Sold STC Terraced

4 CORNFIELD ROAD

BURY ST EDMUNDS, SUFFOLK IP33 3BN

3 beds 1 baths 80 m² Listed 11 Sep 2020 (-2115d)

£260,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

80 m²

Last sold

£250,000 Mar 2021

Local average

£287,591 (-9.6%)

Deprivation

Decile 6 (18,325 of 33,755)

Street crime

181 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • 3 Bedroom Mid-Terrace House
  • Spacious Living Area
  • Enclosed Rear Garden
  • Perfect for First Time Buyers
  • Opportunity to Modernise
  • Town Centre Location
  • Close to Schools
  • Good Transport Links

Additional details

Parking
On street
Garden
Front garden, Back garden

Description

SUMMARY
A rare opportunity to purchase this 2/3 bedroom terraced property on Cornfield Road. Set back from the road with front and rear gardens and spacious living accommodation with an opportunity to modernise. An early viewing of this sought after property is highly recommended.


DESCRIPTION
Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk is a unique historic gem. An important market town with a rich heritage, the striking combination of medieval architecture, elegant Georgian squares and glorious cathedral and Abbey Garden provide a distinctive visual charm. With prestigious shopping and award winning market plus a variety of attractions and places to stay, Bury St Edmunds is under 2 hours from London and very convenient for Cambridge, Ipswich and Newmarket.

Accommodation 
The property is entered through a part glazed door into:

Lounge 15' 2" x 16' ( 4.62m x 4.88m )
Window to front aspect, door to inner hallway, radiator and carpeted flooring.

Inner Hallway 
Stairs to first floor, doors to lounge and dining room.

Dining Room 15' 2" x 15' 7" ( 4.62m x 4.75m )
Window to rear aspect, door to kitchen, built in cupboard, radiator and carpeted flooring.

Kitchen 11' x 10' ( 3.35m x 3.05m )
Window to side aspect, door to porch and family bathroom. The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units, work surface with single stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap. Space for washing machine and cooker.

Family Bathroom 
Window to rear and side aspect, low level WC, vanity wash hand basin, panelled bath with shower attachment and single radiator.

First Floor 

Landing 
Doors to bedroom one and two. Single radiator.

Bedroom One 15' 2" x 16' ( 4.62m x 4.88m )
Two windows to front aspect, built in cupboard, built in wardrobe, single radiator and carpeted flooring.

Bedroom Two 15' 2" x 16' ( 4.62m x 4.88m )
Window to rear garden, door to bedroom three, built in cupboard and carpeted flooring.

Bedroom Three 7' 2" x 8' 4" ( 2.18m x 2.54m )
Window to rear aspect and carpeted flooring.

Exterior 

Front Garden 
Wall enclosed with iron gate and path leading to front door.

Rear Garden 
Fence enclosed, mainly laid to lawn with patio area, large timber shed and concrete path leading to rear access gate.



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. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.

Listed by

Bury St. Edmunds

Sequence (UK) Limited - Connells

Reference: 73175448

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Sold 10/03/2021 (5 years ago) £250,000

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
51B VICTORIA STREET, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3BD £285,000 28/11/2025 Terraced
22 BISHOPS ROAD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 1TG £265,000 28/11/2025 Terraced
139 YORK ROAD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3EE £267,000 14/11/2025 Terraced
88 SPRINGFIELD ROAD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3AR £420,000 04/11/2025 Terraced
16 GROVE ROAD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3BE £205,500 06/02/2025 Terraced
Same street 71 CORNFIELD ROAD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3BN £342,000 05/02/2024 Semi-detached
101 SPRINGFIELD ROAD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3AR £315,000 05/12/2023 Terraced
23 SPRINGFIELD AVENUE, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3AY £235,000 17/11/2023 Terraced
19 SPRINGFIELD ROAD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3AR £370,000 23/10/2023 Terraced
31 CORNFIELD ROAD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3BL £193,500 19/09/2023 Terraced
34 BISHOPS ROAD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 1TG £177,500 10/07/2023 Terraced
3 SPRINGFIELD AVENUE, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3AY £290,000 07/07/2023 Terraced
1 OUT RISBYGATE, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3RQ £357,500 26/06/2023 Terraced
24 SPRINGFIELD ROAD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3AR £490,000 19/05/2023 Terraced
3 SPRING LANE, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3AU £277,500 21/04/2023 Terraced
24 OUT RISBYGATE, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3RJ £440,000 03/04/2023 Terraced
46 VICTORIA STREET, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3BD £281,000 10/03/2023 Terraced
12 ALBERT STREET, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3DZ £393,000 10/03/2023 Terraced
72 CHALK ROAD SOUTH, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3BP £259,500 07/03/2023 Terraced
107 SPRINGFIELD ROAD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3AR £320,000 03/02/2023 Terraced
Same street 66 CORNFIELD ROAD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3BN £525,000 23/12/2022 Detached
19 SPRINGFIELD ROAD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3AR £410,000 16/12/2022 Terraced
Same street 12 CORNFIELD ROAD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3BN £272,000 18/03/2022 Terraced
Same street 11 CORNFIELD ROAD, BURY ST EDMUNDS, WEST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, IP33 3BN £273,500 28/09/2021 Terraced

Street average: £353,125 (4 sales)

Area average: £312,600 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -32%
10y growth 27.9%

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

1y (index) 4.9%
5y (index) 10.7%
10y (index) 36.6%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,059/mo
Realistic £1,177/mo
Optimistic £1,295/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → West Suffolk.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Bury St Edmunds: £952/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop Peter Watts Domestic Appliance Centre 0.1 miles
Bus stop Falcon 0.1 miles
Shop Top Cuts 0.2 miles
Train station Bury St Edmunds 0.5 miles
Hospital West Suffolk Hospital 1.2 miles
Train station Thurston 4.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 68
Shoplifting 22
Criminal damage and arson 19
Anti-social behaviour 17
Public order 17
Burglary 10
Other theft 10
Drugs 5
Vehicle crime 4
Bicycle theft 3
Other crime 2
Robbery 2
Possession of weapons 1
Theft from the person 1
Total incidents 181

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
St Edmundsbury CofE Primary Academy Primary 0.1 miles Requires improvement — 13 May 2024
West Suffolk College Other 0.2 miles (No rating)
King Edward VI CEVC School Secondary 0.2 miles Good — 28 Mar 2019
Abbeygate Sixth Form College Other 0.2 miles (No rating)
Bury St Edmunds County High School Secondary 0.6 miles Good — 15 May 2022

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, Waits Close, IP32 £1,800/mo 3 1.21 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,800/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.69%
Max investor price (0.8%) £225,000
Target investor price (1%) £180,000
Gross yield 8.3%
Cost-to-rent ratio 12×
Monthly cashflow £571/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 9.1%
  • 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).