Sold Detached

161 HALL ROAD

LOWESTOFT, SUFFOLK NR32 3NR

3 beds 3 baths 1,539 sq ft Listed 27 Nov 2025 (-198d)

£485,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

143 m²

Council tax band

C

EPC rating

D

Year built

England and Wales: 1900-1929

Last sold

£380,000 Aug 2019

Price per m²

£3,392/m²

Local average

£329,915 (+47%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (24,260 of 33,755)

Street crime

48 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Detached family home situated in the heart of Oulton Broad
  • Generously sized plot
  • Ample off-road parking and a detached garage
  • Expansive south-facing garden
  • Master bedroom with en-suite, walk-in wardrobe and Juliette balcony
  • Charming bay-fronted sitting room with a feature fireplace
  • Ideally located near local amenities, shops and the train station
  • Spacious kitchen/diner with an island and French doors opening to the garden
  • Ground floor utility room and cloakroom
  • Dedicated study area, perfect for home working

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

Situated in the heart of Oulton Broad, this detached chalet bungalow offers charm, space, and versatility on a generous plot. Highlights include an expansive south-facing garden, ample off-road parking, and a detached garage with dual access. The stunning master suite features an en-suite shower room, walk-in wardrobe, and Juliette balcony, complemented by two additional bedrooms. A characterful bay-fronted sitting room with a feature fireplace and a spacious kitchen/diner with an island and French doors to the garden make this home perfect for entertaining. Practical touches include a dedicated study area, ground floor utility room, and cloakroom. Ideally located near local amenities, shops, and the train station, this property is an exceptional family home or stylish retreat.

Location - Discover the hidden gem of Oulton Broad, boasting one of the best inland waterways in the UK. Just a stone's throw away from Lowestoft, this vibrant spot is bursting with independent eateries, cosy coffee shops, and picturesque parks. With two train stations offering direct links to Norwich and Ipswich, it's never been easier to explore this stunning location. Whether you're looking for a relaxing day out or an action-packed adventure, Oulton Broad has something for everyone!

Entrance Hall - A spacious entrance hall featuring a composite door and UPVC double glazed obscure window to the side aspect, vinyl flooring, down lights, radiator, x2 built-in storage cupboards (with storage space and the hot water cylinder), a fitted cupboard (housing the consumer unit), doors open to the sitting room & home office and an opening leads through to the kitchen/diner.

Sitting Room - 4.94 max into bay x 4.11 (16'2" max into bay x 13' - UPVC double glazed window to the side aspect & a UPVC double glazed bay window to the front, original parquet flooring, a gas fireplace and a radiator.

Study - 4.25 max x 4.04 max (13'11" max x 13'3" max) - Original parquet flooring, UPVC double glazed window to the front aspect, radiator, under-stair storage, stairs leading up to the first floor landing and an opening leads through to the inner lobby.

Lobby - 2.36 x 1.24 (7'8" x 4'0") - Original parquet flooring, timber frame double glazed obscure window to the side aspect and a door opens to the bathroom.

Bathroom - 2.40 x 2.10 (7'10" x 6'10") - Tile flooring, part-tile walls, radiator, heated towel rail, extractor fan, down lights, suite comprises a toilet, pedestal wash basin with hot & cold taps, a panelled bath with a mixer tap and a hand-held shower attachment.

Kitchen/Diner - 5.39 x 3.83 (17'8" x 12'6") - Tile flooring, UPVC double glazed window to the side aspect, down lights, UPVC double glazed windows & French doors open out to the rear garden, radiator, down lights, units above & below, laminate work surfaces, tile splash backs, island with extra cupboard space, a laminate work surface & pendant lighting, spaces for a large fridge-freezer & Rangemaster style oven, a fitted Rangemaster extractor hood, glass splash back, inset composite sink & drainer with mixer tap, integrated dishwasher and a door opens into the utility room.

Utility Room - 2.04 max x 3.83 max (6'8" max x 12'6" max) - Vinyl flooring, radiator, down lights, extractor fan, units above & below, laminate work surfaces, Ideal gas combi boiler, inset wash basin with mixer tap, spaces for a washing machine & tumble dryer and doors open into the cloakroom & out to the rear garden.

Cloakroom - 1.15 x 1.05 (3'9" x 3'5") - Vinyl flooring, radiator, extractor fan, toilet, corner wash basin with a mixer tap and a tile splash back.

Stairs Leading To The First Floor Landing - Fitted carpet, loft access, airing cupboard, sky light and doors opening to bedrooms 1-3.

Open-Plan Master Bedroom With En-Suite Shower Room - 6.56 max x 5.37 max (21'6" max x 17'7" max) - A beautifully designed open-plan master suite, combining elegance and functionality. This space offers a luxurious feel, enhanced by stunning views over the grounds, creating the perfect private retreat.

Bedroom 1 - Fitted carpet, vertical radiator, down lights, Velux window, UPVC French doors open to a Juliet balcony, x2 UPVC double glazed windows to the rear aspect, doors open to the walk-in wardrobe, storage cupboard and an opening leads to the en-suite shower space.

En-Suite Shower Room - Vinyl flooring, Velux window, down lights, feature pendant lighting, fitted shelving, heated towel rail, suite comprises a toilet, wash basin set into a vanity unit with a mixer tap, a large fitted mirror, extractor fan, and a door opening to a spacious mains-fed shower.

Walk-In Wardrobe - 1.73 x 1.69 (5'8" x 5'6") - Fitted carpet, down lights, rails & shelving and ample space for storage.

Bedroom 2 - 4.28 max x 4.06 max (14'0" max x 13'3" max) - Fitted carpet, UPVC double glazed window to the side aspect, radiator, down lights, eaves storage, fitted wardrobes and a built-in storage cupboard with shelving.

