Sold STC Flat

FLAT 4

8 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX BN11 3DR

1 beds 549 sq ft Listed 22 Oct 2015 (-3936d)

£155,000

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# 1 bedroom flat for sale (BN11 3DR)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | FLAT 4, 8 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX BN11 3DR |
| Price | £155,000 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Construction age | England and Wales: before 1900 |
| Floor area | 51 m² |
| Last sold | £82,500 Oct 2012 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** D
- **Expiry date:** 31/01/2022 — **EXPIRED** (no longer valid for marketing or letting)
- **Current heating cost:** £467/year

### Recommendations
- O (?2,500 - ?6,500)
- Q (?5,500 - ?14,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8342-6722-4100-1989-8906)

## Description

LocationThe apartment is situated just off of Worthing Seafront providing easy access to the town centre with its vast array of shops, restaurants, bars and leisure facilities. Worthing station is easily reached with its links to Brighton, Gatwick Airport and London Victoria.

Our ViewCommuters look no further! This large top floor flat in the heart of the Town Centre within close proximity of Worthing Train Station has been recently mordernised throughout creating a fantastic starter home! Book your appointment now to avoid disappointment.

**Lounge** 18' 8"  x 11' 8"  (5.69m  x 3.56m )

**Kitchen / Living Room** 19' 3"  x 7' 8"  (5.87m  x 2.34m )

**Bedroom** 14' 2"  x 8' 4"  (4.32m  x 2.54m )

**Bathroom** 8' 8"  x 4' 0"  (2.64m  x 1.22m )

IMPORTANT NOTE TO PURCHASERS:We endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. Any services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All measurements have been taken as a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise. Please be advised that some of the particulars may be awaiting vendor approval. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.

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## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/51948256/1171671) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/51948256/1171674) - EPC 1

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 8 FLAT 4 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR | £82,500 | 09/10/2012 | Flat |
| 8 FLAT 4 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR | £34,000 | 01/12/1999 | Flat |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| GUILDBOURNE COURT FLAT 210 GUILDBOURNE CENTRE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 1LZ | £76,281 | 19/11/2025 | Flat |
| GUILDBOURNE COURT FLAT 208 GUILDBOURNE CENTRE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 1LZ | £107,000 | 20/11/2023 | Flat |
| [Same street] 12 FLAT 2 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR | £155,000 | 19/10/2023 | Flat |
| [Same street] 12 FLAT 3 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR | £155,000 | 19/10/2023 | Flat |
| [Same street] 12 FLAT 4 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR | £155,000 | 19/10/2023 | Flat |
| [Same street] 12 FLAT 1 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR | £185,000 | 19/10/2023 | Flat |
| [Same street] 5 FLAT 3 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR | £200,000 | 25/08/2023 | Flat |
| 35A FLAT 10 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW | £230,000 | 17/07/2023 | Flat |
| 22 FLAT 3 BATH PLACE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3BA | £250,000 | 23/06/2023 | Flat |
| GUILDBOURNE COURT FLAT 307 GUILDBOURNE CENTRE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 1LZ | £120,000 | 27/03/2023 | Flat |
| 5 BATH PLACE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3BA | £425,000 | 24/03/2023 | Flat |
| 35A FLAT 11 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW | £225,000 | 23/03/2023 | Flat |
| 23A FLAT 1 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW | £290,000 | 27/02/2023 | Flat |
| 35A FLAT 9 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW | £193,000 | 24/02/2023 | Flat |
| 35A FLAT 3 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW | £159,340 | 07/02/2023 | Flat |
| 23A FLAT 4 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW | £250,000 | 31/01/2023 | Flat |
| WORTHING HOUSE, 2 - 6 FLAT 15 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AE | £425,000 | 10/01/2023 | Flat |
| 35A FLAT 8 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW | £240,000 | 22/12/2022 | Flat |
| GUILDBOURNE COURT FLAT 209 GUILDBOURNE CENTRE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 1LZ | £95,000 | 21/12/2022 | Flat |
| 35A FLAT 5 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW | £190,000 | 19/12/2022 | Flat |
| 23A FLAT 3 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW | £295,000 | 16/12/2022 | Flat |
| 23A FLAT 2 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW | £295,000 | 14/12/2022 | Flat |
| GUILDBOURNE COURT FLAT 212 GUILDBOURNE CENTRE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 1LZ | £172,000 | 09/12/2022 | Flat |
| GUILDBOURNE COURT FLAT 202 GUILDBOURNE CENTRE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 1LZ | £173,000 | 25/11/2022 | Flat |
| 19A FLAT 2 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW | £290,000 | 15/11/2022 | Flat |
| [Same street] 11 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR | £118,000 | 22/04/2022 | Flat |
| [Same street] 6 FLAT 2 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR | £168,500 | 21/01/2022 | Flat |

