32 SILVERSPOT CLOSE
GILLINGHAM, RAINHAM, MEDWAY ME8 8JS
£375,000
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
81 m²
Council tax band
D
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Last sold
£390,000 Oct 2025
Price per m²
£4,630/m²
Local average
£356,400 (+5.2%)
Deprivation
Decile 8 (25,940 of 33,755)
Street crime
119 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- 1204 Square Feet + Garden Cabin
- Immaculately presented both inside and out
- Extended ground floor offering versatile living accommodation - 4th Bedroom
- Stylish modern fitted kitchen and contemporary bathroom suites
- Attractive, low-maintenance rear garden
- Modern log cabin in the garden – ideal for entertaining or home office use
- Located in a highly desirable area of Rainham
- Just a short walk to Rainham High Street and train station
- Within walking distance of several local schools for all age groups
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
This beautifully presented and deceptively spacious family home offers an impressive 1,204 sq ft of modern, versatile living space, perfectly suited for today’s family lifestyle. Immaculate both inside and out, the property has been thoughtfully extended on the ground floor to provide additional room for a home office, playroom, bedroom, guest accommodation, or second reception space—offering flexibility to suit your needs.
Inside, you'll find a stylish, modern fitted kitchen with sleek cabinetry and ample storage, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The contemporary bathroom suites add a touch of luxury and have been finished to a high standard throughout the home.
Step outside into the attractive, low-maintenance rear garden—perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. A standout feature is the impressive modern log cabin, ideal for entertaining, a home gym, studio, and outdoor bar, making it a true extension of the living space.
Located in a highly desirable part of Rainham, this home is just a short walk from Rainham High Street and the mainline train station, providing excellent connections for commuters. Families will also appreciate the walking distance to several local schools catering to all age groups.
With space, style, and an unbeatable location, this property is a must-see for anyone looking for their next dream home.
Key Terms
Discover the allure of Rainham and Gillingham, nestled in the heart of the Medway Towns. These neighbouring communities offer a unique blend of tranquillity and convenience, with picturesque landscapes and excellent transport links, including direct train services to London city centre. Residents benefit from a variety of shopping destinations such as Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and Gillingham Business Retail Park, along with a plethora of local pubs and restaurants to enjoy. Both towns boast well-respected schools, including Rainham Mark Grammar, ensuring quality education for families.
Moreover, Rainham and Gillingham provide ample open space and recreational facilities, including Capstone Country Park, Berengrave Nature Reserve, Riverside Country Park, the Planet Ice Skating Rink, the Ski & Snowboard Centre, and Great Lines Heritage Park. This abundance of amenities caters to diverse interests and lifestyles, making these towns not just places to live, but communities to thrive in.
Listed by
Rainham
Robinson Jackson
Reference: 163695290
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 15/03/2016
Expiry date: 14/03/2026 (expired)
Current heating cost: £594/year
Potential heating cost: £474/year
Recommendations
- Cavity wall insulation (1,500)
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (6,000)
- Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (65)
- Solar water heating (6,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (8,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Floorplans
Picture No. 11
EPC Graphs
EPC Rating Graph
FENSA Certificates
This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #15089137 Recent
Property Details
Street: 32 Silverspot Close
Town: Rainham
Postcode: ME8 8JS
Installation Details
Items: 2 windows
Certificate Issued: 13/03/2022
Work Completed: 28/02/2022
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
34% since 2017
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 30/10/2025 (7 months ago) | £390,000 | +34.5% |
| Sold | 09/01/2017 (9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 SUNNYFIELDS CLOSE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 9HW | £387,000 | 27/02/2026 | Semi-detached |
| 25 SUNNYFIELDS CLOSE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 9HW | £350,000 | 29/08/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 149 LONSDALE DRIVE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 9HX | £350,000 | 31/07/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 125 LONSDALE DRIVE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 9JB | £340,000 | 14/07/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 33 SILVERDALE DRIVE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 9HN | £390,000 | 19/05/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 60 BROADVIEW AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 9DE | £350,000 | 17/03/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 5 SUNNYFIELDS CLOSE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 9HW | £375,000 | 25/10/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 64 NIGHTINGALE CLOSE, RAINHAM, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 8HR | £325,000 | 31/08/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 82 TAVERNERS ROAD, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 9AQ | £345,000 | 26/05/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 177 LONSDALE DRIVE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 9JW | £435,000 | 17/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 78 BROADVIEW AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 9DE | £415,000 | 15/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 87 TAVERNERS ROAD, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 9AG | £275,000 | 13/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 53 HARVESTERS CLOSE, RAINHAM, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 8PB | £305,000 | 16/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 150 LONSDALE DRIVE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 9HX | £362,500 | 16/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 22 SILVERSPOT CLOSE, RAINHAM, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 8JR | £340,000 | 31/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 58 SILVERSPOT CLOSE, RAINHAM, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 8JT | £415,000 | 27/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 94 ARTHUR ROAD, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 9HU | £330,000 | 01/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 216 LONSDALE DRIVE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 9JN | £325,000 | 31/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 34 SILVERSPOT CLOSE, RAINHAM, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 8JS | £361,000 | 15/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 56 BROADVIEW AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 9DE | £435,000 | 04/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 72 SILVERSPOT CLOSE, RAINHAM, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME8 8JT | £310,000 | 20/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £361,000 (1 sale)
Area average: £357,975 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Medway. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Medway. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Medway.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Chelmsford: £1,446/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Herbert Road | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Arthur Road | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Homely | 0.3 miles |
| Shop | Kent Best Buy (Ltd) | 0.3 miles |
| Train station | Rainham | 0.7 miles |
| Hospital | Will Adams NHS Treatment Centre | 2.1 miles |
| Hospital | Unknown | 2.1 miles |
| Train station | Newington | 2.6 miles |
| University | Unknown | 3.9 miles |
| University | University of Greenwich/University of Kent Medway Campus | 4.0 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 38 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 36 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 13 |
| Other theft | 10 |
| Public order | 6 |
| Vehicle crime | 6 |
| Other crime | 4 |
| Shoplifting | 3 |
| Burglary | 1 |
| Drugs | 1 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Total incidents | 119 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miers Court Primary School | Primary | 0.1 miles | Good — 27 Apr 2015 |
| Sports Connect | Other | 0.3 miles | — (No rating) |
| St Margaret's Church of England Junior School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 8 Jan 2014 |
| St Margaret's Infant School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 2 Sep 2011 |
| Parkwood Primary School | Primary | 0.7 miles | Requires improvement — 7 Sep 2023 |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).