# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (CM3 5ZN) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 18 BULBECKS WALK, CHELMSFORD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, ESSEX CM3 5ZN | | Price | £550,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | TBC | | Last sold | £555,000 Feb 2026 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 05/11/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £1,063/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £19,350 ### Recommendations - W2 (£5,000 - £10,000) - I (£2,200 - £3,500) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2190-4139-1050-5096-6905) ## Description Palmer and Partners are delighted to present this beautifully presented four-bedroom detached family home, ideally located within a quiet cul-de-sac in the sought-after town of South Woodham Ferrers. This impressive residence offers generous living space, modern amenities, and superb presentation throughout—making it a perfect family home ready to move into. The property enjoys an enviable location that combines the charm of village living with excellent convenience. Local schools, open green spaces, leisure and recreational facilities are all within close proximity, while South Woodham Ferrers train station provides swift connections to London and surrounding areas. Chelmsford City Centre is just a short drive away, offering a wide array of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, alongside excellent road and rail links. Internally, the ground floor welcomes you via a spacious entrance hall which includes a downstairs cloakroom for added convenience. The modern fitted kitchen is thoughtfully designed and comes fully equipped with an integrated fridge freezer, washing machine, microwave, and space for a range cooker. A pantry cupboard and water softener further enhance practicality, while a comprehensive range of wall and base units offer excellent storage solutions. There are three versatile reception rooms on the ground floor. To the front, a bright and airy reception room serves as an ideal office, playroom or snug. A formal dining room, complete with a fitted air conditioning unit and sliding doors to the garden, provides the perfect setting for family meals or entertaining guests. The spacious lounge features a striking fireplace, built-in bookshelves, and bi-folding doors that open into a stunning conservatory. The conservatory boasts Velux windows, an electric fan, underfloor heating, and stylish shutters throughout—creating a comfortable space that can be enjoyed all year round. French doors open seamlessly onto the rear garden. To the first floor are four well-proportioned bedrooms, most of which benefit from built-in wardrobes. The principal bedroom is fitted with air conditioning and features a newly installed en-suite shower room, finished to a high standard. Bedroom three offers access to a useful loft room, ideal for storage or as a potential hobby space. A four-piece family bathroom includes a panel-enclosed bath, separate shower cubicle, low-level WC and hand wash basin, with recently updated flooring. Externally, the property continues to impress. The mature front garden adds kerb appeal, while the large, gated block-paved driveway provides ample off-street parking and leads to a detached double garage. The garage is fully equipped with power and lighting and benefits from a fully boarded loft space for additional storage. To the rear, the private garden is beautifully maintained and thoughtfully landscaped, featuring a patio area ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining, along with an area laid to artificial lawn for ease of maintenance. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a truly exceptional family home in a desirable residential location. Early internal viewing is strongly recommended. ## Property Photos - ![Picture No. 36](/listings/photos/165778136/908895) - Picture No. 36 - ![Picture No. 21](/listings/photos/165778136/908896) - Picture No. 21 - ![Picture No. 02](/listings/photos/165778136/908897) - Picture No. 02 - ![Picture No. 19](/listings/photos/165778136/908898) - Picture No. 19 - ![Picture No. 35](/listings/photos/165778136/908899) - Picture No. 35 - ![Picture No. 13](/listings/photos/165778136/908900) - Picture No. 13 - ![Picture No. 11](/listings/photos/165778136/908901) - Picture No. 11 - ![Picture No. 12](/listings/photos/165778136/908902) - Picture No. 12 - ![Picture No. 22](/listings/photos/165778136/908903) - Picture No. 22 - ![Picture No. 23](/listings/photos/165778136/908904) - Picture No. 23 - ![Picture No. 24](/listings/photos/165778136/908905) - Picture No. 24 - ![Picture No. 03](/listings/photos/165778136/908906) - Picture No. 03 - ![Picture No. 04](/listings/photos/165778136/908907) - Picture No. 04 - ![Picture No. 05](/listings/photos/165778136/908908) - Picture No. 05 - ![Picture No. 06](/listings/photos/165778136/908909) - Picture No. 06 - ![Picture No. 07](/listings/photos/165778136/908910) - Picture No. 07 - ![Picture No. 08](/listings/photos/165778136/908911) - Picture No. 08 - ![Picture No. 09](/listings/photos/165778136/908912) - Picture No. 09 - ![Picture No. 14](/listings/photos/165778136/908913) - Picture No. 14 - ![Picture No. 15](/listings/photos/165778136/908914) - Picture No. 15 - ![Picture No. 25](/listings/photos/165778136/908915) - Picture No. 25 - ![Picture No. 31](/listings/photos/165778136/908916) - Picture No. 31 - ![Picture No. 32](/listings/photos/165778136/908917) - Picture