**Street average:** £162,357 (7 sales)
**Area average:** £225,031 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £235,487 (115 Flat, BN11, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -34.2%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Worthing). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £1,175/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,306/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,437/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Worthing (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £758/mo

## Rental Comparables

*Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.*

| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 1 Bed Flat, Ashdown Road, BN11 | £1,150/mo | 1 | 0.34 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,150/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.74% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £143,750
- **Target investor price (1%):** £115,000

*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 OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,150/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 8.9%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 11.2×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £400/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 10.7%

*Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − mortgage − 10% maintenance − £25/mo compliance; assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term. ROI = annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £3,039/m²

## Capital growth trend

*Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.*

- **5y growth:** 4.7%
- **10y growth:** 21.7%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Worthing; Flats and maisonettes series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -7.9%
- **5y growth (index):** -5.9%
- **10y growth (index):** 12.6%

## 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)

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Property details

Floor area

51 m²

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: before 1900

Last sold

£82,500 Oct 2012

Price per m²

£3,039/m²

Local average

£235,487 (-34.2%)

Street crime

553 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

EPC Grade D
Large One Bedroom Flat
Modernised Throughout
TOWN CENTRE LOCATION
Gas Central Heating
Large Kitchen/Living Room
Close To The Seafront

Description

*CENTRAL LOCATION* A spacious top floor flat comprising, lounge with bay windows, modern kitchen/living room, good sized bedroom and fully tiled updated bathroom. The property also benefits from gas central heating. A copy of the EPC will be available on request. EPC Grade D.
LocationThe apartment is situated just off of Worthing Seafront providing easy access to the town centre with its vast array of shops, restaurants, bars and leisure facilities. Worthing station is easily reached with its links to Brighton, Gatwick Airport and London Victoria.
Our ViewCommuters look no further! This large top floor flat in the heart of the Town Centre within close proximity of Worthing Train Station has been recently mordernised throughout creating a fantastic starter home! Book your appointment now to avoid disappointment.
Lounge 18' 8" x 11' 8" (5.69m x 3.56m )
Kitchen / Living Room 19' 3" x 7' 8" (5.87m x 2.34m )
Bedroom 14' 2" x 8' 4" (4.32m x 2.54m )
Bathroom 8' 8" x 4' 0" (2.64m x 1.22m )
IMPORTANT NOTE TO PURCHASERS:We endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. Any services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All measurements have been taken as a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise. Please be advised that some of the particulars may be awaiting vendor approval. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.
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Worthing

LSL Franchise

Reference: 51948256

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

This certificate expired on 31/01/2022. A new EPC may be required before the property can be marketed or let.

Current rating: D

Potential rating: D

Inspection date: 01/02/2012

Expiry date: 31/01/2022 (expired)

Current heating cost: £467/year

Potential heating cost: £467/year

EPC D or below may face future regulation risk. Upgrading to C could improve long-term ROI.

Recommendations

Replace single glazed windows with low-E double glazing (?2,500 - ?6,500)
50 mm internal or external wall insulation (?5,500 - ?14,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

Price history

143% since 1999

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	09/10/2012 (13 years ago)	£82,500	+142.6%
Sold	01/12/1999 (26 years ago)	£34,000	—

