98 PENMERE DRIVE
NEWQUAY, CORNWALL TR7 1NG
£495,000
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
117 m²
EPC rating
C
Year built
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Last sold
£485,000 Dec 2025
Price per m²
£4,231/m²
Local average
£540,875 (-8.5%)
Deprivation
Decile 8 (24,508 of 33,755)
Street crime
134 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)
Key features
- Originally a larger 4 bedroom house
- Stunning Gannel views from the side decking and upper rooms
- Large double garage with the option for further accommodation
- Large rear conservatory with underfloor heating
- Well presented throughout with some modernisation undertaken
- Located in a favoured cul-de-sac on this popular estate
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Penmere Drive is a very desirable location near Newquay town centre, Fistral Beach and the River Gannel providing access to many Cafés, restaurants, water activities and schools.
This large family home has 3 double bedrooms which includes a nicely remodelled Master en-suite with dedicated wardrobe room (original 4th bedroom). A large rear conservatory really opens the downstairs living accommodation and makes a great entertaining room to free up the original dining room for a home study.
Located on the South side of Penmere drive, there is a direct view from the decking and lower garden onto the River Gannel and neighbouring countryside.
Entrance Hall - Staircase ascending to the first floor. Under stairs storage cupboard. Access to the:
Lounge - Front aspect bay window unit and rear door unit to the conservatory. Hard wood flooring throughout. Fireplace with gas point.
Conservatory - Large Conservatory with ample room for large dining table and seating area. Rear door unit to the side decking and rear garden. Access to the:
Study - Originally a dining room, the space is well used as a study with multiple houses using this as a 5th bedroom.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room - Modernised kitchen with a range of wall and floor mounted shaker style kitchen units under a marble effect rolled edge laminate worktop with modern twist effect natural wood handles. Integral eye level double oven and 4 point hob unit with extractor canopy over. Dual drainer stainless steel sink situated in front of the side aspect window unit with stunning Gannel views. Open access to the breakfast room with a continued range of matching kitchen units and extended worktop for breakfast bar seating. Patio door to the rear garden.
Utility - Continued range of floor and wall mounted units under a laminate worktop with additional stainless steel sink. Recess for washing machine and tumble dryer.
Double Garage - 2 up and over garage doors and rear uPVC door unit. Multiple power points and ceiling lights. Open rafters used for additional storage. Gas central heating boiler providing the heating throughout the house. Rear window unit.
Upstairs -
Master Bedroom En-Suite - The master en-suite takes the original large double bedroom and extends it further into the original 4th single room. This provides a large master bedroom but can easily be returned to the 4 bedroom original layout.
Bedroom 2 - The second bedroom is a decent sized double bedroom with a large selection of mirror finished integral wardrobes. There is a large front aspect South facing window with views over the River Gannel and surrounding Countryside.
Bedroom 3 - Rear aspect double bedroom with ample room for wardrobes and chest of draws. Central ceiling light, rear aspect window.
Bathroom - Front aspect bathroom comprising of a full length side panel bath with mains fed shower over, Low Level WC and white pedestal basin. Front aspect diffused glass window and wiring cupboard housing the pressurised immersion cylinder providing the hot water throughout.
Outside - To the rear of the property is a small enclosed garden with a well established tree lined boundary with feather edged boundary wall behind. To the side is a large decked area leading to a smaller lowered garden. This area is very private and provides a beautiful view whist enjoying the middle of the day sun.
Tenure - Freehold
Services - All mains
Council Tax - Band E
Agents Note - Please note, the marketing photos are from January 2023, however, are an accurate indication of the current condition of the property. The virtual tour and floorplan do not include the first floor rooms due to limited access.
Listed by
Newquay
Start & Co
Reference: 163738454
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 24/03/2026
Current heating cost: £956/year
Potential heating cost: £956/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £9,000
Recommendations
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
58% since 2015
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 17/12/2025 (5 months ago) | £485,000 | +58% |
| Sold | 27/03/2015 (11 years ago) | £307,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85 PENMERE DRIVE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1NS | £450,000 | 09/12/2025 | Detached |
| 168 PENMERE DRIVE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1RX | £435,000 | 19/12/2023 | Detached |
| 10 STRET CONSTANTINE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1GH | £380,000 | 24/11/2023 | Detached |
| 15 STRET MORGAN LE FAY, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1GS | £378,000 | 21/07/2023 | Detached |
| 151 PENMERE DRIVE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1NS | £480,000 | 02/06/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 94 PENMERE DRIVE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1NG | £750,000 | 28/04/2023 | Detached |
| 56 TREVEAN WAY, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1TW | £1,375,000 | 18/04/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 60 PENMERE DRIVE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1NG | £566,000 | 20/03/2023 | Detached |
| 51 PENMERE DRIVE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1QQ | £490,000 | 21/12/2022 | Detached |
| 48 TREVEAN WAY, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1TW | £1,690,085 | 19/12/2022 | Detached |
| 1 BOWNDER GARETH, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1GL | £430,000 | 09/12/2022 | Detached |
| 83 PENMERE DRIVE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1NS | £572,500 | 23/11/2022 | Detached |
| 30 PARC GODREVY, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1TY | £425,000 | 21/09/2022 | Detached |
| 14 STRET CARADOC, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1GE | £455,000 | 09/09/2022 | Detached |
| 12 STRET CARADOC, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1GE | £435,000 | 30/06/2022 | Detached |
| 159 PENMERE DRIVE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1NS | £290,000 | 09/06/2022 | Detached |
| 168 PENMERE DRIVE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1RX | £415,000 | 01/06/2022 | Detached |
| 12 STRET MORGAN LE FAY, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1GS | £390,000 | 20/05/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 75 PENMERE DRIVE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1NG | £395,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached |
| 229 PENMERE DRIVE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1RY | £490,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached |
| 4 POLVELLA CLOSE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1QG | £515,000 | 12/04/2022 | Detached |
| 20 STRET CARADOC, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1GE | £435,000 | 04/04/2022 | Detached |
| 6 TREVEAN WAY, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1TW | £820,000 | 31/03/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 70 PENMERE DRIVE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1NG | £495,000 | 09/12/2021 | Detached |
| Same street 66 PENMERE DRIVE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL, TR7 1NG | £475,000 | 22/09/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £536,200 (5 sales)
Area average: £567,529 (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): Cornwall. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cornwall. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cornwall.
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Unknown | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Tower Road Laundrette | 0.4 miles |
| Shop | The Cycle Mechanic | 0.4 miles |
| Train station | Newquay | 0.9 miles |
| Train station | Quintrell Downs | 2.9 miles |
| University | Peninsula Dental School | 10.0 miles |
| Hospital | Mount Hawke Surgery | 10.2 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 43 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 28 |
| Other theft | 17 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 14 |
| Shoplifting | 9 |
| Burglary | 6 |
| Public order | 4 |
| Drugs | 3 |
| Vehicle crime | 3 |
| Bicycle theft | 2 |
| Other crime | 2 |
| Possession of weapons | 2 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Total incidents | 134 |
Within 1 mile during Mar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trenance Learning Academy | Primary | 0.7 miles | Outstanding — 24 Sep 2023 |
| Newquay Junior Academy | Primary | 1.0 miles | Good — 2 Dec 2019 |
| The Bishops CofE Learning Academy | Primary | 1.1 miles | Good — 24 May 2013 |
| Newquay Tretherras | Secondary | 1.7 miles | Good — 9 Oct 2013 |
| Newquay Primary Academy | Primary | 1.7 miles | Outstanding — 14 Mar 2024 |
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