Sold STC Semi-detached

12 LOWER WIMBUSH ROAD

CHELMSFORD, LITTLE WALTHAM, ESSEX CM3 3HA

2 beds 1 baths 904 sq ft Listed 1 May 2024 (-762d)

£425,000

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Property details

Floor area

84 m²

EPC rating

B

Last sold

£420,000 Sep 2024

Price per m²

£5,060/m²

Local average

£452,014 (-6%)

Deprivation

Decile 5 (16,260 of 33,755)

Street crime

50 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

  • NO ONWARD CHAIN!
  • Modern interior throughout
  • Modern fitted kitchen
  • Downstairs W/C
  • Two double bedrooms
  • Parking for two cars with EV Charging point
  • Sought after development
  • Nearby lake and countryside walks
  • Walking distance of Channels Bar & Brasserie
  • Superb future access for Beulieu Park Station

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

This beautiful semi-detached house in Chelmsford is located within the highly sought after Channels development, offering a peaceful and picturesque setting. The property boasts two double bedrooms, providing ample space for first time buyers looking to get on the property ladder. The ground floor of the property features a modern fitted kitchen, a spacious living room, and a convenient downstairs w/c. The property also benefits from parking for two cars, making it ideal for those with multiple vehicles or visitors.

One of the standout features of this property is its proximity to a nearby lake and countryside walks, perfect for those who enjoy spending time outdoors and exploring nature. Additionally, residents of this property will be within walking distance of Channels Bar & Brasserie, a popular spot for dining and socialising. Chelmsford, Essex offers a wide range of activities and attractions for residents to enjoy. From shopping and dining in the city centre to exploring the beautiful parks and gardens, there is always something to do in this vibrant town. Chelmsford is also home to various cultural events and attractions, such as the Chelmsford Museum and the Hylands House and Estate.

Overall, this stunning two bedroom property in Chelmsford offers a perfect combination of modern living, natural beauty, and convenient amenities. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this house your new home!

Tenure: Freehold

Council Tax: Band D is the council tax band for this property with an annual amount of £2,127.69.

Estate service charge: There is an annual payment of £130 towards the upkeep of the development and communal areas.

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Ground Floor

Entrance Hall

Lounge/Diner
4.57 m x 4.47 m (15'0" x 14'8")

Kitchen
3.12 m x 2.34 m (10'3" x 7'8")

Downstairs w/c

First Floor

Bedroom 1
2.95 m x 3.38 m (9'8" x 11'1")

Bedroom 2
4.47 m x 2.95 m (14'8" x 9'8")

Bathroom

Listed by

Chelmsford

HOME

Reference: 147492545

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: B

Potential rating: A

Inspection date: 03/05/2022

Current heating cost: £233/year

Potential heating cost: £233/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £9,500

Recommendations

  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Lower Wimbush Road

Lower Wimbush Road

Lower Wimbush Road FF

Lower Wimbush Road FF

EPC Graphs

EE

EE

EI

EI

Price history

4% since 2022

Event Date Price % change
Sold 06/09/2024 (1 year ago) £420,000 +3.7%
Sold 18/05/2022 (4 years ago) £405,000 —

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
Same street 5 LOWER WIMBUSH ROAD, LITTLE WALTHAM, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3HA £1,250,000 07/09/2023 Detached
Same street 6 LOWER WIMBUSH ROAD, LITTLE WALTHAM, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3HA £1,050,000 07/11/2022 Detached
Same street 8 LOWER WIMBUSH ROAD, LITTLE WALTHAM, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3HA £980,000 16/09/2022 Detached
Same street 4 LOWER WIMBUSH ROAD, LITTLE WALTHAM, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3HA £1,050,000 16/09/2022 Detached
Same street 2 LOWER WIMBUSH ROAD, LITTLE WALTHAM, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3HA £950,000 16/09/2022 Detached
Same street 22 LOWER WIMBUSH ROAD, LITTLE WALTHAM, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3HA £525,000 18/05/2022 Terraced
Same street 10 LOWER WIMBUSH ROAD, LITTLE WALTHAM, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3HA £405,000 18/05/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 20 LOWER WIMBUSH ROAD, LITTLE WALTHAM, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3HA £407,000 18/05/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 26 LOWER WIMBUSH ROAD, LITTLE WALTHAM, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3HA £535,000 16/05/2022 Terraced
Same street 24 LOWER WIMBUSH ROAD, LITTLE WALTHAM, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3HA £550,000 16/05/2022 Terraced
Same street 16 LOWER WIMBUSH ROAD, LITTLE WALTHAM, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3HA £416,000 13/05/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 18 LOWER WIMBUSH ROAD, LITTLE WALTHAM, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3HA £425,000 11/05/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 14 LOWER WIMBUSH ROAD, LITTLE WALTHAM, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3HA £425,000 11/05/2022 Semi-detached
8 ALBATROSS WAY, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3FX £580,000 03/05/2022 Semi-detached
4 BIRDIE CLOSE, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3FW £475,000 26/11/2021 Semi-detached
4 BIRDIE CLOSE, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3FW £470,000 26/11/2021 Semi-detached
6 CONDOR GATE, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 3FU £522,500 31/08/2021 Semi-detached

Street average: £689,846 (13 sales)

Area average: £511,875 (4 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 30.5%
10y growth 18%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Chelmsford. Series: Semi-detached. As of February 2026.

1y (index) 3.5%
5y (index) 14.1%
10y (index) 36.5%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,298/mo
Realistic £1,442/mo
Optimistic £1,586/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Chelmsford.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Chelmsford: £947/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View CM3 3HA

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Albatross Way 0.1 miles
Bus stop Belfry Crescent 0.1 miles
Shop Sainsbury's Local 0.9 miles
Shop Beaulieu Beauty Rooms 0.9 miles
Train station Beaulieu Park 1.5 miles
Train station Chelmsford 2.7 miles
Hospital Chelmsford and Essex (C&E) Centre 3.0 miles
University Writtle School of Design 3.8 miles
Hospital Phoenix Hospital 4.5 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 23
Anti-social behaviour 7
Shoplifting 5
Vehicle crime 4
Other theft 3
Burglary 2
Criminal damage and arson 2
Drugs 2
Bicycle theft 1
Possession of weapons 1
Total incidents 50

Within 1 mile during Mar 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
The Belsteads School Other 0.6 miles Good — 21 Sep 2022
The Beaulieu Park School Other 0.8 miles Outstanding — 8 Mar 2023
New Hall School Other 0.9 miles — (No rating)
Chelmer Valley High School Secondary 1.2 miles Good — 12 Sep 2023
Broomfield Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Good — 14 Nov 2013

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
2 Bed Semi-Detached House, Harris Crescent, CM1 £1,750/mo 2 0.47 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Semi-Detached House, Choat Place, CM1 £1,700/mo 2 0.51 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Semi-Detached House, Harold Teager Crescent, CM1 £1,750/mo 2 0.55 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Maisonette, Stanley Wilks Crescent, CM1 £1,700/mo 2 0.6 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, Rolfe Road, CM1 £1,600/mo 2 0.79 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Searle Crescent, CM1 £1,850/mo 2 1.09 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,725/mo (6 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.41%
Max investor price (0.8%) £215,625
Target investor price (1%) £172,500
Gross yield 4.9%
Cost-to-rent ratio 20.5×
Monthly cashflow £-146/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -1.4%
  • 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).