17 SCHOOL ROAD
WISBECH, WEST WALTON, NORFOLK PE14 7ES
£240,000
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
72 m²
EPC rating
E
Year built
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Last sold
£220,000 Mar 2022
Price per m²
£3,333/m²
Local average
£309,276 (-22.4%)
Deprivation
Decile 4 (13,263 of 33,755)
Street crime
6 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)
Key features
- DETACHED BUNGALOW
- 2 DOUBLE BEDROOMS
- NO FORWARD CHAIN
- OFF ROAD PARKING & GARAGE
- LARGE PLOT
Additional details
- Heating
- Central
- Parking
- Garage
- Garden
- Front garden, Back garden
Description
Offering for sale this extended 2 bedroom detached bungalow situated in the popular village of West Walton. The property offers adaptable living space and a load of potential to extend or even convert the loft space (subject to relevant permissions).
DESCRIPTION
NO FORWARD CHAIN is offered on this well-presented extended 2 bedroom detached bungalow situated in the popular village of West Walton.
The property offers an entrance porch leading to the entrance hallway, a 15 ft lounge, a dining room leading to the kitchen/breakfast room, shower room, 2 double bedrooms, conservatory and generous front & rear gardens. There is also a single garage and off road parking to the front.
To fully appreciate the size and potential of this lovely home, an early viewing is highly recommended.
Agents Note - It is our understanding that the property is not registered at the Land Registry which is the case with a significant proportion of land across England and Wales. Your conveyancer will take the necessary steps and advise you accordingly.
Entrance Porch
Entrance Hall
Lounge 11' 10" x 15' 1" ( 3.61m x 4.60m )
Dining Room 9' 5" x 8' 11" ( 2.87m x 2.72m )
Kitchen / Breakfast Room 11' 3" x 14' 11" ( 3.43m x 4.55m )
Conservatory 8' 5" x 7' ( 2.57m x 2.13m )
Master Bedroom 8' 11" x 11' 10" Max ( 2.72m x 3.61m Max )
Bedroom 2 8' 11" x 7' 1" To Wardrobe ( 2.72m x 2.16m To Wardrobe )
Shower Room 5' 1" x 7' 1" ( 1.55m x 2.16m )
Front & Rear Gardens
Single Garage 17' 5" x 9' 7" ( 5.31m x 2.92m )
DIRECTIONS
From the Wisbech Freedom Bridge roundabout, take the B198 Lynn Road signposted Walsoken & Port Area. Continue out of town and at the mini roundabout proceed straight on. At the next set of traffic lights turn left signposted West Walton. Continue along and upon entering the village take note of the church immediately in front of you and turn right into School Road. Proceed along where the property will be found on your left hand side.
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
Wisbech
Sequence (UK) Limited - Connells
Reference: 110515670
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: E
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 19/07/2021
Current heating cost: £1,451/year
Potential heating cost: £702/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £18,020
Recommendations
- Cavity wall insulation (£500 - £1,500)
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£20)
- High heat retention storage heaters (£2,000 - £3,000)
- 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)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #6390429
Property Details
Street: 17 School Road
Town: West Walton
Postcode: PE14 7ES
Installation Details
Items: 2 windows
Certificate Issued: 10/03/2009
Work Completed: 27/02/2009
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #7255709
Property Details
Street: 17 School Road
Town: West Walton
Postcode: PE14 7ES
Installation Details
Items: 1 window
Certificate Issued: 22/03/2010
Work Completed: 11/03/2010
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 | 11/03/2022 (4 years ago) | £220,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same street 41 SCHOOL ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7ES | £246,000 | 22/03/2024 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 20 SCHOOL ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7ES | £222,000 | 27/02/2024 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 45 SCHOOL ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7ES | £188,000 | 27/10/2023 | Detached |
| 17 SALTS ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7EJ | £327,500 | 28/09/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 52 SCHOOL ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7ES | £490,000 | 24/05/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 31 SCHOOL ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7ES | £350,000 | 11/11/2022 | Detached |
| GEORGINA WISBECH ROAD, CHURCH END, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7ET | £350,000 | 26/08/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 29 SCHOOL ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7ES | £367,500 | 15/08/2022 | Detached |
| 9 SALTS ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7EJ | £215,000 | 12/08/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 32 SCHOOL ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7ES | £365,000 | 14/07/2022 | Detached |
| THE CHESTNUTS SALTS ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7EJ | £450,000 | 19/05/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 2 SCHOOL ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7ES | £392,500 | 18/11/2021 | Detached |
| Same street 9 SCHOOL ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7ES | £200,000 | 28/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 8 SCHOOL ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7ES | £260,000 | 13/09/2021 | Detached |
| 29A SALTS ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7EJ | £450,000 | 10/09/2021 | Detached |
| 46 SALTS ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7EJ | £400,000 | 27/08/2021 | Detached |
| Same street 6 SCHOOL ROAD, WEST WALTON, WISBECH, KING'S LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK, PE14 7ES | £247,000 | 07/07/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £302,545 (11 sales)
Area average: £365,417 (6 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): King's Lynn and West Norfolk. Series: Detached. As of February 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for King's Lynn and West Norfolk. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → King's Lynn and West Norfolk.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Kings Lynn: £648/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shop | C H Cook | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | King of Hearts, opp | 0.2 miles |
| Bus stop | King of Hearts, adj | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Lyndan's Dog Grooming | 1.0 miles |
| Hospital | North Cambridgeshire Hospital | 2.3 miles |
| Hospital | Unknown | 3.1 miles |
| Train station | Watlington | 8.7 miles |
| Train station | Downham Market | 10.1 miles |
| University | University of Lincoln - Holbeach Campus | 10.7 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 3 |
| Possession of weapons | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 6 |
Within 1 mile during Mar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshland High School | Secondary | 0.3 miles | Good — 5 Jul 2018 |
| West Walton Community Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 27 Jan 2011 |
| Orchards Church of England Academy | Primary | 1.5 miles | — (Inspected (no overall grade)) |
| Clarkson Infants School | Primary | 1.9 miles | Good — 28 Apr 2022 |
| St Peter's CofE Aided Junior School | Primary | 1.9 miles | Good — 19 Jun 2024 |
Rental Comparables
Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 2-bedroom estimate from EPC for this property.
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).