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45 BATTISFORD DRIVE

CLACTON-ON-SEA, ESSEX CO16 7LB

2 beds 1 baths 61 m² Listed 19 Mar 2025 (-489d)

£220,000

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# 2 bedroom detached bungalow for sale (CO16 7LB)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 45 BATTISFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, ESSEX CO16 7LB |
| Price | £220,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | C |
| Last sold | £215,000 Feb 2026 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 30/03/2035
- **Current heating cost:** £594/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £10,515

### Recommendations
- W1 (£800 - £1,200)
- E (£15)
- 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/7799-3048-7207-1745-6204)

## Description

The accommodation comprises approximate room sizes:

Double glazed entrance door to;

**Entrance Hallway** - Radiator. Loft access. Airing cupboard. Doors to;

**Bedroom Two** - 3.56m x 2.69m (11'8 x 8'10) - Double glazed window to front. Radiator.

**Bedroom One** - 4.34m into wardrobe x 2.97m (14'3 into wardrobe x - Double glazed window to rear. Radiator. Wall length fitted wardrobes.

**Lounge** - 4.78m max x 3.38m (15'8 max x 11'1) - Radiator. Double glazed sliding doors leading to Conservatory.

**Conservatory** - 2.97m x 2.29m (9'9 x 7'6) - Double glazed windows to side and rear aspects. Double glazed patio doors to rear garden.

**Kitchen** - 3.25m x 3.18m (10'8 x 10'5) - Comprises; Laminated rolled edge work surfaces with inset stainless steel single drainer sink unit. Inset four ring electric hob with oven under and extractor over. All appliances not tested. Plumbing and space for undercounter fridge or freezer. Wall mounted gas boiler (not tested). Selection of matching base and wall units. Tiled splash backs, Radiator. Double glazed window to front. Double glazed door leading to side.

**Bathroom** - Coloured suite comprising of; Low level W.C. Pedestal hand wash basin. Panelled bath. Radiator. Fully tiled walls. Double glazed windows to front.

**Outside - Rear** - 48' wide x 20' deep. mainly hard standing area with shrub borders. Timbers storage shed. Greenhouse. Courtesy door leading to Garage. Side pedestrian access to front via side gate.

**Garage** - Electric roller door. Power and light connected. Door to rear garden.

**Outside - Front** - Driveway providing off street parking leading to garage. Shingle front garden. Additional side garden which is mainly laid to shrubs and bushes.

**Le 0325** - ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS 2017 - Prospective purchasers will be asked to produce photographic identification and proof of residence documentation once entering into negotiations for a property in order for us to comply with current Legislation.

REFERRAL FEES - Sheen’s reserve the right to recommend additional services. Sheen’s receive referral fees of between £50-£150 per transaction when using a suggested solicitor. 10% referral fee on a nominated Surveying Company. 10% referral fee on their nominated independent mortgage broker service. Clients have the right to use whomever they choose and are not bound to use Sheen’s suggested providers.

**Material Information (Freehold Property)** - Tenure: Freehold     Council Tax Band: C

Any Additional Property Charges:

Services Connected: (Gas):Mains   (Electricity):Mains   (Water):Mains   (Sewerage Type):Mains

Mobile - Likely on all major networks

Broadband - Ultrafast up to 2000mb

Non-Standard Property Features To Note:

**Particular Disclaimer** - These Particulars do not constitute part of an offer or contract. They should not be relied upon as a statement of fact and interested parties must verify their accuracy personally. All internal & some outside photographs are taken with a wide angle lens, therefore before arranging a viewing, room sizes should be taken into consideration.

