Sold STC Bungalow

33 SWANSWOOD GARDENS

BIDEFORD, WESTWARD HO, DEVON EX39 1HP

2 beds 1 baths 786 sq ft Listed 16 Nov 2024 (-586d)

£335,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

73 m²

Council tax band

C

EPC rating

C

Year built

England and Wales: 1950-1966

Last sold

£318,000 Mar 2025

Price per m²

£4,589/m²

Local average

£396,742 (-15.6%)

Street crime

57 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Accessibility
Level access
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes
Listed property
No
Required access
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No

Description

Detached two bed bungalow with distance estuary glimpses, a large level plot and an attractive, well kept south facing rear garden occupying a quiet cul de sac position not far from the centre of Westward Ho! The property is in need of modernising and updating. NO ONWARD CHAIN.

Gas centrally heated and uPVC double glazed detached bungalow with labour saving brick external elevations occupying a quiet cul de sac position, large level plot south facing at rear with distance estuary glimpses.

Originally built circa late 1960’s/early 1970 with tradition cavity brick and block main external wall construction retrospectively insulated plus cement rendered panel to the front and hanging tiled gable end all beneath a underfelted dual pitched and concrete tile covered main roof.

uPVC double glazed replacement windows and external doors (excepting to the rear of the conservatory), PVC fascias and rainwater goods.

Set upon a level plot with picket fence enclosed front garden and open single car length concrete driveway plus due south facing landscaped rear garden with summer house.

There are glimpses of the estuary and Bideford Bay.

The centre of the seaside of Westward Ho! is just over ¼ mile away with its traditional resort facilities, promenade, long sandy beach and miles of unspoilt Cliffside walks. The Royal North Devon Championship Golf Course is also nearby.

The neighbouring Northam village has an indoor heated swimming pool complex, Dental surgery, Medical centre, Library and Junior/Infants Schools.

The Port and Market town of Bideford is approx. 3 miles distant and the North Devon Link road within 2 miles. Regular bus services commute within the vicinity.

SERVICES: All mains connected. Gas fired central heating.

COUNCIL TAX: Band C.

TENURE: Freehold.

DIRECTIONS: From Bideford proceed as to Northam village but continue along the bypass as to Westward Ho! and along the Atlantic Way route. Some half way along take the turning right down into Beach Road and then first left into Swanswood Gardens. Continue around to the right and then take the left hand cul de sac where Number 33 will be found on the left.

ACCOMMODATION: (All measurements are approximate).

Fully enclosed ENTRANCE PORCH:

RECEPTION HALL: 2.01m x 1.63m (6’7” x 5’4”). Radiator.

CLOAKROOM: Refurbished with low level WC and vanity wash basin. Wall mounted metal cased electric consumer unit. Vinyl flooring and Aqua wall boarding.

LOUNGE/DINER: 6.36m x 4.04m (20’10” x 13’3”). Original tiled fireplace and hearth with coal effect gas fire. 2 Radiators. Fitted carpet. North facing picture window with glimpses to the sea and estuary.

INNER HALL: Hatch to roof space with foldaway access ladder.

SHOWER ROOM: 2.0m x 1.65m (6’6” x 5’4”). Refurbished with large walk in shower cubicle, combination vanity wash basin and low level WC. Radiator. Aquaboard lined walls. Vinyl flooring.

REAR BEDROOM 1: 4.02m x 3.64m plus door recess (13’2” x 11’11”). Radiator. Fitted carpet. South facing window overlooking garden.

REAR BEDROOM 2: 3.05m x 3.0m (10’ x 9’10”). Radiator. New fitted carpet. South facing window overlooking garden.

KITCHEN: (off reception hall) 2.67m x 2.62m extending to 3.28m (8’9” x 8’7” extending to 10’9”). Including built in larder cupboard and storage cupboard – including the Ideal Logic combination C30 gas central heating and hot water boiler (new 2021 with balance of 7 year warranty). Basic pine fronted cabinets and single drainer stainless steel sink unit. Wall serving hatch to lounge. Double radiator.

SIDE CONSERVATORY PASSAGE: 4.4m x 1.82m (14’5” x 5’11”). Front uPVC double glazed door with rear wood framed single glazed sliding door and screen to garden.

Connecting doors to:

GARAGE: 5.17m x 2.53m (17’ x 8’3”). Having metal up and over door. Power and light connected.

UTILITY: 2.24m x 2.51m (7’4” x 8’2”). Single drainer stainless steel sink unit. Storage cabinets.

