Town: CANVEY ISLAND
Postcode: SS8 7DX
Installation Details
Items: 5 windows and 3 doors
Certificate Issued: 28/05/2007
Work Completed: 10/05/2007
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #12085290
Property Details
Street: 7 Beach House Gardens
Town: CANVEY ISLAND
Postcode: SS8 7DX
Installation Details
Items: 1 window and 1 door
Certificate Issued: 12/12/2016
Work Completed: 04/11/2016
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 27/08/2025 (9 months ago) | £534,000 | — |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.
Sold Comparables
Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.
| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 SOUTHFALLS ROAD, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7QA | £385,000 | 12/12/2025 | Detached |
| 27 DOVERCLIFF ROAD, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7PE | £385,000 | 21/11/2025 | Detached |
| 16 SEAVIEW ROAD, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7PB | £385,000 | 16/10/2023 | Detached |
| 33 SOUTHFALLS ROAD, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7QA | £725,000 | 08/08/2023 | Detached |
| 31 POINT ROAD, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7RT | £375,000 | 08/08/2023 | Detached |
| 1 MARINE AVENUE, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7NJ | £350,000 | 06/10/2022 | Detached |
| 67 GAFZELLE DRIVE, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7LZ | £445,000 | 08/09/2022 | Detached |
| 11 SHELDON ROAD, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7NL | £385,000 | 11/07/2022 | Detached |
| 21 MARINE AVENUE, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7NJ | £355,000 | 28/04/2022 | Detached |
| 3 MARINE AVENUE, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7NJ | £550,000 | 08/04/2022 | Detached |
| 58 STATION ROAD, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7NE | £341,000 | 22/03/2022 | Detached |
| 19 PARK AVENUE, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7PY | £300,000 | 11/02/2022 | Detached |
| 73 GAFZELLE DRIVE, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7LZ | £475,000 | 07/01/2022 | Detached |
| 23 LEIGH BECK LANE, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7PS | £380,000 | 20/12/2021 | Detached |
| 18 SEAVIEW ROAD, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7PB | £230,000 | 10/12/2021 | Detached |
| 22 SEAVIEW ROAD, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7PB | £235,000 | 10/11/2021 | Detached |
| 84 GAFZELLE DRIVE, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7LZ | £308,000 | 30/09/2021 | Detached |
| 15A MARINE AVENUE, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7NJ | £260,000 | 30/09/2021 | Detached |
| 2A PARK LANE, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7PX | £192,500 | 31/08/2021 | Detached |
| 28 DOVERCLIFF ROAD, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 7PE | £260,000 | 30/06/2021 | Detached |
Area average: £366,075 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Castle Point. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Castle Point. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Castle Point.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Chelmsford: £1,446/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Seaview Road | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Unknown | 0.7 miles |
| Shop | Argos | 1.0 miles |
| Train station | Leigh-on-Sea | 2.2 miles |
| Train station | Chalkwell | 2.9 miles |
| University | University of Essex | 4.6 miles |
| Hospital | Wellesley Hospital | 5.6 miles |
| Hospital | Rochford Hospital | 6.2 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 39 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 35 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 8 |
| Drugs | 5 |
| Public order | 5 |
| Other theft | 4 |
| Shoplifting | 4 |
| Other crime | 3 |
| Robbery | 3 |
| Burglary | 2 |
| Possession of weapons | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 110 |
Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).
Schools nearby
Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.
| Name | Type | Distance | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leigh Beck Infant School and Nursery Academy | Primary | 0.2 miles | Good — 23 Apr 2018 |
| Leigh Beck Junior School | Primary | 0.2 miles | Good — 7 Feb 2022 |
| Lubbins Park Primary Academy | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 15 Oct 2019 |
| Castle View School | Secondary | 0.9 miles | Requires improvement — 24 Jan 2024 |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School | Primary | 1.2 miles | Good — 24 Apr 2024 |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
- Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
- Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
- Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).