## Property Photos

- ![os.JPG](/listings/photos/159595031/1038846) - os.JPG
- ![KITCHEN](/listings/photos/159595031/1038847) - KITCHEN
- ![LOUNGE](/listings/photos/159595031/1038848) - LOUNGE
- ![KITCHEN](/listings/photos/159595031/1038849) - KITCHEN
- ![BEDROOM ONE](/listings/photos/159595031/1038850) - BEDROOM ONE
- ![BEDROOM ONE](/listings/photos/159595031/1038851) - BEDROOM ONE
- ![BEDROOM TWO](/listings/photos/159595031/1038852) - BEDROOM TWO
- ![BATHROOM](/listings/photos/159595031/1038853) - BATHROOM
- ![OUTSIDE - REAR](/listings/photos/159595031/1038854) - OUTSIDE - REAR
- ![OUTSIDE - REAR](/listings/photos/159595031/1038855) - OUTSIDE - REAR

## Floorplans

- ![45battisforddrive-High.jpg](/listings/photos/159595031/1038856) - 45battisforddrive-High.jpg

## EPC Graphs

- ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/159595031/1038857) - EE Rating

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 45 BATTISFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LB | £215,000 | 06/02/2026 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 8 LINSTEAD CLOSE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7EP | £320,000 | 24/11/2025 | Detached |
| 5 SHOTLEY CLOSE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LJ | £276,000 | 14/11/2025 | Detached |
| 60 SAXMUNDHAM WAY, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7PG | £270,000 | 11/12/2023 | Detached |
| 10 SAXMUNDHAM WAY, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7PD | £250,000 | 17/11/2023 | Detached |
| 70 SAXMUNDHAM WAY, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7PG | £275,000 | 03/11/2023 | Detached |
| 24 BATTISFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LD | £265,000 | 30/10/2023 | Detached |
| 7 SAXSTEAD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LH | £332,500 | 30/03/2023 | Detached |
| 124 FLATFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 8BU | £265,000 | 12/12/2022 | Detached |
| 4 SUDBOURNE AVENUE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7EN | £275,000 | 09/12/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 39 BATTISFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LB | £275,000 | 16/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 55 BATTISFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LB | £270,000 | 14/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 2 HAWKENDON ROAD, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LE | £317,500 | 21/10/2022 | Detached |
| 10 BENHALL CLOSE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7PB | £335,000 | 30/09/2022 | Detached |
| 47 SAXMUNDHAM WAY, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7PD | £265,000 | 23/08/2022 | Detached |
| 96 JAYWICK LANE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 8BB | £310,000 | 17/08/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 51 BATTISFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LB | £305,000 | 10/08/2022 | Detached |
| 17 STONHAM AVENUE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7EH | £290,000 | 05/08/2022 | Detached |
| 7 SNAPE CLOSE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LQ | £250,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached |
| 32 BAWDSEY CLOSE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LL | £300,000 | 14/04/2022 | Detached |
| 8 SOUTHWOLD WAY, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 8BY | £335,000 | 25/03/2022 | Detached |
| 140 FLATFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 8BU | £249,995 | 21/03/2022 | Detached |
| 30 BAWDSEY CLOSE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LL | £320,000 | 18/03/2022 | Detached |
| 3 BENHALL CLOSE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7PB | £330,000 | 11/03/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 57 BATTISFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LB | £170,000 | 03/03/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 15 BATTISFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LB | £325,000 | 07/01/2022 | Detached |

**Street average:** £269,000 (5 sales)
**Area average:** £291,550 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £370,609 (55 Detached, CO16, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -40.6%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £946/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,051/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,156/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £793/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Melton Close, CO16 | £1,075/mo | 2 | 0.11 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed End Terrace, Trimley Close, CO16 | £1,100/mo | 2 | 0.3 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, St. Osyth Road, CO15 | £1,150/mo | 2 | 0.54 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, Coppins Road, CO15 | £1,050/mo | 2 | 0.6 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Bungalow, Arnold Road, CO15 | £1,250/mo | 2 | 1.04 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, St Marys Road, CO15 | £1,100/mo | 2 | 1.11 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,121/mo (6 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.5% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £137,500
- **Target investor price (1%):** £110,000

*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 £1,100/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 6%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 16.7×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £99/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 1.9%

*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:** £3,607/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -0.2%
- **10y growth:** 44.4%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Tendring; Detached series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -0.3%
- **5y growth (index):** 9.3%
- **10y growth (index):** 37.6%

## 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

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

61 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Last sold

£215,000 Feb 2026

Price per m²

£3,607/m²

Local average

£370,609 (-40.6%)

Deprivation

Decile 1 (670 of 33,755)

