# 3 bedroom terraced house for sale (AL7 4FL)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 14 SIR JOHN NEWSOM WAY, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, HERTFORDSHIRE AL7 4FL |
| Price | £450,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | D |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 2003-2006 |
| Floor area | 88 m² |
| Last sold | £442,500 Nov 2025 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 27/05/2035
- **Current heating cost:** £464/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,500

### Recommendations
- 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/0360-2558-1550-2825-7001)

## Description

Nestled in the heart of the ever-popular Sir John Newsom Way in Welwyn Garden City, this charming three-bedroom mid-terrace home offers a perfect blend of modern family living and traditional Garden City character. The property is well-presented throughout and thoughtfully designed to cater to both everyday comfort and entertaining needs, making it an ideal choice for families, couples, or professionals seeking spacious, well-balanced accommodation in a sought-after location.

Upon entering the home, you are greeted by a generously sized entrance hall, providing a warm and welcoming first impression. This wide hallway offers ample space for coats and shoes, and features a staircase leading to the first floor. Conveniently located off the entrance hall is a downstairs WC—perfect for guests and everyday practicality. At the rear of the hallway lies a separate kitchen, fitted with a range of modern units and integrated appliances, overlooking the rear garden. This bright and functional space is ideal for preparing meals while enjoying a view of the outdoors.

The heart of the home lies in the expansive living area, accessed via double doors from the hallway. This impressive space features a large bay window that floods the room with natural light, enhancing the feeling of space and warmth. Adjoining the lounge is a distinct dining area, perfectly positioned to the rear of the property with direct access to the beautifully landscaped rear garden—ideal for alfresco dining, summer gatherings, or simply enjoying a peaceful retreat.

Upstairs, the first floor offers three generous bedrooms, all well-proportioned and thoughtfully laid out. Bedrooms one and two benefit from built-in wardrobes, providing excellent storage solutions without compromising floor space. The principal bedroom also enjoys the added luxury of a private en-suite shower room, while the family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms with a modern suite.

Externally, the rear garden has been landscaped to offer a low-maintenance yet attractive outdoor space, perfect for relaxation and play. At the end of the garden lies a private garage with an up-and-over door, along with allocated parking for one vehicle, providing both security and convenience.

This delightful home is ideally situated within easy reach of Welwyn Garden City’s town centre, local schools, green open spaces, and transport links. It offers a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-maintained and spacious family home in a peaceful and well-connected residential setting.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/164515769/1045113) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/164515769/1045114) - EPC 1

## FENSA Certificates

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

### FENSA Certificate #14720468
- **Address:** 14 Sir John Newsom Way, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, AL7 4FL
- **Certificate Issued:** 01/08/2021
- **Work Completed:** 22/07/2021
- **Items:** 1 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 14 SIR JOHN NEWSOM WAY, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4FL | £442,500 | 04/11/2025 | Terraced |

## Sold Comparables

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 10 LEIGH COMMON, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4NJ | £425,000 | 13/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 70 WALNUT GROVE, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4EU | £385,000 | 30/10/2025 | Terraced |
| 14 WALNUT COURT, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4EZ | £550,000 | 13/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 604 HOWLANDS, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4ET | £435,000 | 15/06/2023 | Terraced |
| 13 WALNUT COURT, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4EZ | £427,000 | 30/05/2023 | Terraced |
| 35 CHAMBERS GROVE, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4FG | £530,000 | 19/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 52 HOLLYBUSH LANE, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4JN | £415,000 | 19/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 54 HOLLYBUSH LANE, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4JN | £480,000 | 16/12/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 34 SIR JOHN NEWSOM WAY, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4FL | £249,000 | 02/12/2022 | Flat |
| 48 PURDOM ROAD, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4FH | £560,000 | 25/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 19 CHAMBERS GROVE, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4FG | £556,250 | 11/11/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 24 SIR JOHN NEWSOM WAY, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4FL | £288,000 | 21/10/2022 | Flat |
| 544 HOWLANDS, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4ET | £400,000 | 21/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 5 WALNUT COURT, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4EZ | £400,000 | 05/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 8 RAYMONDS CLOSE, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4TH | £495,000 | 14/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 44 PURDOM ROAD, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4FH | £567,000 | 26/08/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 26 SIR JOHN NEWSOM WAY, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4FL | £262,500 | 29/07/2022 | Flat |
| [Same street] 36 SIR JOHN NEWSOM WAY, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4FL | £240,000 | 22/07/2022 | Flat |
| 507 HOWLANDS, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4HS | £387,087 | 27/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 41 HOLLYBUSH LANE, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4JH | £380,000 | 25/05/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 42 SIR JOHN NEWSOM WAY, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4FL | £258,000 | 22/04/2022 | Flat |
| 9 CHAMBERS GROVE, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4FG | £472,000 | 23/03/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 60 SIR JOHN NEWSOM WAY, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4FL | £520,000 | 20/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 27 CHAMBERS GROVE, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4FG | £422,000 | 07/01/2022 | Terraced |
| 4 LEIGH COMMON, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4NJ | £213,000 | 17/12/2021 | Terraced |
| 60 GREAT LEY, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4TL | £465,000 | 17/12/2021 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 2 SIR JOHN NEWSOM WAY, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4FL | £445,000 | 24/09/2021 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 58 SIR JOHN NEWSOM WAY, WELWYN GARDEN CITY, WELWYN HATFIELD, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL7 4FL | £450,000 | 21/09/2021 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £339,063 (8 sales)
**Area average:** £448,217 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £414,058 (33 Terraced, AL7, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +8.7%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,334/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,482/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,630/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £947/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 3 Bed End Terrace, Hollybush Lane, AL7 | £1,750/mo | 3 | 0.28 miles | OpenRent |
| 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Mount Way, AL7 | £1,850/mo | 3 | 0.34 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,800/mo (2 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.4% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £225,000
- **Target investor price (1%):** £180,000

*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 £1,800/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 4.8%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 20.8×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-177/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -1.6%

*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).*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £5,114/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 7.6%
- **10y growth:** 16.2%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Welwyn Hatfield; Terraced series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 7.7%
- **5y growth (index):** 14.2%
- **10y growth (index):** 35.3%

## Flood risk

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

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