Faraway
OLD PARK, DEVIZES, WILTSHIRE SN10 5JR
£399,950
Property details
Floor area
119 m²
Year built
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Last sold
£450,000 Oct 2014
Price per m²
£3,361/m²
Local average
£545,707 (-26.7%)
Deprivation
Decile 3 (9,336 of 33,755)
Street crime
82 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Detached Bungalow
- Wonderful Setting
- Generous/Private Gardens
- 18ft Sitting Room
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Reception Rooms
- Refitted Kitchen/Bkfst Rm
- 21ft Tandem Garage
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
DirectionsFrom Devizes Market Place proceed south into St John Street and continue into Long Street, take first turning on the right into Hillworth Road and then left just before the shop into Hartmoor Road. Continue to the far end of Hartmoor Road and then approx 100 yards after the turning on the left to Broadleas Park take the slip road on the right signposted Old Park. Continue ahead after the thatched cottage and the property is the first on the right hand side.
SituationThis well-appointed property is situated in a highly sought after residential area of this thriving Wiltshire town. The semi-rural tranquil position is also conveniently placed within walking distance of the town. The historic market town of Devizes has many amenities including town centre shopping, a leisure centre, schools for all ages, various supermarkets, a variety of shops, cinema, theatre and thriving weekly market. The historic Kennet & Avon Canal runs through the town providing fishing and walking facilities. The major centres of Bath, Salisbury, Swindon, Marlborough and Chippenham are all within a 30 mile radius.
Accommodation ComprisesEntrance HallCeramic tiled floor, radiator, telephone point, built-in airing cupboard housing electric immersion tank, doors to all rooms, trap door and pull down ladder to:
Loft SpaceGenerous part boarded loft space with light and window to one end (great potential to convert to further accommodation).
Sitting Room5.74m x 3.91m (18'10 x 12'10 )
Triple aspect room with UPVC double glazed windows to front and side and UPVC double glazed sliding doors to rear garden, two radiators and TV and telephone points.
Dining Room4.32m x 4.09m (14'2 x 13'5 )
UPVC double glazed window to side and UPVC double glazed sliding doors to rear garden, two radiators and feature Minster open fireplace.
Kitchen / Breakfast Room4.47m max x 4.29m (14'8 max x 14'1 )
UPVC double glazed windows to rear and side. A range of refitted contemporary wall and base units with worktops over, integrated appliances to include fridge and freezer, washing machine and dish washer, one and a quarter stainless steel sink bowl and drainer unit, 'Neff' microwave oven and fan assisted oven, 4 ring electric hob, oil fired boiler. Door to side lobby.
Bedroom One3.84m max x 3.81m max (12'7 max x 12'6 max)
UPVC double glazed window to front, radiator, built-in wardrobe.
Bedroom Two3.66m x 3.63m (12'0 x 11'11 )
UPVC double glazed window to front, radiator, shower cubicle with power shower, wall hung wash hand basin and fitted wardrobes.
Bedroom Three2.92m x 2.79m (9'7 x 9'2 )
Dual aspect with UPVC double glazed windows to front and side, radiator and telephone point.
BathroomUPVC double glazed window to side, heated towel rail / radiator, panelled bath with power shower over, vanity unit with wash hand basin, low level wc, fully tiled walls and floor.
CloakroomAccessed off of side lobby by kitchen, low level wc, tiled floor, wash hand basin, radiator, UPVC double glazed window to side.
Property LayoutExternallyTandem Garage & Carport6.58m x 2.87m (21'7 x 9'5 )
Up and over door to front, eaves storage, personnel door to side, telephone point, window to rear. Inspection pit.
Carport to the side. Oil tank to rear.
ParkingTo the front is a private driveway with parking for a number of cars.
GardensAn exceptional garden with generous lawns, enclosed by mature hedging. There ia a patio sun terrace outside the sitting and dining rooms, established and colourful borders with an array of plants and mature shrubs. Trees, feature pond and timber shed to the rear.
Additional Garden PhotoThere is also a good frontage to the property with further lawns.
Summer HouseA good sized summer house looking down the garden with a storage area to the rear.
Agent'S NotePlease note that following the 15 year period following legal completion of the sale of this property, planning permission is granted in respect of a redevelopment opportunity, the contract for the sale will make reference to an uplift clause, whereby in the event that planning permission is granted for development within the grounds of Faraway, which is not regarded as being ancillary to the occupation of the bungalow as a single dwelling, the vendors or their successors in title will receive 30% of the net uplift in the value of the property.
DisclaimerThese particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property. All measurements and distances are approximate only.
Your home is at risk if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or other loan secured on it.