Street crime

126 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

Two Bedrooms
15'8 Lounge
10'8 Fitted Kitchen
Bathroom
9'9 Conservatory
Double Glazed Windows
Gas Central Heated (n/t)
Approximately 48' rear Garden
No Onward Chain
Council Tax Band C. EPC Rating D

Additional details

Electricity: Mains supply
Broadband: FTTP (fibre to the premises)
Water: Mains supply
Sewerage: Mains supply
Heating: Gas central
Parking: Garage, Driveway
Garden: Yes
Listed property: No
Restrictions: No
Required access: No
Rights of way: No
Flooded in last 5 years: No

Description

Situated on the popular Grange Park Development, Sheen's are pleased to offer for sale this TWO BEDROOM DETACHED BUNGALOW. The property is being offered with no onward chain, and is located within two miles of Clacton-on-Sea's town centre, seafront and mainline railway station.

The accommodation comprises approximate room sizes:

Double glazed entrance door to;

Entrance Hallway - Radiator. Loft access. Airing cupboard. Doors to;

Bedroom Two - 3.56m x 2.69m (11'8 x 8'10) - Double glazed window to front. Radiator.

Bedroom One - 4.34m into wardrobe x 2.97m (14'3 into wardrobe x - Double glazed window to rear. Radiator. Wall length fitted wardrobes.

Lounge - 4.78m max x 3.38m (15'8 max x 11'1) - Radiator. Double glazed sliding doors leading to Conservatory.

Conservatory - 2.97m x 2.29m (9'9 x 7'6) - Double glazed windows to side and rear aspects. Double glazed patio doors to rear garden.

Kitchen - 3.25m x 3.18m (10'8 x 10'5) - Comprises; Laminated rolled edge work surfaces with inset stainless steel single drainer sink unit. Inset four ring electric hob with oven under and extractor over. All appliances not tested. Plumbing and space for undercounter fridge or freezer. Wall mounted gas boiler (not tested). Selection of matching base and wall units. Tiled splash backs, Radiator. Double glazed window to front. Double glazed door leading to side.

Bathroom - Coloured suite comprising of; Low level W.C. Pedestal hand wash basin. Panelled bath. Radiator. Fully tiled walls. Double glazed windows to front.

Outside - Rear - 48' wide x 20' deep. mainly hard standing area with shrub borders. Timbers storage shed. Greenhouse. Courtesy door leading to Garage. Side pedestrian access to front via side gate.

Garage - Electric roller door. Power and light connected. Door to rear garden.

Outside - Front - Driveway providing off street parking leading to garage. Shingle front garden. Additional side garden which is mainly laid to shrubs and bushes.

Le 0325 - ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS 2017 - Prospective purchasers will be asked to produce photographic identification and proof of residence documentation once entering into negotiations for a property in order for us to comply with current Legislation.

REFERRAL FEES - Sheen’s reserve the right to recommend additional services. Sheen’s receive referral fees of between £50-£150 per transaction when using a suggested solicitor. 10% referral fee on a nominated Surveying Company. 10% referral fee on their nominated independent mortgage broker service. Clients have the right to use whomever they choose and are not bound to use Sheen’s suggested providers.

Material Information (Freehold Property) - Tenure: Freehold Council Tax Band: C

Any Additional Property Charges:

Services Connected: (Gas):Mains (Electricity):Mains (Water):Mains (Sewerage Type):Mains
Mobile - Likely on all major networks
Broadband - Ultrafast up to 2000mb

Non-Standard Property Features To Note:

Particular Disclaimer - These Particulars do not constitute part of an offer or contract. They should not be relied upon as a statement of fact and interested parties must verify their accuracy personally. All internal & some outside photographs are taken with a wide angle lens, therefore before arranging a viewing, room sizes should be taken into consideration.

