# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (GL7 3DD) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 18 BRIARY ROAD, LECHLADE, GLOUCESTERSHIRE GL7 3DD | | Price | £585,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | F | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1983-1990 | | Floor area | 127 m² | | Last sold | £585,000 Oct 2024 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 16/05/2034 - **Current heating cost:** £1,433/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £14,945 ### Recommendations - W2 (£4,000 - £6,000) - E (£45) - G (£350 - £450) - 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/2120-2045-6140-2009-3291) ## Description Nestled on the edge of this popular riverside town within a cul--de-sac, and backing onto a nature reserve, lies this detached family home, offered with no onward chain. Roman Way is an established cul-de-sac development of detached houses and bungalows situated to the north of the town’s Market Place. Built in the early1980’s, 18 Briary Road has been traditionally constructed of reconstituted stone beneath a pitched tiled roof and enjoys the comfort of replacement Upvc windows and a gas fired boiler that powers the domestic hot water and heating systems. The layout currently provides entrance hall with open plan stairwell leading to first floor, cloakroom with coloured suite. The dual aspect sitting room has central chimney breast that houses gas effect fire, patio door to rear. The dining room has aspect to front. The kitchen lies to the rear with a basic range of base and wall mounted units, space for free-standing appliances. Door off to utility room, access to rear and garage. To the first floor the property provides four well-proportioned bedrooms each with built-in wardrobes, the principal with en suite shower; the family bathroom completes the accommodation. 18 Briary Road is set towards the head of the cul-de-sac with well-tended front garden, gravelled driveway affording parking. Gated pedestrian access leading to the large rear garden. Laid to lawn with established planted borders, paved terrace and garden shed. Great location. An internal inspection is highly recommended. General Information The property is freehold offering vacant possession upon completion. Council Tax Band ‘F’ charges 2024/25 £3,172.47. All main services connected. Cotswold District Council . EPC Band ‘D’ (67). Broadband & Mobile signal checker via Location Lechlade is located on the further most navigational point of the River Thames bordering three counties. It is a charming historic Cotswold market town boasting a vibrant community. The town offers a wealth of reputable day to day amenities to include a popular primary school, convenience stores, butchers, modern medical centre, dentists, numerous public houses, and restaurants. Its proximity to the River Thames affords aquatic pastimes and splendid walks. Communication Swindon station c.16 miles – Paddington 59 minutes Cirencester c.13 miles | Burford c.8 miles Oxford c.25 miles | Cheltenham c.30 miles M4 Junction J15 c.14 miles | Bristol c.55 miles ## Property Photos - ![Picture No. 01](/listings/photos/148385423/1636230) - Picture No. 01 - ![Picture No. 11](/listings/photos/148385423/1636231) - Picture No. 11 - ![Picture No. 04](/listings/photos/148385423/1636232) - Picture No. 04 - ![Picture No. 05](/listings/photos/148385423/1636233) - Picture No. 05 - ![Picture No. 12](/listings/photos/148385423/1636234) - Picture No. 12 - ![Picture No. 06](/listings/photos/148385423/1636239) - Picture No. 06 - ![Picture No. 07](/listings/photos/148385423/1636241) - Picture No. 07 - ![Picture No. 08](/listings/photos/148385423/1636243) - Picture No. 08 - ![Picture No. 09](/listings/photos/148385423/1636245) - Picture No. 09 - ![Picture No. 10](/listings/photos/148385423/1636247) - Picture No. 10 - ![Picture No. 02](/listings/photos/148385423/1636250) - Picture No. 02 - ![Picture No. 13](/listings/photos/148385423/1636254) - Picture No. 13 ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/148385423/1636257) - Floorplan ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/148385423/1636260) - EPC Rating Graph ## FENSA Certificates This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #6230417 - **Address:** 18 Briary Road, LECHLADE, GL7 3DD - **Certificate Issued:** 23/12/2008 - **Work Completed:** 21/11/2008 - **Items:** 12 window(s), 3 door(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 18 BRIARY ROAD, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3DD | £585,000 | 21/10/2024 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 1 THE CURSUS, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3SB | £535,000 | 28/01/2026 | Detached | | 20 THE CURSUS, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3SB | £775,000 | 09/09/2025 | Detached | | 37 PERRINSFIELD, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3SD | £385,000 | 08/08/2025 | Detached | | MALLARD HOUSE, 30 SWANSFIELD, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3SF | £500,000 | 01/12/2023 | Detached | | 18 KINGSMEAD, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3BW | £565,000 | 10/11/2023 | Detached | | 39 ROMAN WAY, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3BS | £580,000 | 30/10/2023 | Detached | | 31 KINGSMEAD, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3BN | £425,000 | 29/09/2023 | Detached | | 2 WEST WAY, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3BT | £680,000 | 29/09/2023 | Detached | | 54 KINGSMEAD, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3BW | £545,000 | 11/07/2023 | Detached | | COTSWOLD BUNGALOW BURFORD ROAD, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3ER | £925,000 | 19/06/2023 | Detached | | 32 SWANSFIELD, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3SF | £528,000 | 05/12/2022 | Detached | | 141 PERRINSFIELD, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3SE | £473,000 | 30/11/2022 | Detached | | 18 THE CURSUS, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3SB | £582,500 | 30/11/2022 | Detached | | 26 ROMAN WAY, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3BP | £500,000 | 24/11/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 9 BRIARY ROAD, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3DD | £500,000 | 21/11/2022 | Detached | | 17 ROMAN WAY, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3BS | £540,000 | 18/11/2022 | Detached | | 8 THE CURSUS, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3SB | £585,000 | 31/08/2022 | Detached | | 85 PERRINSFIELD, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3SE | £720,000 | 17/08/2022 | Detached | | 38 PERRINSFIELD, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3SD | £570,000 | 28/07/2022 | Detached | | 20 KINGSMEAD, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3BW | £470,000 | 11/07/2022 | Detached | | 42 SWANSFIELD, LECHLADE, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, GL7 3SF | £470,000 | 28/06/2022 | Detached | **Street average:** £500,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £567,675 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £902,271 (70 Detached, GL7, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -35.2% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cotswold). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,126/mo - **Realistic:** £1,251/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,376/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Cheltenham (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,466/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.21% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £156,375 - **Target investor price (1%):** £125,100 *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 Area rent estimate.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £4,606/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -20% - **10y growth:** 68.5% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cotswold; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -1.1% - **5y growth (index):** 6.4% - **10y growth (index):** 27.7% ## 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)