Sold STC End of terrace

13 WATLING PLACE

DUNSTABLE, HOUGHTON REGIS, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE LU5 5DP

2 beds 1 baths 74 m² Listed 21 Apr 2023 (-1128d)

£290,000

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## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 13 WATLING PLACE, DUNSTABLE, HOUGHTON REGIS, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE LU5 5DP |
| Price | £290,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | C |
| Last sold | £290,000 Dec 2023 |

## Description

**SUMMARY**

* *NO UPPER CHAIN* *OFF ROAD PARKING* *CLOSE TO GOOD SCHOOLS CATCHMENTS* *FANTASTIC A5-M1 LINKS*

A fantastic opportunity to own this two bedroom end-terrace property situated in the popular location of Houghton Regis!

**DESCRIPTION**

* *NO UPPER CHAIN* *OFF ROAD PARKING* *CLOSE TO GOOD SCHOOLS CATCHMENTS* *FANTASTIC A5-M1 LINKS*

A fantastic opportunity to own this two bedroom end-terrace property situated in the popular location of Houghton Regis!

Accommodation comprises; Entrance hall, lounge, kitchen / diner to the rear and family bathroom whilst the first floor comprises; landing, two good size bedrooms and en-suite to master. Outside the property benefits from a goodsize rear garden with off road parking to the rear.

Furthermore, the property is conveniently situated as to provide easy access to local amenities, schools and excellent A5 and M1 links.

**Entrance Hall**

door to front aspect.

**Lounge** 14' 1" x 12' 10" ( 4.29m x 3.91m )

window to front aspect, radiator, wooden laminated flooring

**Kitchen / diner** 11' 7" x 7' 10" ( 3.53m x 2.39m )

Fitted kitchen, wall and base units, double glazed window to rear aspect, work surfaces, one half bowl sink / drainer, cooker hood, integrated oven and hob, space for fridge and freezer, space for washing machine.

**Bedroom One** 12' 7" x 11' 11" ( 3.84m x 3.63m )

window to rear aspect, radiator, carpeted flooring.

**En-Suite**

w/c, shower, wash hand basin.

**Bedroom Two** 12' 2" x 9' 5" ( 3.71m x 2.87m )

window to front aspect, radiator, carpet flooring

**Bathroom **

Window to rear aspect, bath with mixer tap's and shower, w/c, wash hand basin

**Outside**

**Front Garden**

Patio, laid to lawn

**Rear Garden**

Laid to lawn, patio

1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.

2: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract.

3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.

4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.

5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.

6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/133951700/356868) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

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## FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #4158795
- **Address:** 13 Watling Place, Houghton Regis, LU5 5DP
- **Certificate Issued:** 24/10/2006
- **Work Completed:** 09/10/2006
- **Items:** 3 window(s), 2 door(s)

### FENSA Certificate #4103870
- **Address:** 13 Watling Place, Houghton Regis, LU5 5DP
- **Certificate Issued:** 03/10/2006
- **Work Completed:** 23/08/2006
- **Items:** 5 window(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 13 WATLING PLACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DP | £290,000 | 15/12/2023 | Semi-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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| OAKDALE CUMBERLAND STREET, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5BW | £265,000 | 28/11/2025 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 12 WATLING PLACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DP | £310,000 | 21/11/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 12 COOPERS WAY, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5US | £380,000 | 04/09/2023 | Terraced |
| 66 BIDWELL HILL, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5EP | £237,500 | 27/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 5 VICARAGE ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5HP | £320,000 | 16/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 51 BIDWELL HILL, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5EP | £307,500 | 21/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 3 BARLEYFIELD WAY, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5ER | £336,000 | 03/10/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 43 WATLING PLACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DP | £352,000 | 19/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 134 ST MICHAELS AVENUE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DH | £315,000 | 10/08/2022 | Terraced |
| 28 CHURCHFIELD ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5HL | £325,000 | 15/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 110 ST MICHAELS AVENUE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DH | £305,000 | 08/07/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 5 WATLING PLACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DP | £280,000 | 06/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 15 VICARAGE ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5HP | £240,000 | 29/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 23 CHURCHFIELD ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5HL | £237,000 | 14/04/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 41 WATLING PLACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DP | £310,000 | 11/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 25 BEDFORD ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DL | £195,000 | 11/03/2022 | Terraced |
| 104 ST MICHAELS AVENUE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DH | £270,000 | 04/03/2022 | Terraced |
| 43 ARNALD WAY, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5UN | £270,000 | 04/03/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 10 WATLING PLACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DP | £275,000 | 01/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 38 CHURCHFIELD ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5HL | £235,000 | 07/01/2022 | Terraced |
| 10 WALKLEY ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5BS | £250,000 | 29/10/2021 | Terraced |
| 114 ST MICHAELS AVENUE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DH | £280,000 | 22/10/2021 | Terraced |
| 44 CHURCHFIELD ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5HL | £310,000 | 28/09/2021 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 26 WATLING PLACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DP | £120,000 | 17/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 12 TOWNSEND TERRACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5BB | £200,000 | 10/09/2021 | Terraced |
| 20 COOPERS WAY, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5US | £265,000 | 20/08/2021 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 49 WATLING PLACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DP | £340,000 | 16/08/2021 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £283,857 (7 sales)
**Area average:** £277,150 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £289,891 (50 Terraced, LU5, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +0%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,118/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,242/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,366/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £873/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 Flat, Houghton Road, LU6 | £1,800/mo | 2 | 0.72 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,800/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.62% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £225,000
- **Target investor price (1%):** £180,000

