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104 NEEDLEPIN WAY

BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE MK18 7RB

4 beds 2 baths 132 m² Listed 3 Feb 2025 (-495d)

£525,000

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## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 104 NEEDLEPIN WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE MK18 7RB |
| Price | £525,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | F |
| Last sold | £515,000 Sep 2025 |

## Description

Boasting four generously sized bedrooms, a well-maintained garden, ample off-street parking, and a garage, this property is perfect for family living. The spacious and light-filled living areas, contemporary kitchen/dining room, and inviting bedrooms provide a welcoming atmosphere. With its prime location and excellent condition, this home presents a fantastic opportunity for those seeking a modern and convenient lifestyle.

The Historic Town of Buckingham, which is the former County Town of Buckinghamshire, is situated between Oxford, Milton Keynes, Aylesbury and Northampton. Buckingham which has undergone a period of expansion over recent years has retained many of its original shop fronts with the picturesque Old Gaol being situated in the heart of the town. The town also benefits from several local shops and restaurants, a choice of local sports facilities and gyms to include the Swan Pool and Leisure Facilities which offers numerous classes for all ages and abilities. Schooling in the area is most sought after, and includes several pre-schools primary schools, Buckingham Secondary School and The Royal Latin School. Stowe School & it’s beautiful National Trust Landscaped Gardens can be found nearby. Buckingham offers road links to both the M40 and M1. Milton Keynes and Bicester Railway Stations offer convenient access into London.

Council Tax Band F

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

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## EPC Graphs

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## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 104 NEEDLEPIN WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RB | £515,000 | 23/09/2025 | Detached |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 5 CONSTANCE STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RH | £475,000 | 20/01/2026 | Detached |
| 26 BOBBINS WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7SA | £700,000 | 15/12/2025 | Detached |
| 105 PILLOW WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RT | £598,000 | 15/12/2025 | Detached |
| 12 TURNSIDE STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RZ | £435,000 | 28/11/2025 | Detached |
| 1 WEAVERS CLOSE, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RP | £560,000 | 14/11/2025 | Detached |
| 20 MAYFLOWER STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RN | £750,000 | 05/06/2023 | Detached |
| [Same street] 100 NEEDLEPIN WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RB | £195,000 | 05/05/2023 | Terraced |
| 17 COTTON END, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RJ | £500,000 | 05/05/2023 | Detached |
| 17 THREADS LANE, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RW | £485,000 | 29/11/2022 | Detached |
| 81 CONSTANCE STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RH | £435,500 | 21/11/2022 | Detached |
| 22 KESTREL WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7HJ | £575,000 | 25/10/2022 | Detached |
| 4 TURNPIN CLOSE, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7SF | £705,000 | 26/08/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 98 NEEDLEPIN WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RB | £152,000 | 12/08/2022 | Terraced |
| 100 PILLOW WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RQ | £650,000 | 01/08/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 26 NEEDLEPIN WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RB | £445,000 | 13/07/2022 | Detached |
| 4 CONSTANCE STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RG | £635,000 | 16/06/2022 | Detached |
| 1 SILK CLOSE, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RF | £470,000 | 05/05/2022 | Detached |
| 120 PILLOW WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RQ | £490,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached |
| 12 CONSTANCE STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RG | £425,000 | 07/03/2022 | Detached |
| 16 CATCHPIN STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RR | £431,000 | 18/02/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 22 NEEDLEPIN WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RB | £330,000 | 08/12/2021 | Terraced |
| 23 TURNSIDE STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RZ | £425,000 | 30/11/2021 | Detached |
| 6 EDGING LANE, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7SD | £595,000 | 29/10/2021 | Detached |
| 37 BOBBINS WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7SA | £400,000 | 30/09/2021 | Detached |
| [Same street] 54 NEEDLEPIN WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RB | £380,000 | 22/06/2021 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 8 NEEDLEPIN WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RB | £245,000 | 17/06/2021 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £291,167 (6 sales)
**Area average:** £536,975 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £612,520 (49 Detached, MK18, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -14.3%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Buckinghamshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £1,326/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,473/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,620/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Milton Keynes (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,491/mo

## 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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 4 Bed Detached House, Silk Close, MK18 | £2,000/mo | 4 | 0.12 miles | OpenRent |
| 4 Bed Detached House, Threads Lane, MK18 | £2,100/mo | 4 | 0.21 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £2,050/mo (2 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.39% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £256,250
- **Target investor price (1%):** £205,000

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £2,050/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 4.7%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 21.3×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-248/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -2%

*Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − 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).*

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 12.5%
- **10y growth:** 15.4%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Buckinghamshire; Detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -1.2%
- **5y growth (index):** 14.6%
- **10y growth (index):** 24.5%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

132 m²

Council tax band

Last sold

£515,000 Sep 2025

Local average

£612,520 (-14.3%)

Street crime

44 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Additional details

Electricity: Mains supply
Water: Mains supply
Heating: Gas central
Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes
Listed property: No
Required access: No
Flooded in last 5 years: No
Flood defences: No

Description

Situated on Lace Hill, this charming 11-year-old detached house is in impeccable condition and has been tastefully renovated. Being sold as the end of the chain, this property overlooks a picturesque green area at the front aspect, creating a peaceful and scenic setting. Conveniently located within walking distance to supermarkets and Lace Hill Academy, a reputable primary school, this home offers both comfort and convenience for families.