These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firm's employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property. All measurements and distances are approximate only.
Your home is at risk if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or other loan secured on it.
Listed by
Devizes & Pewsey Vale
Strakers
Reference: 41003164
EPC ratings on this postcode
We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.
| Address | Current | Potential | Floor area | Age band | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bower House, Old Park, DEVIZES | 57 | 75 | 180 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Terraced |
| Candover, Old Park, DEVIZES | 60 | 66 | 255 m² | England and Wales: 1967-1975 | Detached |
| Cedar Lodge, Old Park, DEVIZES | 74 | 82 | 248 m² | England and Wales: 1900-1929 | Detached |
| Faraway, Old Park, DEVIZES | 65 | 83 | 119 m² | England and Wales: 1950-1966 | Detached |
| Fremar, Old Park, DEVIZES | 90 | 90 | 411 m² | — | Detached |
| Fremar, Old Park, DEVIZES | 60 | 80 | 70 m² | England and Wales: 1950-1966 | Detached |
| Gainsborough, Old Park, DEVIZES | 61 | 74 | 350 m² | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | Detached |
| GLENSIDE, OLD PARK, DEVIZES, DEVIZES | 68 | 78 | 168 m² | England and Wales: 1950-1966 | Detached |
| Homewood House, Old Park, DEVIZES | 32 | 57 | 203 m² | England and Wales: 1976-1982 | Detached |
| Homewood House, Old Park, DEVIZES | 43 | 73 | 227 m² | England and Wales: 1976-1982 | Detached |
| Ridgeway House, Old Park, DEVIZES | 55 | 71 | 202 m² | England and Wales: 1967-1975 | Detached |
| Ridgeway House, Old Park, DEVIZES | 49 | 79 | 160 m² | England and Wales: 1967-1975 | Detached |
| The Orchard, Old Park, DEVIZES | 29 | 60 | 147 m² | England and Wales: 1976-1982 | Detached |
| The Walled Garden, Old Park, DEVIZES | 69 | 71 | 442 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Detached |
| The Walled Garden, Old Park, DEVIZES | 66 | 75 | 400 m² | — | Detached |
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
7% since 2014
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 31/10/2014 (11 years ago) | £450,000 | +7.1% |
| Sold | 08/01/2014 (12 years ago) | £420,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same street GAINSBOROUGH OLD PARK, DEVIZES, WILTSHIRE, SN10 5JR | £910,000 | 12/12/2023 | Detached |
| Same street BOWER HOUSE OLD PARK, DEVIZES, WILTSHIRE, SN10 5JR | £440,000 | 05/09/2023 | Terraced |
| Same street OLD PARK HOUSE OLD PARK, DEVIZES, WILTSHIRE, SN10 5JR | £985,000 | 30/11/2022 | Other |
| OTAGO, HARTMOOR, DEVIZES, WILTSHIRE, SN10 5JS | £490,000 | 19/07/2022 | Detached |
| GARDENERS COTTAGE OLD PARK, DEVIZES, WILTSHIRE, SN10 5JW | £951,000 | 15/12/2021 | Detached |
| HOMEFIELD HOUSE, HARTMOOR, DEVIZES, WILTSHIRE, SN10 5JS | £1,550,000 | 15/10/2021 | Detached |
| Same street GLENSIDE OLD PARK, DEVIZES, WILTSHIRE, SN10 5JR | £800,000 | 29/06/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £783,750 (4 sales)
Area average: £997,000 (3 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): Wiltshire. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Wiltshire. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Wiltshire.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for West Wiltshire: £898/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Old Park
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Broadleas Road | 0.4 miles |
| Bus stop | Wick Lane | 0.5 miles |
| Shop | Market Place Laundrette | 0.8 miles |
| Shop | EcigWizard | 0.8 miles |
| Hospital | Green Lane Hospital | 1.0 miles |
| Train station | Melksham | 6.6 miles |
| Hospital | Trowbridge Community Hospital | 8.9 miles |
| Train station | Trowbridge | 9.2 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 35 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 18 |
| Shoplifting | 9 |
| Public order | 7 |
| Burglary | 4 |
| Other theft | 3 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 2 |
| Other crime | 2 |
| Drugs | 1 |
| Possession of weapons | 1 |
| Total incidents | 82 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downland School | Other | 0.6 miles | Good — 21 Nov 2014 |
| Wansdyke School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 20 Apr 2016 |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Devizes | Primary | 0.8 miles | Good — 5 Apr 2017 |
| Southbroom Infants' School | Primary | 0.8 miles | Requires improvement — 1 May 2023 |
| Devizes School | Secondary | 0.9 miles | — (Inspected (no overall grade)) |
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