133 BIRCHGROVE STREET
PORTH, RHONDDA CYNON TAFF CF39 9UY
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
114 m²
EPC rating
D
Last sold
£173,500 Jun 2023
Price per m²
£1,579/m²
Local average
£262,416 (-31.4%)
Street crime
129 incidents within 1 mile (Jul 2026)
Key features
- Council Tax Band B
- Detached house
- Spacious reception room
- Excellent public transport links
- Close to local amenities
- Beautiful green spaces nearby
- Spacious reception room with bay window
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Broadband
- FTTP (fibre to the premises)
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Gas central
- Parking
- On street
- Garden
- Back garden
- Listed property
- No
- Restrictions
- No
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
Description
This immaculate three-bedroom detached house at 133 Birchgrove Street, Porth offers stylish, move-in ready living with a spacious reception room, a versatile converted attic, and excellent transport links—ideal for first-time buyers and families seeking comfort and convenience.
DESCRIPTION
Presenting an immaculate three-bedroom detached house at 133 Birchgrove Street, Porth, CF39 9UY, this property offers an exceptional opportunity for first time buyers and families seeking a stylish and comfortable home in a well-connected location.
Upon entering the property, you are greeted by a spacious reception room featuring a beautiful bay window, allowing natural light to flood the space and creating a warm, inviting atmosphere—ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. The property further benefits from a well-appointed kitchen, thoughtfully designed to accommodate family life and culinary pursuits.
Upstairs, three well-proportioned bedrooms provide ample space for rest and privacy, making this home particularly suitable for growing families. A modern bathroom completes the upper level, ensuring convenience and comfort for all residents. A notable highlight of this residence is the converted attic room, offering versatile additional space perfect for a home office, playroom, or guest accommodation.
Set within easy reach of superb public transport links, commuting and access to local amenities could not be more convenient. Meticulously maintained throughout, the property combines classic style with contemporary features, ensuring move-in ready accommodation suitable for a range of buyers.
Please note that an AML fee is chargeable once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks.
Lounge 23' 7" x 9' 11" ( 7.19m x 3.02m )
Large rear aspect bay window, front aspect window, door to porvh, entrance to kitchen
Kitchen 19' 9" x 10' 2" ( 6.02m x 3.10m )
Front and rear aspect window, modern fitted appliances, fitted cupboards, sapce for utility room
Hall 9' 10" x 5' 7" ( 3.00m x 1.70m )
Bedroom 1 13' 1" x 8' 1" ( 3.99m x 2.46m )
Two front aspect windows, door to landing
Bedroom 2 10' 10" x 10' 4" ( 3.30m x 3.15m )
Two front aspect windows, door to hallway
Bedroom 3 9' 8" x 11' 4" ( 2.95m x 3.45m )
Two rear aspect windows, door to hallway
Bathroom 6' 7" x 8' 10" ( 2.01m x 2.69m )
Rear aspect window, bathtub with shower, sink basin, toilet, door to landing
Attic Room 13' 3" x 19' 9" ( 4.04m x 6.02m )
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER PETER ALAN NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.
Listed by
Pontypridd
Peter Alan - Connells
Reference: 169220870
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 20/02/2023
Expiry date: 19/02/2033
Current heating cost: £1,059/year
Potential heating cost: £615/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £23,500
Recommendations
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
- 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)
Registered land (INSPIRE)
INSPIRE registered land data is not available for this location yet.
FENSA Certificates
This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #12713192
Property Details
Street: 133 Birchgrove Street
Town: PORTH
Postcode: CF39 9UY
Installation Details
Items: 13 windows and 2 doors
Certificate Issued: 20/12/2017
Work Completed: 18/10/2017
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £180,000 | +3.7% |
| Sold | 02/06/2023 (3 years ago) | £173,500 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOUNT PLEASANT HOUSE 1 TROEDYRHIW ROAD, PORTH, RHONDDA CYNON TAFF, CF39 0NA | £260,000 | 05/06/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 139 BIRCHGROVE STREET, PORTH, RHONDDA CYNON TAFF, CF39 9UY | £65,000 | 01/10/2021 | Terraced |
Street average: £65,000 (1 sale)
Area average: £260,000 (1 sale)
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): Rhondda Cynon Taf. Series: Detached. As of June 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Rhondda Cynon Taf. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Rhondda Cynon Taf.
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shop | TSP Sports Massage | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Contrast Welllness Club | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Unknown | 0.2 miles |
| Train station | Porth | 0.3 miles |
| Bus stop | Porth Interchange Bay 7 | 0.3 miles |
| Train station | Dinas Rhondda | 1.2 miles |
| Hospital | Dewi Sant Hospital | 3.1 miles |
| Hospital | Royal Glamorgan Hospital | 4.8 miles |
| University | Union School of Theology | 11.4 miles |
| University | University of South Wales | 12.0 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 55 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 17 |
| Public order | 17 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 13 |
| Shoplifting | 8 |
| Other theft | 7 |
| Burglary | 6 |
| Other crime | 2 |
| Theft from the person | 2 |
| Drugs | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 129 |
Within 1 mile during Jul 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porth Community School | Other | 0.4 miles | — (No rating) |
| Ynyshir Junior School | Other | 0.5 miles | — (No rating) |
| Ysgol G. G. Llwyncelyn | Other | 0.5 miles | — (No rating) |
| Ynyshir Primary School | Other | 0.5 miles | — (No rating) |
| Ynyshir Infants School | Other | 0.7 miles | — (No rating) |
Rental Comparables
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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).