Listed by

Clacton-on-sea

Sheen's

Reference: 159595031

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 31/03/2025

Expiry date: 30/03/2035

Current heating cost: £594/year

Potential heating cost: £517/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £10,515

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

Recommendations

Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£15)
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

45battisforddrive-High.jpg

EPC Graphs

EE Rating

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	06/02/2026 (5 months ago)	£215,000	—

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
8 LINSTEAD CLOSE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7EP	£320,000	24/11/2025	Detached
5 SHOTLEY CLOSE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LJ	£276,000	14/11/2025	Detached
60 SAXMUNDHAM WAY, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7PG	£270,000	11/12/2023	Detached
10 SAXMUNDHAM WAY, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7PD	£250,000	17/11/2023	Detached
70 SAXMUNDHAM WAY, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7PG	£275,000	03/11/2023	Detached
24 BATTISFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LD	£265,000	30/10/2023	Detached
7 SAXSTEAD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LH	£332,500	30/03/2023	Detached
124 FLATFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 8BU	£265,000	12/12/2022	Detached
4 SUDBOURNE AVENUE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7EN	£275,000	09/12/2022	Detached
Same street 39 BATTISFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LB	£275,000	16/11/2022	Semi-detached
Same street 55 BATTISFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LB	£270,000	14/11/2022	Semi-detached
2 HAWKENDON ROAD, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LE	£317,500	21/10/2022	Detached
10 BENHALL CLOSE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7PB	£335,000	30/09/2022	Detached
47 SAXMUNDHAM WAY, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7PD	£265,000	23/08/2022	Detached
96 JAYWICK LANE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 8BB	£310,000	17/08/2022	Detached
Same street 51 BATTISFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LB	£305,000	10/08/2022	Detached
17 STONHAM AVENUE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7EH	£290,000	05/08/2022	Detached
7 SNAPE CLOSE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LQ	£250,000	29/04/2022	Detached
32 BAWDSEY CLOSE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LL	£300,000	14/04/2022	Detached
8 SOUTHWOLD WAY, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 8BY	£335,000	25/03/2022	Detached
140 FLATFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 8BU	£249,995	21/03/2022	Detached
30 BAWDSEY CLOSE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LL	£320,000	18/03/2022	Detached
3 BENHALL CLOSE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7PB	£330,000	11/03/2022	Detached
Same street 57 BATTISFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LB	£170,000	03/03/2022	Detached
Same street 15 BATTISFORD DRIVE, CLACTON-ON-SEA, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO16 7LB	£325,000	07/01/2022	Detached

Street average: £269,000 (5 sales)

Area average: £291,550 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -0.2%

10y growth 44.4%

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

1y (index) -0.3%

5y (index) 9.3%

10y (index) 37.6%

Rental Range

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

Low £946/mo

Realistic £1,051/mo

Optimistic £1,156/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Tendring.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Colchester: £793/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View CO16 7LB

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Ongar Close	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Flatford Drive	0.1 miles
Shop	Julie's Alterations	0.9 miles
Shop	Computer Repairs	0.9 miles
Train station	Clacton-on-Sea	1.4 miles
Hospital	Clacton Hospital	1.4 miles
Train station	Thorpe-le-Soken	3.8 miles
University	The Pastures	9.8 miles
University	The Quays	9.8 miles
Hospital	Fryatt Hospital	11.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	68
Criminal damage and arson	14
Anti-social behaviour	11
Public order	7
Other theft	6
Shoplifting	6
Other crime	3
Robbery	3
Vehicle crime	3
Burglary	2
Bicycle theft	1
Drugs	1
Possession of weapons	1
Total incidents	126

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
Ravens Academy	Primary	0.2 miles	Good — 29 Apr 2024
St Clare's Catholic Primary School	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 2 Jul 2015
Minerva Independent School	Other	0.7 miles	Good — 24 Mar 2024
Clacton Coastal Academy	Secondary	0.8 miles	Good — 17 Jul 2024
Oakwood Infant and Nursery School	Primary	0.9 miles	Good — 13 Dec 2016

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 Terraced House, Melton Close, CO16	£1,075/mo	2	0.11 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed End Terrace, Trimley Close, CO16	£1,100/mo	2	0.3 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, St. Osyth Road, CO15	£1,150/mo	2	0.54 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, Coppins Road, CO15	£1,050/mo	2	0.6 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Bungalow, Arnold Road, CO15	£1,250/mo	2	1.04 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, St Marys Road, CO15	£1,100/mo	2	1.11 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,121/mo (6 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.5%

Max investor price (0.8%) £137,500

Target investor price (1%) £110,000

Gross yield 6%

Cost-to-rent ratio 16.7×

Monthly cashflow £99/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 1.9%

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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