Boasting four generously sized bedrooms, a well-maintained garden, ample off-street parking, and a garage, this property is perfect for family living. The spacious and light-filled living areas, contemporary kitchen/dining room, and inviting bedrooms provide a welcoming atmosphere. With its prime location and excellent condition, this home presents a fantastic opportunity for those seeking a modern and convenient lifestyle.

The Historic Town of Buckingham, which is the former County Town of Buckinghamshire, is situated between Oxford, Milton Keynes, Aylesbury and Northampton. Buckingham which has undergone a period of expansion over recent years has retained many of its original shop fronts with the picturesque Old Gaol being situated in the heart of the town. The town also benefits from several local shops and restaurants, a choice of local sports facilities and gyms to include the Swan Pool and Leisure Facilities which offers numerous classes for all ages and abilities. Schooling in the area is most sought after, and includes several pre-schools primary schools, Buckingham Secondary School and The Royal Latin School. Stowe School & it’s beautiful National Trust Landscaped Gardens can be found nearby. Buckingham offers road links to both the M40 and M1. Milton Keynes and Bicester Railway Stations offer convenient access into London.

Council Tax Band F

Listed by

Buckingham

Leaders and Romans Group

Reference: 157697198

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

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Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	23/09/2025 (8 months ago)	£515,000	—

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
5 CONSTANCE STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RH	£475,000	20/01/2026	Detached
26 BOBBINS WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7SA	£700,000	15/12/2025	Detached
105 PILLOW WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RT	£598,000	15/12/2025	Detached
12 TURNSIDE STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RZ	£435,000	28/11/2025	Detached
1 WEAVERS CLOSE, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RP	£560,000	14/11/2025	Detached
20 MAYFLOWER STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RN	£750,000	05/06/2023	Detached
Same street 100 NEEDLEPIN WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RB	£195,000	05/05/2023	Terraced
17 COTTON END, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RJ	£500,000	05/05/2023	Detached
17 THREADS LANE, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RW	£485,000	29/11/2022	Detached
81 CONSTANCE STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RH	£435,500	21/11/2022	Detached
22 KESTREL WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7HJ	£575,000	25/10/2022	Detached
4 TURNPIN CLOSE, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7SF	£705,000	26/08/2022	Detached
Same street 98 NEEDLEPIN WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RB	£152,000	12/08/2022	Terraced
100 PILLOW WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RQ	£650,000	01/08/2022	Detached
Same street 26 NEEDLEPIN WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RB	£445,000	13/07/2022	Detached
4 CONSTANCE STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RG	£635,000	16/06/2022	Detached
1 SILK CLOSE, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RF	£470,000	05/05/2022	Detached
120 PILLOW WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RQ	£490,000	29/04/2022	Detached
12 CONSTANCE STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RG	£425,000	07/03/2022	Detached
16 CATCHPIN STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RR	£431,000	18/02/2022	Detached
Same street 22 NEEDLEPIN WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RB	£330,000	08/12/2021	Terraced
23 TURNSIDE STREET, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RZ	£425,000	30/11/2021	Detached
6 EDGING LANE, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7SD	£595,000	29/10/2021	Detached
37 BOBBINS WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7SA	£400,000	30/09/2021	Detached
Same street 54 NEEDLEPIN WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RB	£380,000	22/06/2021	Semi-detached
Same street 8 NEEDLEPIN WAY, BUCKINGHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, MK18 7RB	£245,000	17/06/2021	Terraced

Street average: £291,167 (6 sales)

Area average: £536,975 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 12.5%

10y growth 15.4%

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

1y (index) -1.2%

5y (index) 14.6%

10y (index) 24.5%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,326/mo

Realistic £1,473/mo

Optimistic £1,620/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Buckinghamshire.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Milton Keynes: £1,491/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View MK18 7RB

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	Lidl	0.2 miles
Bus stop	Buckingham Tesco	0.2 miles
Shop	Jamie Oliver Deli by Shell	0.3 miles
University	University of Buckingham	0.5 miles
University	Mount Pleasant Campus	0.6 miles
Hospital	Buckingham Community Hospital	1.2 miles
Hospital	PJ Care Mallard House Neurological Care Centre	7.4 miles
Train station	Quainton Road	8.7 miles
Train station	Golding Spring Central	8.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	14
Other theft	7
Public order	7
Criminal damage and arson	5
Anti-social behaviour	4
Shoplifting	4
Drugs	1
Robbery	1
Vehicle crime	1
Total incidents	44

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
Lace Hill Academy	Primary	0.1 miles	Good — 1 May 2024
Bourton Meadow Academy	Primary	0.6 miles	— (Inspected (no overall grade))
Buckingham School	Secondary	0.7 miles	Good — 19 Jun 2023
Royal Latin School	Secondary	0.7 miles	Good — 26 Feb 2023
George Grenville Academy	Primary	0.8 miles	Good — 21 Feb 2018

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
4 Bed Detached House, Silk Close, MK18	£2,000/mo	4	0.12 miles	OpenRent
4 Bed Detached House, Threads Lane, MK18	£2,100/mo	4	0.21 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £2,050/mo (2 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.39%

Max investor price (0.8%) £256,250

Target investor price (1%) £205,000

Gross yield 4.7%

Cost-to-rent ratio 21.3×

Monthly cashflow £-248/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI -2%

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).