Sold STC Semi-detached

45 GRANVILLE ROAD

MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE SN12 8AS

3 beds 1 baths 936 sq ft Listed 30 Dec 2023 (-892d)

£270,000

Save

Photo 1 Photo 8 Photo 9 Photo 3 Photo 2 Photo 4 Photo 5 Photo 7 Photo 6 Photo 10 Photo 11 Photo 12

/ 12

Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

87 m²

Council tax band

B

EPC rating

D

Year built

England and Wales: 1930-1949

Last sold

£260,000 Nov 2023

Price per m²

£3,103/m²

Local average

£324,084 (-16.7%)

Deprivation

Decile 7 (20,813 of 33,755)

Street crime

99 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Good Size Garden
  • Quiet Location
  • Spacious Accommodation
  • Gas Central Heating
  • Three Bed Semi-Detached
  • Close to Open Fields & River
  • Chippenham Side of Town

Additional details

Garden
Yes

Description

A delightful and well-maintained three-bedroom semi-detached house that offers a peaceful retreat amidst its serene surroundings. Nestled in a sought-after location, this property provides the perfect balance between peaceful living and convenient accessibility. With a short riverside stroll leading you to the town centre, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds.

As you step inside, a warm and inviting atmosphere greets you. The generous living room, complete with a cosy log burner, sets the stage for relaxation and cherished moments with loved ones. Enjoy the soothing ambiance, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

The kitchen and dining room have been seamlessly opened up, forming a spacious kitchen diner with a breakfast bar—a true heart of the home. This open-plan layout fosters effortless interaction between cooking, dining, and entertaining. French doors leading to the garden fill the space with natural light, connecting the indoors to the outdoors and enhancing the sense of harmony.

Upstairs, three well-proportioned bedrooms await, offering comfortable and private spaces for the whole family. The bathroom has been tastefully finished, providing a serene retreat with modern fixtures that enhance the sense of relaxation.

Step outside to the good-sized garden, where tranquillity awaits. Discover a peaceful seating area, perfect for unwinding and embracing the serenity of the surroundings. Let the calming atmosphere wash over you as you relax and enjoy the outdoor space.

Melksham's location is a true gem, with a short riverside stroll leading you into the town centre. Explore its charming streets. The proximity to the river adds an extra touch of serenity to the already peaceful ambiance of the area as foot paths lead you to Lacock along the lost canal.

Transport links are excellent, with easy access to major road networks such as the A350, providing convenient travel to nearby towns and cities. The nearby train stations of Melksham and Chippenham offer regular services, connecting you to London and other major destinations.

Melksham itself boasts a wide range of amenities, including shops, schools, and leisure facilities. Immerse yourself in the local community, take advantage of the clubs and event, and embrace the peaceful lifestyle that defines this charming town.

Entrance Hall 11' 8'' x 6' 5'' (3.55m x 1.96m)
Window to side elevation, radiator, stairs to first floor and doors to living room and kitchen/diner.

Living Room 13' 8'' x 11' 9'' (4.17m x 3.57m)
Window to front elevation, working log burner and radiator.

Kitchen/Diner 20' 7'' x 9' 8'' (6.27m x 2.94m)
Fitted with a matching range of base and eye level units with worktop space over with underlighting, 1+1/2 bowl stainless steel sink with mixer tap, space for dishwasher, built-in electric oven, built-in gas hob, two windows to side elevation, window to rear elevation, storage cupboard, radiator, double doors to garden and door to lean-to.

Lean-to
Doors to; kitchen, garden and shed.

Outbuilding
Benefiting from power and light, plumbing for washing machine and sink.

Landing
Stairs from ground floor and window to side elevation.

First Floor Landing
Door to side elevation and doors to; Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3 and Bathroom.

Bedroom One 11' 11'' x 10' 2'' (3.62m x 3.09m)
Window to front elevation, storage cupboard and double radiator.

Bedroom Two 11' 11'' x 9' 11'' (3.63m x 3.02m)
Window to rear elevation and radiator.

Bedroom Three 8' 9'' x 8' 4'' (2.67m x 2.55m)
Window to front elevation and radiator.