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
GUILDBOURNE COURT FLAT 210 GUILDBOURNE CENTRE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 1LZ	£76,281	19/11/2025	Flat
GUILDBOURNE COURT FLAT 208 GUILDBOURNE CENTRE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 1LZ	£107,000	20/11/2023	Flat
Same street 12 FLAT 2 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR	£155,000	19/10/2023	Flat
Same street 12 FLAT 3 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR	£155,000	19/10/2023	Flat
Same street 12 FLAT 4 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR	£155,000	19/10/2023	Flat
Same street 12 FLAT 1 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR	£185,000	19/10/2023	Flat
Same street 5 FLAT 3 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR	£200,000	25/08/2023	Flat
35A FLAT 10 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW	£230,000	17/07/2023	Flat
22 FLAT 3 BATH PLACE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3BA	£250,000	23/06/2023	Flat
GUILDBOURNE COURT FLAT 307 GUILDBOURNE CENTRE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 1LZ	£120,000	27/03/2023	Flat
5 BATH PLACE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3BA	£425,000	24/03/2023	Flat
35A FLAT 11 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW	£225,000	23/03/2023	Flat
23A FLAT 1 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW	£290,000	27/02/2023	Flat
35A FLAT 9 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW	£193,000	24/02/2023	Flat
35A FLAT 3 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW	£159,340	07/02/2023	Flat
23A FLAT 4 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW	£250,000	31/01/2023	Flat
WORTHING HOUSE, 2 - 6 FLAT 15 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AE	£425,000	10/01/2023	Flat
35A FLAT 8 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW	£240,000	22/12/2022	Flat
GUILDBOURNE COURT FLAT 209 GUILDBOURNE CENTRE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 1LZ	£95,000	21/12/2022	Flat
35A FLAT 5 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW	£190,000	19/12/2022	Flat
23A FLAT 3 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW	£295,000	16/12/2022	Flat
23A FLAT 2 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW	£295,000	14/12/2022	Flat
GUILDBOURNE COURT FLAT 212 GUILDBOURNE CENTRE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 1LZ	£172,000	09/12/2022	Flat
GUILDBOURNE COURT FLAT 202 GUILDBOURNE CENTRE, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 1LZ	£173,000	25/11/2022	Flat
19A FLAT 2 SOUTH STREET, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3AW	£290,000	15/11/2022	Flat
Same street 11 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR	£118,000	22/04/2022	Flat
Same street 6 FLAT 2 BEDFORD ROW, WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX, BN11 3DR	£168,500	21/01/2022	Flat

Street average: £162,357 (7 sales)

Area average: £225,031 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 4.7%

10y growth 21.7%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Worthing. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of April 2026.

1y (index) -7.9%

5y (index) -5.9%

10y (index) 12.6%

Company ownership

Registered legal owner is a company.

Company-owned (UK company)

Company: D.K. MAJO ESTATES LIMITED (3255889)

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Worthing. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £1,175/mo

Realistic £1,306/mo

Optimistic £1,437/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Worthing.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Worthing: £758/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View BN11 3DR

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	Prime Angling	0.0 miles
Shop	Seafront Tattoo	0.1 miles
Bus stop	South Street (Stop K)	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Marine Parade (Stop F)	0.1 miles
Train station	Worthing	0.6 miles
Train station	East Worthing	1.0 miles
Hospital	Zachary Merton Hospital	5.8 miles
University	University of Brighton Phoenix Halls	10.4 miles
University	University of Brighton Moulesecoomb Campus	11.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	151
Anti-social behaviour	148
Public order	75
Shoplifting	61
Criminal damage and arson	36
Other theft	24
Drugs	13
Possession of weapons	13
Vehicle crime	10
Other crime	8
Bicycle theft	6
Burglary	3
Robbery	3
Theft from the person	2
Total incidents	553

Within 1 mile during May 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
Educate U	Other	0.3 miles	Good — 26 Jan 2022
Seadown School	Other	0.4 miles	Good — 15 Sep 2024
Our Lady of Sion School	Other	0.4 miles	— (No rating)
St Mary's Catholic Primary School	Primary	0.5 miles	Good — 21 Nov 2019
Brighton Forward Ltd	Other	0.6 miles	— (No rating)

Rental Comparables

Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.

Title	Rent	Beds	Distance	As seen on
1 Bed Flat, Ashdown Road, BN11	£1,150/mo	1	0.34 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,150/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.74%

Max investor price (0.8%) £143,750

Target investor price (1%) £115,000

Gross yield 8.9%

Cost-to-rent ratio 11.2×

Monthly cashflow £400/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 10.7%

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).
Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).

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