Bedroom 3 - 4.37 x 3.02 (14'4" x 9'10") - Fitted carpet, UPVC double glazed window to the side aspect, radiator, down lights and eaves storage.

Outside - This property boasts an impressive and spacious wrap-around driveway at the front, offering ample parking for multiple vehicles. The driveway leads to the detached garage and the side entrance door, with the frontage enclosed by a combination of a brick wall and timber fencing, with gated access to the rear.

The expansive south-facing rear garden is thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and functionality. It features a vast laid lawn, mature shrubs, and trees that create a serene and picturesque setting. Multiple patio areas and decorative shingle sections provide perfect spots for outdoor entertaining. The garden also includes a summer house, a timber storage shed, and outdoor lighting to enhance the space. A door from the garden provides direct access to the garage. The entire garden is securely enclosed by a panel fence surround.

Garage - 6.49 x 3.16 (21'3" x 10'4") - The detached brick-built garage offers versatility and convenience, featuring electric roller doors at both the front and rear for seamless access. It includes two UPVC double-glazed windows to the side, lighting, and power sockets, making it an ideal space for parking, storage, or as a workshop.

Financial Services - If you would like to know if you can afford this property and how much the monthly repayments would be, Paul Hubbard Estate Agents can offer you recommendations on financial/mortgage advisors, who will search for the best current deals for first time buyers, buy to let investors, upsizers and relocators. Call or email in today to arrange your free, no obligation quote.

Listed by

Lowestoft

Paul Hubbard Estate Agents

Reference: 169765922

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 29/10/2018

Expiry date: 28/10/2028

Current heating cost: £932/year

Potential heating cost: £577/year

Recommendations

  • Room-in-roof insulation (2,700)
  • 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (14,000)
  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (6,000)
  • Solar water heating (6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (8,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

EE Rating

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FENSA Certificates

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

FENSA Certificate #16456294 Recent

Property Details

Street: 161 Hall Road

Town: LOWESTOFT

Postcode: NR32 3NR

Installation Details

Items: 5 windows

Certificate Issued: 01/09/2024

Work Completed: 28/11/2023

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #7524028

Property Details

Street: 161 Hall Road

Town: LOWESTOFT

Postcode: NR32 3NR

Installation Details

Items: 2 windows

Certificate Issued: 04/08/2010

Work Completed: 05/07/2010

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 09/08/2019 (6 years ago) £380,000

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
51 MOYES ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3NY £210,000 12/12/2025 Detached
111 CLARKSON ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3NX £221,000 05/09/2025 Detached
11 HERONS CLOSE, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3LB £295,000 25/08/2023 Detached
32 BORROW ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3PN £500,000 30/06/2023 Detached
19 BLINCO ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3PB £280,000 19/05/2023 Detached
2 CURLEW GREEN, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3JU £320,000 12/05/2023 Detached
10 ROCK ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3NZ £295,000 14/04/2023 Detached
Same street 166 HALL ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3NR £520,000 20/02/2023 Detached
4 BORROW ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3PN £330,000 20/12/2022 Detached
36 HERONS CLOSE, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3LB £190,000 20/12/2022 Detached
24 BLINCO ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3PB £305,000 25/11/2022 Detached
32 ROMANY ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3PJ £700,000 18/10/2022 Detached
1 BLINCO ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3PB £263,000 14/10/2022 Detached
19 BLINCO ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3PB £220,000 07/10/2022 Detached
17 BROAD ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3PA £275,000 21/09/2022 Detached
33 ROCK ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3NZ £352,500 16/09/2022 Detached
95 CALDECOTT ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3PH £325,000 02/09/2022 Detached
38 BORROW ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3PN £715,000 09/05/2022 Detached
Same street 163 HALL ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3NR £340,000 06/05/2022 Detached
49 MOYES ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3NY £257,500 25/03/2022 Detached
ST MICHAELS BROAD ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3PA £290,000 18/03/2022 Detached
19A BORROW ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3PN £375,000 17/02/2022 Detached
Same street 165 HALL ROAD, LOWESTOFT, EAST SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK, NR32 3NR £406,000 21/01/2022 Detached

Street average: £422,000 (3 sales)

Area average: £335,950 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 20.8%
10y growth 43.3%

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

1y (index) 0.4%
5y (index) 11.6%
10y (index) 34.5%

Rental Range

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

Low £749/mo
Realistic £832/mo
Optimistic £915/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → East Suffolk.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Lowestoft & Great Yarmouth: £628/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Holden Close 0.1 miles
Shop Londis 0.2 miles
Shop One Stop 0.4 miles
Train station Oulton Broad North 0.6 miles
Train station Oulton Broad South 0.7 miles
Hospital Airey Close 1.5 miles
Hospital Carlton Court Hospital 1.8 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 23
Anti-social behaviour 8
Vehicle crime 6
Criminal damage and arson 5
Other theft 2
Bicycle theft 1
Drugs 1
Public order 1
Shoplifting 1
Total incidents 48

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
Oulton Broad Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Outstanding — 22 Sep 2015
The Limes Primary Academy Primary 0.8 miles Good — 26 Apr 2023
Dell Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Good — 30 Jun 2022
Warren School Other 1.0 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
Woods Loke Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Outstanding — 13 May 2024

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, Lyncoln Drive, NR32 £1,450/mo 3 0.65 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,450/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.3%
Max investor price (0.8%) £181,250
Target investor price (1%) £145,000
Gross yield 3.6%
Cost-to-rent ratio 27.9×
Monthly cashflow £-630/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -5.4%
  • 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).