*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 £1,800/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 7.4%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 13.4×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £453/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 6.5%

*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).*

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 26.2%
- **10y growth:** 31.4%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Central Bedfordshire; Terraced series; as of February 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 4.1%
- **5y growth (index):** 20.6%
- **10y growth (index):** 39.1%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

74 m²

Council tax band

Last sold

£290,000 Dec 2023

Local average

£289,891 (+0%)

Deprivation

Decile 4 (11,766 of 33,755)

Street crime

166 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

Two Bedroom End-Terrace Home
No Upper Chain
Front and Rear Gardens
Off Road Parking To The Rear
Close to Local Amenities and Schools
Fantastic A5 and M1 Links

Additional details

Heating: Central
Parking: Off street
Garden: Front garden, Back garden

Description

SUMMARY
* *NO UPPER CHAIN* *OFF ROAD PARKING* *CLOSE TO GOOD SCHOOLS CATCHMENTS* *FANTASTIC A5-M1 LINKS*

A fantastic opportunity to own this two bedroom end-terrace property situated in the popular location of Houghton Regis!

DESCRIPTION
* *NO UPPER CHAIN* *OFF ROAD PARKING* *CLOSE TO GOOD SCHOOLS CATCHMENTS* *FANTASTIC A5-M1 LINKS*

A fantastic opportunity to own this two bedroom end-terrace property situated in the popular location of Houghton Regis!

Accommodation comprises; Entrance hall, lounge, kitchen / diner to the rear and family bathroom whilst the first floor comprises; landing, two good size bedrooms and en-suite to master. Outside the property benefits from a goodsize rear garden with off road parking to the rear.

Furthermore, the property is conveniently situated as to provide easy access to local amenities, schools and excellent A5 and M1 links.

Entrance Hall
door to front aspect.

Lounge 14' 1" x 12' 10" ( 4.29m x 3.91m )
window to front aspect, radiator, wooden laminated flooring

Kitchen / diner 11' 7" x 7' 10" ( 3.53m x 2.39m )
Fitted kitchen, wall and base units, double glazed window to rear aspect, work surfaces, one half bowl sink / drainer, cooker hood, integrated oven and hob, space for fridge and freezer, space for washing machine.

Bedroom One 12' 7" x 11' 11" ( 3.84m x 3.63m )
window to rear aspect, radiator, carpeted flooring.

En-Suite
w/c, shower, wash hand basin.

Bedroom Two 12' 2" x 9' 5" ( 3.71m x 2.87m )
window to front aspect, radiator, carpet flooring

Bathroom
Window to rear aspect, bath with mixer tap's and shower, w/c, wash hand basin

Outside

Front Garden
Patio, laid to lawn

Rear Garden
Laid to lawn, patio

1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract.
3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.
5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.
6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.