EXTERNALLY: Level gardens with picket fenced enclosed lawn to the front, concrete driveway and gated side path to the due south facing and well enclosed rear garden, lawned with beds, bushes and small trees. Paved terracing and wooden summer house.

Overall plot approx. 36m (depth) x 13.4m (width) (118’ x 44’).

Listed by

Bideford

Brights

Reference: 155055272

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 05/11/2024

Expiry date: 04/11/2034

Current heating cost: £627/year

Potential heating cost: £550/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £14,530

Recommendations

  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£30)
  • 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)

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FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #14525813

Property Details

Street: 33 Swanswood Gardens

Town: Westward Ho

Postcode: EX39 1HP

Installation Details

Items: 1 window

Certificate Issued: 04/04/2021

Work Completed: 11/03/2021

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

382% since 1997

Event Date Price % change
Sold 20/03/2025 (1 year ago) £318,000 +381.8%
Sold 04/12/1997 (28 years ago) £66,000

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
4 VENTON DRIVE, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HL £460,000 20/01/2026 Detached
46 NELSON ROAD, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1LQ £290,000 02/12/2025 Detached
SEA FRET, 4 PEBBLERIDGE ROAD, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HN £730,000 14/08/2025 Detached
10 CORAL AVENUE, WESTWARD HO!, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1UW £410,000 18/12/2023 Detached
95 BAY VIEW ROAD, NORTHAM, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1BJ £840,000 11/12/2023 Detached
12 PAVILION VIEW, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1FN £525,000 30/11/2023 Detached
37 THE FAIRWAYS, WESTWARD HO!, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1TQ £340,000 02/10/2023 Detached
Same street 3 SWANSWOOD GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HP £392,000 29/09/2023 Detached
27 AYSHA GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HJ £300,000 21/07/2023 Detached
LUDON GOLF LINKS ROAD, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HH £495,000 17/03/2023 Detached
Same street 23 SWANSWOOD GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HP £290,000 02/03/2023 Detached
9 THE FAIRWAYS, WESTWARD HO!, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1TQ £375,000 18/11/2022 Detached
21 CORAL AVENUE, WESTWARD HO!, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1UW £365,000 16/11/2022 Detached
Same street 4 SWANSWOOD GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HP £365,000 24/10/2022 Detached
Same street 11 SWANSWOOD GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HP £380,000 07/10/2022 Terraced
5 QUEENS CLOSE, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1FH £495,000 29/09/2022 Detached
1 PEBBLE CLOSE, WESTWARD HO!, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1FD £405,000 05/09/2022 Detached
SEADRIFT, 20 EASTBOURNE TERRACE, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HG £707,217 03/08/2022 Detached
2 PAVILION VIEW, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1FN £645,000 30/06/2022 Detached
FAIRFIELD PARK AVENUE, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1LP £410,000 24/05/2022 Detached
Same street 47 SWANSWOOD GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HP £325,000 20/05/2022 Detached
34 SWANSWOOD GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HR £337,101 20/05/2022 Detached
MAYFIELD AVON LANE, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1LR £765,000 14/04/2022 Detached
71 ATLANTIC WAY, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1JD £550,000 20/12/2021 Detached
2 THE FAIRWAYS, WESTWARD HO!, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1TQ £307,000 25/11/2021 Detached

Street average: £350,400 (5 sales)

Area average: £487,566 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -11.8%
10y growth 40.8%

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

1y (index) 0.1%
5y (index) 15.9%
10y (index) 34%

Rental Range

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

Low £708/mo
Realistic £787/mo
Optimistic £866/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Torridge.

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Avon Lane 0.2 miles
Shop North Devon Surf School 0.2 miles
Shop Westbourne Souvenirs 0.2 miles
Bus stop Car Park 0.3 miles
Hospital Bideford Hospital 1.8 miles
Hospital Torrington Community Hospital 7.2 miles
Train station Barnstaple 7.6 miles
Train station Chapelton 9.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 30
Anti-social behaviour 8
Shoplifting 6
Criminal damage and arson 4
Public order 3
Other theft 2
Vehicle crime 2
Burglary 1
Drugs 1
Total incidents 57

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 Margaret's Church of England Junior School Primary 0.7 miles Requires improvement — 23 Jun 2020
St George's CofE Infant and Nursery School Primary 0.7 miles Good — 7 Sep 2015
Kingsley School Devon Other 1.5 miles (No rating)
St Mary’s CofE Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Good — 25 Nov 2016
Appledore School Primary 1.6 miles Good — 21 Sep 2023

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.23%
Max investor price (0.8%) £98,375
Target investor price (1%) £78,700
  • 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).