Sold End of terrace

14 LANGLEY CLOSE

HARWICH, DOVERCOURT, ESSEX CO12 4AY

2 beds 635 sq ft Listed 15 Jun 2012 (-5111d)

£119,995

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# 2 bedroom end of terrace house for sale (CO12 4AY)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 14 LANGLEY CLOSE, HARWICH, DOVERCOURT, ESSEX CO12 4AY |
| Price | £119,995 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1983-1990 |
| Floor area | 59 m² |
| Last sold | £119,995 Aug 2012 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 26/05/2032
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £13,538

### Recommendations
- W1 (£800 - £1,200)
- C (£15 - £30)
- E (£15)
- G (£350 - £450)
- I (£2,200 - £3,000)
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)
- U (£3,500 - £5,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2121-0993-3591-5796-1156)

## Description

Offered in excellent decorative order this two bedroom end terraced house benefits from recently re-fitted kitchen and bathroom,  gas heating, double glazing and two parking spaces

** Entrance hall  ** Lounge/Diner  ** Kitchen  ** Two Bedrooms  ** Bathroom  ** Gas Heating  ** Double Glazing  ** Two Parking Spaces  ** Gardens

Part glazed entrance door to:

**Entrance Hall: ** Wood laminate flooring, coved ceiling,  storage cupboard.  Doors to:

**Kitchen: ** 9'6 x 9' (2.9m x 2.74m)  Double glazed window to the front aspect.  The kitchen has been  recently re-fitted with new base and wall units, incorporating:  Stainless steel single drainer sink unit, plumbing and space for washing machine, electric cooker ( to remain)  with cooker hood over, space for fridge/freezer,  tiled splash backs, dimplex heater.

**Lounge/Diner:**  15'10 x 12'11 (4.83m x 3.94m)  Double glazed window to the front aspect. Double glazed patio doors leading to the garden. Wood laminate flooring,  wooden fireplace, radiators, coved  ceiling, TV point.  Stairs to the first floor, under stair storage area.

**First Floor Accommodation:

**Landing:**  Access to loft, coved  ceiling.  Doors to:

**Bedroom 1: ** 13' x 8' (3.96m x 2.44m)  Double glazed window, radiator, coved ceiling.

**Bedroom 2: ** 10' x 9' (3.05m x 2.74m)  Double glazed window to the rear aspect, radiator, built in cupboard,  telephone point.

**Bathroom:**  Double glazed obscured window.  The bathroom has been  recently re-fitted with a  White three piece bathroom  suite comprising:  Panelled bath with electric shower over,  glass shower screen, pedestal wash hand basin,  close coupled WC.  Radiator.  Dimplex heater.

**Outside:

**The rear garden is enclosed by a brick wall and measures approx 30' (9.14m)  in depth and commences with a patio area, the remainder of the garden has been laid to lawn.  Garden shed. Gated access to two parking  spaces.

The front garden is open plan and laid to lawn.

THE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991

The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose.  A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor.  References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller.  The Agent has not had sight of the title documents.  A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor.  Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars.  They may however be available by separate negotiation.  Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property.