Listed by

Dunstable

Connells

Reference: 133951700

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC

FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #4158795

Property Details

Street: 13 Watling Place

Town: Houghton Regis

Postcode: LU5 5DP

Installation Details

Items: 3 windows and 2 doors

Certificate Issued: 24/10/2006

Work Completed: 09/10/2006

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #4103870

Property Details

Street: 13 Watling Place

Town: Houghton Regis

Postcode: LU5 5DP

Installation Details

Items: 5 windows

Certificate Issued: 03/10/2006

Work Completed: 23/08/2006

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	15/12/2023 (2 years ago)	£290,000	—

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
OAKDALE CUMBERLAND STREET, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5BW	£265,000	28/11/2025	Terraced
Same street 12 WATLING PLACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DP	£310,000	21/11/2025	Semi-detached
12 COOPERS WAY, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5US	£380,000	04/09/2023	Terraced
66 BIDWELL HILL, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5EP	£237,500	27/03/2023	Terraced
5 VICARAGE ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5HP	£320,000	16/12/2022	Terraced
51 BIDWELL HILL, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5EP	£307,500	21/10/2022	Terraced
3 BARLEYFIELD WAY, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5ER	£336,000	03/10/2022	Terraced
Same street 43 WATLING PLACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DP	£352,000	19/08/2022	Semi-detached
134 ST MICHAELS AVENUE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DH	£315,000	10/08/2022	Terraced
28 CHURCHFIELD ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5HL	£325,000	15/07/2022	Terraced
110 ST MICHAELS AVENUE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DH	£305,000	08/07/2022	Terraced
Same street 5 WATLING PLACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DP	£280,000	06/05/2022	Semi-detached
15 VICARAGE ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5HP	£240,000	29/04/2022	Terraced
23 CHURCHFIELD ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5HL	£237,000	14/04/2022	Terraced
Same street 41 WATLING PLACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DP	£310,000	11/03/2022	Semi-detached
25 BEDFORD ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DL	£195,000	11/03/2022	Terraced
104 ST MICHAELS AVENUE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DH	£270,000	04/03/2022	Terraced
43 ARNALD WAY, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5UN	£270,000	04/03/2022	Terraced
Same street 10 WATLING PLACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DP	£275,000	01/02/2022	Semi-detached
38 CHURCHFIELD ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5HL	£235,000	07/01/2022	Terraced
10 WALKLEY ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5BS	£250,000	29/10/2021	Terraced
114 ST MICHAELS AVENUE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DH	£280,000	22/10/2021	Terraced
44 CHURCHFIELD ROAD, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5HL	£310,000	28/09/2021	Terraced
Same street 26 WATLING PLACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DP	£120,000	17/09/2021	Semi-detached
12 TOWNSEND TERRACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5BB	£200,000	10/09/2021	Terraced
20 COOPERS WAY, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5US	£265,000	20/08/2021	Terraced
Same street 49 WATLING PLACE, HOUGHTON REGIS, DUNSTABLE, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, LU5 5DP	£340,000	16/08/2021	Semi-detached

Street average: £283,857 (7 sales)

Area average: £277,150 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 26.2%

10y growth 31.4%

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

1y (index) 4.1%

5y (index) 20.6%

10y (index) 39.1%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,118/mo

Realistic £1,242/mo

Optimistic £1,366/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Central Bedfordshire.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Luton: £873/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Morrisons	0.1 miles
Shop	Sandersons Tithe Farm Stores	0.6 miles
Shop	Styles	0.7 miles
Train station	Leagrave	2.8 miles
Train station	Whipsnade Central	4.1 miles
University	University Of Bedfordshire	5.3 miles
Hospital	Spire Hospital	8.8 miles
Hospital	Harpenden Memorial Hospital	9.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	70
Anti-social behaviour	29
Vehicle crime	18
Other theft	12
Public order	10
Criminal damage and arson	9
Other crime	6
Drugs	4
Burglary	3
Robbery	2
Bicycle theft	1
Possession of weapons	1
Theft from the person	1
Total incidents	166

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
Houghton Regis Primary School	Primary	0.1 miles	Good — 4 Jun 2019
Thomas Whitehead Church of England Academy	Primary	0.2 miles	Requires improvement — 14 Mar 2023
Tithe Farm Primary School	Primary	0.5 miles	— (Inspected (no overall grade))
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School	Primary	0.6 miles	Good — 15 Oct 2013
All Saints Academy Dunstable	Secondary	0.6 miles	— (Inspected (no overall grade))

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 Flat, Houghton Road, LU6	£1,800/mo	2	0.72 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,800/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.62%

Max investor price (0.8%) £225,000

Target investor price (1%) £180,000

Gross yield 7.4%

Cost-to-rent ratio 13.4×

Monthly cashflow £453/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 6.5%

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).