No. 32 - ![Picture No. 27](/listings/photos/165778136/908918) - Picture No. 27 - ![Picture No. 26](/listings/photos/165778136/908919) - Picture No. 26 - ![Picture No. 29](/listings/photos/165778136/908920) - Picture No. 29 - ![Picture No. 16](/listings/photos/165778136/908921) - Picture No. 16 - ![Picture No. 17](/listings/photos/165778136/908922) - Picture No. 17 - ![Picture No. 18](/listings/photos/165778136/908923) - Picture No. 18 - ![Picture No. 20](/listings/photos/165778136/908924) - Picture No. 20 - ![Picture No. 28](/listings/photos/165778136/908925) - Picture No. 28 - ![Picture No. 30](/listings/photos/165778136/908926) - Picture No. 30 - ![Picture No. 33](/listings/photos/165778136/908927) - Picture No. 33 - ![Picture No. 34](/listings/photos/165778136/908928) - Picture No. 34 - ![Picture No. 37](/listings/photos/165778136/908929) - Picture No. 37 - ![Picture No. 38](/listings/photos/165778136/908930) - Picture No. 38 ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/165778136/908931) - Floorplan ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/165778136/908932) - EPC Rating Graph ## FENSA Certificates This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #11737472 - **Address:** 18 Bulbecks Walk, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5ZN - **Certificate Issued:** 18/07/2016 - **Work Completed:** 24/06/2016 - **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 BULBECKS WALK, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZN | £555,000 | 03/02/2026 | Detached | | 18 BULBECKS WALK, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZN | £346,000 | 28/07/2008 | Detached | | 18 BULBECKS WALK, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZN | £295,000 | 12/05/2004 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 38 DRYWOODS, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZG | £487,590 | 02/12/2025 | Detached | | 23 ASHMANS ROW, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5GD | £400,000 | 26/11/2025 | Detached | | 15 ANCHOR REACH, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5GS | £557,500 | 07/11/2025 | Detached | | 84 BROUGHTON ROAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5FY | £447,500 | 07/07/2025 | Detached | | [Same street] 19 BULBECKS WALK, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZN | £420,000 | 02/11/2023 | Detached | | 5 THE SPINNAKER, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5GL | £520,000 | 13/10/2023 | Detached | | 22 ANCHOR REACH, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5GS | £605,000 | 17/11/2022 | Detached | | 2 HALYARD REACH, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5GN | £575,000 | 20/10/2022 | Detached | | 80 BROUGHTON ROAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5FY | £670,000 | 18/10/2022 | Detached | | 22 TAFFRAIL GARDENS, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WH | £585,000 | 17/10/2022 | Detached | | 4 STARBOARD VIEW, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5GR | £415,000 | 10/10/2022 | Detached | | 34 ORMESBY CHINE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 7AR | £460,000 | 04/10/2022 | Detached | | 6 REYNOLDS GATE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5FA | £395,000 | 25/08/2022 | Detached | | 6 TAFFRAIL GARDENS, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WH | £740,000 | 24/08/2022 | Detached | | 18 STARBOARD VIEW, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5GR | £370,000 | 19/08/2022 | Detached | | 16 THE SPINNAKER, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5GL | £645,000 | 12/08/2022 | Detached | | 10 QUARTER GATE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5GT | £465,000 | 26/07/2022 | Detached | | 23 HALLOWELL DOWN, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5FS | £340,000 | 22/07/2022 | Detached | | 24 TAFFRAIL GARDENS, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WH | £620,000 | 15/07/2022 | Detached | | 221A HULLBRIDGE ROAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5LW | £735,000 | 24/06/2022 | Detached | | 213A HULLBRIDGE ROAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5LW | £650,000 | 23/03/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 5 BULBECKS WALK, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZN | £475,000 | 24/11/2021 | Detached | | [Same street] 29 BULBECKS WALK, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZN | £470,000 | 17/11/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £455,000 (3 sales) **Area average:** £534,130 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £628,679 (94 Detached, CM3, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -12.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Chelmsford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,301/mo - **Realistic:** £1,445/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,590/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Chelmsford (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,446/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.26% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £180,625 - **Target investor price (1%):** £144,500 *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:** £4,015/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 3.7% - **10y growth:** 36.3% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Chelmsford; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 0.9% - **5y growth (index):** 15.3% - **10y growth (index):** 31.2% ## 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)