15 KESTREL WAY
BARNSTAPLE, DEVON EX32 8QN
£290,000
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Last sold
£290,000 Aug 2014
Local average
£368,715 (-21.3%)
Deprivation
Decile 7 (23,484 of 33,755)
Street crime
41 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED DETACHED 4-BEDROOM FAMILY HOME
- PVCU DOUBLE GLAZED WINDOWS
- POPULAR RESIDENTIAL LOCATION
- DRESSING ROOM AND ENSUITE BATHROOM TO MASTER BEDROOM
- AMPLE PARKING AND DOUBLE GARAGE
- EASY ACCESS TO LOCAL AMENITIES INCLUDING SCHOOLS
- CONNECTING BUS SERVICE TO BARNSTAPLE TOWN CENTRE
- GOOD SIZE ACCOMMODATION
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Sitting in a quiet cul de sac location the well-appointed accommodation briefly comprises: entrance porch, spacious entrance hall with useful understairs cupboard, cloakroom with 2-piece suite, dual aspect lounge with attractive fireplace with hearth and inset electric fire and double glazed patio doors leading to the delightful pvcu double glazed conservatory. An opening leads through to the truly superb re-fitted kitchen/dining room with a range of modern wall and base units with working surfaces over, inset one and a half bowl sink unit, beautiful slate tiled floor with electric under floor heating, integrated 4-ring gas hob with extractor, eye level double electric oven, integrated dishwasher, tiled splashbacks, space for fridge/freezer, wine cooler and space for a good size dining table. There is a separate utility room with space and plumbing for appliances, fitted units, wall mounted boiler and door out to the rear.
On the first floor is the master bedroom with built-in double wardrobe and dressing area and door through to ensuite shower room with 3-piece white suite comprising shower cubicle, pedestal wash basin and low-level w.c. There are 2 further double bedrooms and bedroom 4, a single room, with window overlooking the rear garden. There is a family bathroom with panelled bath with shower over, tiled surround, pedestal wash basin and low level w.c.
Outside, the property is approached via the long double width driveway providing ample off road parking leading to the double garage with two up and over doors, one being electric, and has light and power connected and personal door at the rear. The gardens are well proportioned and are mainly laid to lawn with flower bed borders, patio area ideal for outdoor dining and a play area which is perfect for children.
Situated in the popular Westacott area of Barnstaple, on the outskirts of the town, the property is within easy walking distance of schools, shops, pubs and out of town superstores. Barnstaple town centre is within easy driving distance and offers an excellent range of national high street shops, banks and leisure facilities. The Devon Link Road (A361) is also convenient and offers a fast route to the M5 and there is a mainline railway station on the periphery of the town.
From Barnstaple continue out of town along Eastern Avenue and at the roundabout by Tescos turn left into Whiddon Drive. Follow this road into Westacott and take the last turning on the right into Kestrel Way and No 15 will be found on the right hand side with number plate displayed.
Listed by
Barnstaple
Webbers Property Services
Reference: 30071343
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #12854203
Property Details
Street: 15 Kestrel Way
Town: BARNSTAPLE
Postcode: EX32 8QN
Installation Details
Items: 1 window and 2 doors
Certificate Issued: 26/03/2018
Work Completed: 05/02/2018
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 18/08/2014 (11 years ago) | £290,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 CLOVER WAY, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8RD | £297,500 | 08/12/2025 | Detached |
| Same street 11 KESTREL WAY, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QN | £395,000 | 27/09/2024 | Detached |
| 21 FOXGLOVE CLOSE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8RE | £320,000 | 24/11/2023 | Detached |
| 7 HERON COURT, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QR | £330,000 | 24/11/2023 | Detached |
| 80 WOODLAND CLOSE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 0EG | £222,500 | 27/10/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 5 KESTREL WAY, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QN | £465,000 | 12/05/2023 | Detached |
| 17 KINGFISHER DRIVE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QW | £365,000 | 24/11/2022 | Detached |
| 9 SWALLOW CLOSE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QP | £395,000 | 27/10/2022 | Detached |
| 12 PRIMROSE AVENUE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8RG | £335,000 | 14/10/2022 | Detached |
| TRENANCE 1 WESTACOTT, GOODLEIGH, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 7NF | £260,000 | 07/10/2022 | Detached |
| 74 WOODLAND CLOSE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 0EG | £321,000 | 16/09/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 9 KESTREL WAY, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QN | £407,200 | 08/08/2022 | Detached |
| 84 WOODLAND CLOSE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 0EG | £350,000 | 29/07/2022 | Detached |
| 84 WOODLAND CLOSE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 0EG | £220,000 | 25/03/2022 | Detached |
| 16 SWALLOW CLOSE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QP | £355,000 | 09/03/2022 | Detached |
| 51 WOODLAND CLOSE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 0EG | £320,000 | 04/02/2022 | Detached |
| 6 LARKSPUR GARDENS, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8RA | £325,000 | 21/01/2022 | Detached |
| 1 KINGFISHER DRIVE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QW | £305,000 | 20/01/2022 | Detached |
| 3 HERON COURT, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QR | £395,000 | 14/01/2022 | Detached |
| 63 WOODLAND CLOSE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 0EG | £290,000 | 30/09/2021 | Detached |
| 75 WOODLAND CLOSE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 0EG | £285,000 | 28/09/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £422,400 (3 sales)
Area average: £316,167 (18 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): North Devon. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for North Devon. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → North Devon.
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Unknown | 0.0 miles |
| Bus stop | Castle Park | 0.4 miles |
| Shop | Best-one | 0.4 miles |
| Shop | Pigtails | 0.4 miles |
| Hospital | North Devon District Hospital | 1.5 miles |
| Train station | Barnstaple | 1.8 miles |
| Train station | Chapelton | 4.4 miles |
| Hospital | South Molton Hospital | 9.1 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 24 |
| Shoplifting | 5 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 3 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 2 |
| Drugs | 2 |
| Other crime | 2 |
| Burglary | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total incidents | 41 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Vale Community School | Primary | 0.1 miles | Good — 25 Jun 2023 |
| On Track Education Services Ltd | Other | 0.5 miles | Good — 28 Nov 2022 |
| Eden Park Academy | Primary | 0.8 miles | Requires improvement — 6 Dec 2023 |
| The Lampard Community School | Other | 0.9 miles | Good — 12 Sep 2017 |
| Newport Community School Primary Academy | Primary | 1.0 miles | Outstanding — 9 Mar 2015 |
Rental Comparables
Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 4-bedroom count for this property.
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).