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BELL COURT, MERLIN ROAD, FARNBOROUGH, HAMPSHIRE GU14 7HR
Listing type
Property details
Listing category
Shared ownership
Tenure
LEASEHOLD (284198 years remaining on lease)
Floor area
55 m²
Council tax band
B
EPC rating
B
Year built
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Last sold
£80,000 Mar 2024
Price per m²
£1,345/m²
Local average
£219,664 (-66.3%)
Deprivation
Decile 10 (31,969 of 33,755)
Street crime
149 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Guideline Minimum Deposit £7,400
- Guide Min Income Dual £26.2k | Single £29.7k
- Ground Floor
- Approx. 592 Sqft Gross Internal Area
- Semi-Open-Plan Reception/Kitchen
- Fitted Wardrobe in Bedroom
- Parking Space
- Close to Farnborough Town Centre
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Air source heat pump
- Parking
- Allocated
- Listed property
- No
- Restrictions
- No
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
INTERESTED PARTIES ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE SHARED OWNERSHIP COMMON APPLICATION FORM [
(Please note the minimum income and deposit requirements for eligibility. You do not need to request a viewing separately once you have completed the application form.)
Housing Association: A2Dominion.
Tenure: Leasehold (125 years from 17/09/2008).
Minimum Share: 40% (£74,000). The housing association will expect that you will purchase the largest share affordable.
Shared Ownership Rent: £253.34 per month (subject to annual review).
Service Charge: £219.28 per month (subject to annual review).
Guideline Minimum Income: Dual - £26,200 | Single - £29,700 (based on minimum share and 10% deposit).
Council Tax: Band B, Rushmoor Borough Council. Priority is given to applicants living and/or working in this local authority.
This property is offered for sale in the condition seen. The housing association does not warrant to carry out any remedial or redecoration work of a cosmetic nature unless specifically advised in writing. As a general rule, fitted domestic appliances are included in the sale; non-fitted appliances are not. If you require confirmation, you must request this in writing from Urban Moves. The information in this document supersedes any information given verbally either in person or by telephone. Pets not permitted (except assistance animals).
WHAT IS SHARED OWNERSHIP ?
Shared Ownership is a housing scheme designed to help homebuyers who are unable to afford the cost of buying a property outright on the open market. Properties may be sold off-plan or new build direct from housing associations, or pre-owned from existing shared owners. The rules and terms of the scheme are set by the Greater London Authority (GLA) in London and Homes England outside of London.
IS SHARED OWNERSHIP FOR YOU ?
The GLA and Homes England set the eligibility criteria for Shared Ownership, but broadly speaking you must:
1. Not own another property in the UK or any other country.
2. Have a household income that falls below £90,000 (£80,000 threshold outside the M25). Every property will have a minimum income level too, determined by its value, rent and service charge costs. In most cases you will need to meet or exceed the given minimum income.
3. Have access to a minimum deposit of 10% of the share being purchased (a minimum deposit of 5% of the share being purchased may be acceptable depending on individual financial status).
