11 BIRCH CLOSE
CANVEY ISLAND, ESSEX SS8 9JG
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Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
68 m²
Council tax band
C
EPC rating
C
Year built
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Last sold
£310,000 Jul 2025
Price per m²
£4,412/m²
Local average
£379,073 (-20.9%)
Deprivation
Decile 2 (4,102 of 33,755)
Street crime
202 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)
Key features
- Immaculate Two Bedroom Semi-Detached Bungalow In Quiet Location
- Conservatory It The Rear
- Gas Fired Heating & Double Glazing
- Excellent Outbuildings / Workshops
- Mature Private Garden
- Dedicated Off Road Parking
- Opposite Open Parkland In Cul-De-Sac Position
- Modern Fitted Kitchen
- Recently Installed Combination Boiler
- Well laid Sandstone Patios / Seating Areas
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Gas central
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
- Listed property
- No
- Restrictions
- No
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
Introducing this immaculate two-bedroom semi-detached bungalow, boasting a quiet location and tranquil surroundings, offering a perfect retreat for those seeking peace and comfort.
Situated in a cul-de-sac position opposite open parkland, this property provides a serene living environment away from the hustle and bustle.
The accommodation provides a modern fitted kitchen, designed with functionality and style in mind. The recently installed combination boiler ensures efficient heating, while the gas fired heating and double glazing guarantee a cosy ambience throughout the home.
The living space features a spacious family lounge and also conservatory at the rear, perfect for families or those who love to entertain, this property offers ample space to relax and unwind.
The two bedrooms are well-appointed, providing comfortable accommodation and good additional storage. Additionally, the property includes excellent outbuildings and workshops, offering potential for further development or storage space to suit your needs.
Outside, the mature private garden is a haven of tranquillity, with well-laid sandstone patios and seating areas for enjoying the outdoors. Dedicated off-road parking adds convenience to your daily routine, ensuring easy access to the property at all times.
In conclusion, this two-bedroom bungalow presents a unique opportunity to own a charming home in a desirable location. With its modern amenities, tasteful design details, and peaceful surroundings, this property is sure to appeal to those looking for a retreat from the every-day stresses of life. Don't miss the chance to make this beautiful property your own and enjoy a lifestyle of comfort and serenity.
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EPC Rating: D
Listed by
Covering Essex
Young Move Solutions Limited
Reference: 160714016
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 30/04/2025
Expiry date: 29/04/2035
Est. upgrade cost to C: £14,500
Recommendations
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Floorplans
Floorplan 1
FENSA Certificates
This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #4482576
Property Details
Street: 11 Birch Close
Town: CANVEY ISLAND
Postcode: SS8 9JG
Installation Details
Items: 5 windows and 1 door
Certificate Issued: 20/02/2007
Work Completed: 17/01/2007
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
96% since 2010
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 07/07/2025 (1 year ago) | £310,000 | +21.1% |
| Sold | 12/10/2016 (9 years ago) | £256,000 | +62% |
| Sold | 17/11/2010 (15 years ago) | £158,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 MATLOCK ROAD, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 0EW | £485,000 | 12/07/2022 | Detached |
| 3 REDWOODS, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 9LD | £150,000 | 17/05/2022 | Detached |
| 3 CAMBRIDGE ROAD, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 0EU | £548,000 | 14/04/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 3 BIRCH CLOSE, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 9JG | £324,500 | 08/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 215 LONG ROAD, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 0JE | £420,000 | 18/02/2022 | Detached |
| 10A MATLOCK ROAD, CANVEY ISLAND, CASTLE POINT, ESSEX, SS8 0EW | £250,000 | 24/09/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £324,500 (1 sale)
Area average: £370,600 (5 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): Castle Point. Series: Detached. As of April 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Castle Point. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Castle Point.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Chelmsford: £947/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Hawkesbury Road | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Southwick Road | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Les's Cycles | 0.3 miles |
| Shop | Unknown | 0.7 miles |
| Train station | Benfleet | 1.6 miles |
| Train station | Leigh-on-Sea | 3.2 miles |
| Hospital | Southend University Hospital | 5.4 miles |
| University | University of Essex | 6.1 miles |
| Hospital | Wellesley Hospital | 7.0 miles |
| University | Unknown | 10.0 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 86 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 42 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 19 |
| Public order | 13 |
| Other theft | 9 |
| Drugs | 8 |
| Burglary | 7 |
| Other crime | 5 |
| Shoplifting | 5 |
| Robbery | 3 |
| Vehicle crime | 3 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Possession of weapons | 1 |
| Total incidents | 202 |
Within 1 mile during May 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canvey Junior School | Primary | 0.2 miles | Good — 18 Jan 2024 |
| Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery | Primary | 0.2 miles | Good — 14 Apr 2016 |
| William Read Primary Academy | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 13 Feb 2015 |
| The Cornelius Vermuyden School | Secondary | 0.4 miles | Inadequate — 18 Jan 2024 |
| Northwick Park Primary and Nursery Academy | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 4 Dec 2017 |
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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).