# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (RG5 4EA) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 17 VAUXHALL DRIVE, READING, WOODLEY, WOKINGHAM RG5 4EA | | Price | £600,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | E | | Last sold | £525,000 Apr 2022 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 05/01/2032 - **Current heating cost:** £646/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £14,815 ### Recommendations - A (£100 - £350) - W2 (£4,000 - £6,000) - E (£90) - 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/0432-4329-7100-0856-2202) ## Description OPEN HOUSE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY ON SATURDAY 25TH OCTOBER. Grapevine Estate Agents offer to the market a beautifully presented and extended three-bedroom detached family home, set within a quiet and sought-after location in Woodley, Berkshire. This impressive home has been thoughtfully extended on the ground floor, creating bright, versatile spaces that suit modern family living perfectly. The welcoming entrance hall leads to a spacious living room, filled with natural light through large picture windows. The stylish kitchen features sleek cabinetry, wood-effect worktops, and a door leading directly to the rear garden, making it ideal for entertaining. The generous dining area connects seamlessly to the kitchen and garden, providing an excellent space for family meals or hosting guests. The ground floor also benefits from a a study / utility, perfect for remote working and a superbly proportioned family room within the extension, offering flexibility as a playroom, home office, or second lounge. Internal access to the garage adds further convenience. Upstairs, the property offers three well-presented bedrooms, all decorated in calm, neutral tones, along with a contemporary family bathroom fitted with modern cabinetry and stylish finishes. Outside, the large private rear garden is laid mainly to lawn with a patio area for outdoor dining, mature trees, and secure fenced boundaries—an ideal space for families to relax and play. The front of the property provides ample driveway parking and an integral garage. Situated in the ever-popular town of Woodley, this home enjoys a wealth of local amenities and a strong community feel. Woodley is known for its excellent schools, including South Lake Primary School, Rivermead Primary School, and Waingels College, all within easy reach and highly regarded for their strong academic standards and community spirit.. The nearby Woodley Precinct offers an excellent range of independent shops, cafés, and restaurants, along with regular markets and community events that bring a welcoming, village-like charm to the area. For commuters, Woodley provides superb transport links, with easy access to the A329(M), M4, and Reading town centre. There are regular bus services to Reading Station, offering fast mainline and Elizabeth Line connections into London Paddington and beyond. Stylish, extended, and beautifully maintained, this exceptional property combines modern comfort with family-friendly practicality in one of Berkshire’s most desirable residential locations. EPC rating D Agents Note - In accordance with the Money Laundering Regulations mandated by the government in 2019, it is obligatory for us to verify the identity of all potential buyers. We engage the assistance of a third-party entity, Lifetime Legal, who will reach out to you directly at a mutually agreed upon time for this purpose. They will require the complete name, date of birth, and current residential address of all buyers. A nominal fee of £80, inclusive of VAT, is applicable for this service (per transaction, not per individual), payable directly to Lifetime Legal. Kindly note, we are unable to provide a memorandum of sale until the verification process is concluded ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249636) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249637) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249638) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249639) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249640) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249641) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249642) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249643) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249644) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249645) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249646) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249647) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249648) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249649) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249650) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249651) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249652) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249653) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249654) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249655) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249656) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249657) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168172634/1249658) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/168172634/1249659) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/168172634/1249660) - EPC 1 ## FENSA Certificates This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #9155278 - **Address:** 17 Vauxhall Drive, Woodley, RG5 4EA - **Certificate Issued:** 29/10/2012 - **Work Completed:** 09/10/2012 - **Items:** 2 door(s) ### FENSA Certificate #8566980 - **Address:** 17 Vauxhall Drive, Woodley, RG5 4EA - **Certificate Issued:** 12/12/2011 - **Work Completed:** 28/11/2011 - **Items:** 1 window(s), 1 door(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 17 VAUXHALL DRIVE, WOODLEY, READING, WOKINGHAM, RG5 4EA | £525,000 | 01/04/2022 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 17 BAKERS PLACE, WOODLEY, READING, WOKINGHAM, RG5 4AX | £625,000 | 05/12/2025 | Detached | | 33 HAWKER WAY, WOODLEY, READING, WOKINGHAM, RG5 4PF | £520,000 | 30/10/2025 | Detached | | 16 ADDINGTON GARDENS, WOODLEY, READING, WOKINGHAM, RG5 3EW | £515,000 | 04/02/2025 | Detached | | 4 MILLERS GROVE, WOODLEY, READING, WOKINGHAM, RG5 4AF | £650,000 | 22/11/2024 | Detached | | 6 VAUXHALL DRIVE, WOODLEY, READING, WOKINGHAM, RG5 4DU | £500,000 | 30/05/2024 | Detached | | 11 BAKERS PLACE, WOODLEY, READING, WOKINGHAM, RG5 4AX | £475,000 | 09/12/2022 | Detached | | 18 ADDINGTON GARDENS, WOODLEY, READING, WOKINGHAM, RG5 3EW | £483,000 | 07/10/2022 | Detached | | 4 COBHAM ROAD, WOODLEY, READING, WOKINGHAM, RG5 4LB | £875,000 | 16/08/2022 | Detached | | 7 MILLERS GROVE, WOODLEY, READING, WOKINGHAM, RG5 4AF | £465,000 | 07/06/2022 | Detached | | THE OLD CHAPEL LODDON BRIDGE ROAD, WOODLEY, READING, WOKINGHAM, RG5 4BG | £615,000 | 10/05/2022 | Detached | | 219 LODDON BRIDGE ROAD, WOODLEY, READING, WOKINGHAM, RG5 4BP | £665,000 | 17/12/2021 | Detached | | 9 MILLERS GROVE, WOODLEY, READING, WOKINGHAM, RG5 4AF | £444,500 | 12/11/2021 | Detached | | 181 LODDON BRIDGE ROAD, WOODLEY, READING, WOKINGHAM, RG5 4BP | £635,000 | 28/09/2021 | Detached | **Area average:** £574,423 (13 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £607,294 (17 Detached, RG5, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -1.2% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Wokingham). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,334/mo - **Realistic:** £1,482/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,630/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Fitzroy Crescent, RG5 | £2,195/mo | 3 | 0.17 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Hudson Road, RG5 | £1,875/mo | 3 | 0.3 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Eynsham Close, RG5 | £2,050/mo | 3 | 0.74 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £2,040/mo (3 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.34% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £256,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £205,000 *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 £2,050/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 4.1% - **Cost-to-rent:** 24.4× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-543/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -3.7% *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:** £5,310/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 16% - **10y growth:** 23.5% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Wokingham; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -4.3% - **5y growth (index):** 16.4% - **10y growth (index):** 21.1% ## 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)