## Property Photos

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## FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #5063959
- **Address:** 14 Langley Close, Dovercourt, CO12 4AY
- **Certificate Issued:** 24/09/2007
- **Work Completed:** 30/08/2007
- **Items:** 1 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 14 LANGLEY CLOSE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AY | £119,995 | 15/08/2012 | Semi-detached |
| 14 LANGLEY CLOSE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AY | £124,000 | 22/04/2005 | Semi-detached |
| 14 LANGLEY CLOSE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AY | £82,000 | 11/10/2002 | Semi-detached |
| 14 LANGLEY CLOSE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AY | £65,000 | 30/08/2001 | Semi-detached |
| 14 LANGLEY CLOSE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AY | £43,000 | 24/11/1999 | Semi-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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 17 BROOKLYN MEWS, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QT | £177,000 | 15/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 14 LEE ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3SJ | £225,000 | 19/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 20 BROOKLYN ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QE | £215,000 | 19/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 9 THIRD AVENUE, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3SE | £220,000 | 27/06/2025 | Terraced |
| 19 OAKLAND ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QQ | £235,000 | 14/03/2025 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 2 LANGLEY CLOSE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AY | £215,000 | 05/03/2025 | Detached |
| [Same street] 17 LANGLEY CLOSE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AY | £99,000 | 03/01/2025 | Flat |
| [Same street] 19 LANGLEY CLOSE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AY | £84,000 | 27/06/2024 | Flat |
| 39 LEE ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3SG | £170,000 | 17/11/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 8 LANGLEY CLOSE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AY | £235,000 | 01/09/2023 | Detached |
| 28 LEE ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3SJ | £141,000 | 25/08/2023 | Terraced |
| 142 HERON WAY, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3FF | £205,000 | 31/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 10 LEE ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3SJ | £180,000 | 17/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 26 BROOKLYN ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QE | £255,000 | 21/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 7 BIRCH AVENUE, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4DA | £210,000 | 19/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 30 FRONKS ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3RN | £300,000 | 14/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 37 BROOKLYN ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QF | £242,500 | 06/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 311 MAIN ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AJ | £195,000 | 02/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 53 OAKLAND ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QG | £165,000 | 17/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 13 PORTLAND CRESCENT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QH | £198,500 | 11/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 27 BROOKLYN ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QE | £235,000 | 08/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 80 KING GEORGES AVENUE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AB | £220,000 | 03/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 20 THIRD AVENUE, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3SE | £230,000 | 31/10/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 10 LANGLEY CLOSE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AY | £235,000 | 10/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 9 BROOKLYN ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QE | £230,000 | 30/09/2022 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £173,600 (5 sales)
**Area average:** £212,450 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £202,771 (24 Terraced, CO12, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -40.8%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £945/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,050/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,155/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £715/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.88% (okay)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £131,250
- **Target investor price (1%):** £105,000

*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 Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £2,034/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 13.9%
- **10y growth:** 21.5%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Tendring; Terraced series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -2.5%
- **5y growth (index):** 10.7%
- **10y growth (index):** 42.7%

## 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

Floor area

59 m²

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1983-1990

Last sold

£119,995 Aug 2012

Price per m²

£2,034/m²

Local average

£202,771 (-40.8%)

Deprivation

Decile 3 (7,977 of 33,755)

Street crime

148 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

Offered in excellent decorative order this two bedroom end terraced house benefits from recently re-fitted kitchen and bathroom, gas heating, double glazing and two parking spaces

Entrance hall Lounge/Diner Kitchen Two Bedrooms Bathroom Gas Heating Double Glazing Two Parking Spaces Gardens

Part glazed entrance door to:

Entrance Hall: Wood laminate flooring, coved ceiling, storage cupboard. Doors to:

Kitchen: 9'6 x 9' (2.9m x 2.74m) Double glazed window to the front aspect. The kitchen has been recently re-fitted with new base and wall units, incorporating: Stainless steel single drainer sink unit, plumbing and space for washing machine, electric cooker ( to remain) with cooker hood over, space for fridge/freezer, tiled splash backs, dimplex heater.

Lounge/Diner: 15'10 x 12'11 (4.83m x 3.94m) Double glazed window to the front aspect. Double glazed patio doors leading to the garden. Wood laminate flooring, wooden fireplace, radiators, coved ceiling, TV point. Stairs to the first floor, under stair storage area.

First Floor Accommodation:

Landing: Access to loft, coved ceiling. Doors to:

Bedroom 1: 13' x 8' (3.96m x 2.44m) Double glazed window, radiator, coved ceiling.

Bedroom 2: 10' x 9' (3.05m x 2.74m) Double glazed window to the rear aspect, radiator, built in cupboard, telephone point.

Bathroom: Double glazed obscured window. The bathroom has been recently re-fitted with a White three piece bathroom suite comprising: Panelled bath with electric shower over, glass shower screen, pedestal wash hand basin, close coupled WC. Radiator. Dimplex heater.

Outside:
The rear garden is enclosed by a brick wall and measures approx 30' (9.14m) in depth and commences with a patio area, the remainder of the garden has been laid to lawn. Garden shed. Gated access to two parking spaces.

The front garden is open plan and laid to lawn.

**

THE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property.

Listed by

Harwich

Harwich Village Homes

Reference: 38275523

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 27/05/2022

Expiry date: 26/05/2032

Est. upgrade cost to C: £13,538

EPC D or below may face future regulation risk. Upgrading to C could improve long-term ROI.