Bathroom 7' 0'' x 8' 3'' (2.13m x 2.52m)
Fitted with three piece suite comprising panelled bath with shower attachment over, pedestal wash hand basin and low-level WC, tiled surround, window to rear elevation, window to side elevation and storage cupboard.

Garden
Mainly laid to lawn with side access, pergola and a small gravel area for seating.

Listed by

Melksham

Emery Trading LTD

Reference: 143257898

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 02/04/2019

Current heating cost: £685/year

Potential heating cost: £652/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £16,500

Recommendations

  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£5,000 - £8,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC

EPC

Price history

30% since 2019

Event Date Price % change
Sold 30/11/2023 (2 years ago) £260,000 +30%
Sold 31/07/2019 (6 years ago) £200,000

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
64 BEANACRE ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AT £160,000 27/11/2023 Semi-detached
39 SCOTLAND ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AJ £232,500 27/07/2023 Semi-detached
38 SCOTLAND ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AJ £290,000 13/07/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 17 GRANVILLE ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AS £240,000 28/04/2023 Semi-detached
21 THAMES CRESCENT, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8BH £240,000 28/04/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 51 GRANVILLE ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AS £237,600 05/04/2023 Semi-detached
16 TRENT CRESCENT, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8BG £262,000 15/12/2022 Semi-detached
31 PORTMAN ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AW £297,888 30/11/2022 Semi-detached
58 PORTMAN ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AW £262,000 04/11/2022 Semi-detached
6 TAMAR ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AZ £352,000 28/10/2022 Semi-detached
6 GRANVILLE ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AN £295,000 10/10/2022 Semi-detached
1 TAMAR ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AZ £240,000 13/09/2022 Semi-detached
40 SCOTLAND ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AJ £235,950 05/07/2022 Semi-detached
21 SPENCER CLOSE, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AE £180,000 22/04/2022 Semi-detached
13 THAMES CRESCENT, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8BH £256,000 17/03/2022 Semi-detached
52 AVON ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8BD £230,000 20/08/2021 Semi-detached
78 BEANACRE ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AU £200,000 06/08/2021 Semi-detached
Same street 28 GRANVILLE ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AS £220,000 08/07/2021 Semi-detached
6 BEANACRE ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AH £345,000 25/06/2021 Semi-detached
44 SCOTLAND ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AJ £187,500 18/06/2021 Semi-detached
Same street 53 GRANVILLE ROAD, MELKSHAM, WILTSHIRE, SN12 8AS £227,000 11/06/2021 Semi-detached

Street average: £231,150 (4 sales)

Area average: £250,932 (17 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 15.2%
10y growth 69%

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

1y (index) 1%
5y (index) 16.2%
10y (index) 35%

Rental Range

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

Low £953/mo
Realistic £1,059/mo
Optimistic £1,165/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Wiltshire.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for West Wiltshire: £898/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop McDonalds 0.2 miles
Shop Aldi 0.2 miles
Shop Nortree Motors 0.3 miles
Train station Melksham 0.3 miles
Hospital Melksham Community Hospital 1.1 miles
Hospital Chippenham Community Hospital 4.9 miles
Train station Trowbridge 5.4 miles
University University of Bath 8.1 miles
University University of Bath Campus 8.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Anti-social behaviour 36
Violence and sexual offences 32
Criminal damage and arson 12
Public order 8
Other theft 4
Shoplifting 4
Other crime 1
Robbery 1
Vehicle crime 1
Total incidents 99

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
River Mead School Primary 0.4 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
The Manor CofE VC Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Requires improvement — 5 Dec 2022
Aloeric Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Good — 12 Feb 2015
Shaw CE Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Good — 15 Dec 2022
Forest and Sandridge Church of England Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Good — 9 Dec 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
3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Heather Avenue, SN12 £1,250/mo 3 0.99 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,250/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.46%
Max investor price (0.8%) £156,250
Target investor price (1%) £125,000
Gross yield 5.6%
Cost-to-rent ratio 18×
Monthly cashflow £37/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 0.6%
  • 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).