4. Be in full time permanent employment.
5. Be a British, EU or EEA Citizen or have indefinite leave to remain in the UK.
6. Have a good credit history.
Listed by
Nationwide
Urban Moves Ltd
Reference: 172340879
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: B
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 07/11/2023
Expiry date: 06/11/2033
Current heating cost: £338/year
Potential heating cost: £338/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £655
Recommendations
- Heat recovery system for mixer showers (£585 - £725)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
0% since 2017
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 27/03/2024 (2 years ago) | £80,000 | 0% |
| Sold | 26/07/2017 (8 years ago) | £80,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| VULCAN HOUSE FLAT 5 WALLIS SQUARE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7GS | £232,000 | 06/01/2026 | Flat |
| LYNX COURT 21 WALLIS SQUARE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7GQ | £232,500 | 12/12/2025 | Flat |
| CATHEDRAL COURT FLAT 15 O'GORMAN AVENUE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7EP | £210,000 | 21/11/2025 | Flat |
| LYNX COURT 31 WALLIS SQUARE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7GQ | £250,000 | 17/11/2025 | Flat |
| LYNX COURT 16 WALLIS SQUARE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7GQ | £235,000 | 29/10/2025 | Flat |
| BUCCANEER COURT 47 KESTREL ROAD, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7GP | £225,000 | 08/09/2025 | Flat |
| VULCAN HOUSE FLAT 45 WALLIS SQUARE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7GS | £242,500 | 29/08/2025 | Flat |
| LINCOLN COURT 36 WALLIS SQUARE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7GU | £260,000 | 29/08/2025 | Flat |
| THE CONVENT, 115 4 FARNBOROUGH ROAD, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7JG | £335,000 | 28/07/2025 | Flat |
| WESSEX COURT 32 KESTREL ROAD, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7WY | £230,000 | 07/01/2025 | Flat |
| 97 MOORFIELD PLACE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7HP | £237,000 | 23/08/2024 | Flat |
| 95 MOORFIELD PLACE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7HP | £299,500 | 02/08/2024 | Flat |
| 99 MOORFIELD PLACE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7HP | £236,900 | 28/06/2024 | Flat |
| 87 MOORFIELD PLACE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7HP | £237,500 | 24/06/2024 | Flat |
| 89 MOORFIELD PLACE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7HP | £235,000 | 29/04/2024 | Flat |
| 85 MOORFIELD PLACE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7HP | £300,000 | 28/03/2024 | Flat |
| 62 MOORFIELD PLACE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7HP | £216,250 | 26/01/2024 | Flat |
| 63 MOORFIELD PLACE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7HP | £220,000 | 05/01/2024 | Flat |
| 98 MOORFIELD PLACE, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7HP | £296,875 | 15/11/2023 | Flat |
| BUCCANEER COURT 29 KESTREL ROAD, FARNBOROUGH, RUSHMOOR, HAMPSHIRE, GU14 7GP | £96,000 | 13/11/2023 | Flat |
Area average: £241,351 (20 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): Rushmoor. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Rushmoor. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Rushmoor.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Blackwater Valley: £798/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Merlin Road
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Unknown | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | National Tyres and Autocare | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Iceland | 0.3 miles |
| Train station | Farnborough (Main) | 0.7 miles |
| Train station | Farnborough North | 1.2 miles |
| Hospital | Aldershot Centre for Health | 2.3 miles |
| Hospital | Frimley Park Hospital | 2.4 miles |
| University | MySurrey Hive | 7.8 miles |
| University | University Hall | 7.8 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 45 |
| Other theft | 21 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 18 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 11 |
| Shoplifting | 10 |
| Public order | 9 |
| Burglary | 8 |
| Drugs | 8 |
| Vehicle crime | 8 |
| Other crime | 4 |
| Possession of weapons | 3 |
| Bicycle theft | 2 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Theft from the person | 1 |
| Total incidents | 149 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farnborough College of Technology | Other | 0.2 miles | — (No rating) |
| St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 17 Nov 2022 |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 6 Jun 2014 |
| Salesian College | Other | 0.7 miles | — (No rating) |
| South Farnborough Junior School | Primary | 0.7 miles | Outstanding — 17 Oct 2014 |
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, Chestnut View, GU14 | £850/mo | 1 | 0.36 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Clockhouse Road, GU14 | £2,760/mo | 1 | 0.54 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Coombe Way, GU14 | £1,280/mo | 1 | 0.57 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Coombe Way, GU14 | £1,280/mo | 1 | 0.57 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Coombe Way, GU14 | £1,280/mo | 1 | 0.57 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Coombe Way, GU14 | £1,275/mo | 1 | 0.58 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Alexandra Road, GU14 | £2,750/mo | 1 | 0.7 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Hazel Gate, GU14 | £1,150/mo | 1 | 0.83 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, North Camp, GU14 | £875/mo | 1 | 0.98 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Terraced House, The Lawns, GU14 | £1,300/mo | 1 | 1.16 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £1,480/mo (10 listings)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- 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).