Recommendations

Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
Add additional 80 mm jacket to hot water cylinder (£15 - £30)
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£15)
Upgrade heating controls (£350 - £450)
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler (£2,200 - £3,000)
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)

FENSA Certificates

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

FENSA Certificate #5063959

Property Details

Street: 14 Langley Close

Town: Dovercourt

Postcode: CO12 4AY

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 24/09/2007

Work Completed: 30/08/2007

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

179% since 1999

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	15/08/2012 (13 years ago)	£119,995	-3.2%
Sold	22/04/2005 (21 years ago)	£124,000	+51.2%
Sold	11/10/2002 (23 years ago)	£82,000	+26.2%
Sold	30/08/2001 (24 years ago)	£65,000	+51.2%
Sold	24/11/1999 (26 years ago)	£43,000	—

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
17 BROOKLYN MEWS, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QT	£177,000	15/01/2026	Terraced
14 LEE ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3SJ	£225,000	19/12/2025	Terraced
20 BROOKLYN ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QE	£215,000	19/12/2025	Terraced
9 THIRD AVENUE, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3SE	£220,000	27/06/2025	Terraced
19 OAKLAND ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QQ	£235,000	14/03/2025	Terraced
Same street 2 LANGLEY CLOSE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AY	£215,000	05/03/2025	Detached
Same street 17 LANGLEY CLOSE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AY	£99,000	03/01/2025	Flat
Same street 19 LANGLEY CLOSE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AY	£84,000	27/06/2024	Flat
39 LEE ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3SG	£170,000	17/11/2023	Terraced
Same street 8 LANGLEY CLOSE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AY	£235,000	01/09/2023	Detached
28 LEE ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3SJ	£141,000	25/08/2023	Terraced
142 HERON WAY, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3FF	£205,000	31/03/2023	Terraced
10 LEE ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3SJ	£180,000	17/03/2023	Terraced
26 BROOKLYN ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QE	£255,000	21/12/2022	Terraced
7 BIRCH AVENUE, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4DA	£210,000	19/12/2022	Terraced
30 FRONKS ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3RN	£300,000	14/12/2022	Terraced
37 BROOKLYN ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QF	£242,500	06/12/2022	Terraced
311 MAIN ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AJ	£195,000	02/12/2022	Terraced
53 OAKLAND ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QG	£165,000	17/11/2022	Terraced
13 PORTLAND CRESCENT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QH	£198,500	11/11/2022	Terraced
27 BROOKLYN ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QE	£235,000	08/11/2022	Terraced
80 KING GEORGES AVENUE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AB	£220,000	03/11/2022	Terraced
20 THIRD AVENUE, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3SE	£230,000	31/10/2022	Terraced
Same street 10 LANGLEY CLOSE, DOVERCOURT, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 4AY	£235,000	10/10/2022	Terraced
9 BROOKLYN ROAD, HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO12 3QE	£230,000	30/09/2022	Terraced

Street average: £173,600 (5 sales)

Area average: £212,450 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 13.9%

10y growth 21.5%

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

1y (index) -2.5%

5y (index) 10.7%

10y (index) 42.7%

Rental Range

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

Low £945/mo

Realistic £1,050/mo

Optimistic £1,155/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Tendring.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Ipswich: £715/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View CO12 4AY

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	Unknown	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Minesweepers Memorial	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Mayflower School	0.1 miles
Shop	Asda	0.2 miles
Train station	Dovercourt	0.4 miles
Hospital	Fryatt Hospital	0.6 miles
Train station	Harwich Town	0.9 miles
Hospital	Felixstowe Community Hospital & Minor Injuries Unit	4.0 miles
University	University of Suffolk (DigiTech Centre)	8.7 miles
University	University of Suffolk	9.3 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	59
Criminal damage and arson	21
Shoplifting	21
Anti-social behaviour	13
Other theft	9
Drugs	5
Other crime	5
Public order	5
Possession of weapons	3
Vehicle crime	3
Burglary	2
Bicycle theft	1
Theft from the person	1
Total incidents	148

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
The Mayflower Primary School	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 3 May 2022
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 30 May 2012
Harwich and Dovercourt High School	Secondary	0.6 miles	Good — 10 Nov 2021
Spring Meadow Primary School & School House Nursery	Primary	0.7 miles	Good — 24 Apr 2024
Harwich Community Primary School and Nursery	Primary	0.7 miles	Good — 13 Nov 2023

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 2-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

This street 5.0% gross yield avg £173,600 sale, £725/mo rent

Rent ratio 0.88%

Max investor price (0.8%) £131,250

Target investor price (1%) £105,000

This street — Gross yield for this street only (Land Registry sales + rental comparables, same postcode + street).
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).