For sale Detached

1 CHURCH FARM MEWS

GAINSBOROUGH, FILLINGHAM, LINCOLNSHIRE DN21 5FL

5 beds 2 baths 1,518 sq ft Listed 24 Aug 2026 (-67d)

£515,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

141 m²

Council tax band

F

EPC rating

B

Last sold

£495,000 Dec 2021

Price per m²

£3,652/m²

Local average

£302,149 (+70.4%)

Deprivation

Decile 6 (19,768 of 33,755)

Street crime

0 incidents within 1 mile (Aug 2026)

Key features

  • Idyllic Village Setting In Rectory Lea
  • Exclusive Church Farm Mews Development
  • Beautifully Presented Throughout
  • Five Generously Sized Bedrooms
  • Impressive Open Plan Kitchen, Dining Space
  • Contemporary Kitchen With Central Island
  • Luxury Family Bathroom With Freestanding Bath
  • Bi-Folding Doors Opening Onto The Garden
  • Stunning Covered Outdoor Entertaining Area
  • Large Driveway With Ample Parking

Additional details

Heating
Gas central
Parking
Garage, Driveway
Garden
Private garden

Description

The Property


EXCEPTIONAL FIVE-BEDROOM FAMILY HOME IN AN EXCLUSIVE VILLAGE SETTING-CHURCH FARM MEWS, FILLINGHAM LINCOLNSHIRE

Nestled within the prestigious Church Farm Mews development in the picturesque village of Fillingham, this outstanding five-bedroom detached residence offers an exceptional combination of space, style and family-focused living.
Occupying a generous plot in an attractive rural setting, the property provides the perfect balance between peaceful countryside living and nearby modern-day conveniences. With excellent access to highly regarded schools, direct rail connections to London King's Cross from Lincoln, and easy access to the A15, A1 and wider motorway network, this remarkable home is ideally suited to growing families and professional commuters alike.

A Home Designed Around Modern Family Life
At the heart of the property is a stunning open-plan kitchen, dining and family space that has been thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The contemporary kitchen features quality cabinetry, premium work surfaces and a striking central island, providing the perfect setting for family gatherings and social occasions.
Bi-fold doors open seamlessly onto the rear garden, flooding the living space with natural light and creating a wonderful connection between indoor and outdoor living.
The spacious lounge offers a cosy yet elegant retreat, complete with an attractive exposed brick fireplace and wood-burning stove. Additional reception space provides flexibility for those working from home, creating a playroom, formal dining room or private study.

Five Generous Bedrooms
The first floor continues to impress with five well-proportioned bedrooms, offering ample space for growing families and visiting guests. The luxurious family bathroom creates a true spa-like atmosphere, featuring a freestanding bath and contemporary fixtures and fittings.
Every room has been beautifully maintained and presented, allowing a prospective purchaser to move straight in and enjoy.
Outstanding Outdoor Entertaining
One of the property's most striking features is its exceptional outdoor entertaining area.
The covered timber entertaining space has been expertly designed to provide year-round enjoyment, incorporating areas for dining, relaxing and outdoor cooking while overlooking the enclosed family garden.
Whether hosting summer barbecues, celebrating special occasions or simply spending quality time with friends and family, this exceptional space significantly enhances the lifestyle offered by the property.
A substantial driveway and double garage provide ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles.

Excellent Schools and Family Amenities
Families will appreciate the property's access to a range of well-regarded educational establishments, including the highly respected Queen Elizabeth's High School in Gainsborough, one of Lincolnshire's leading grammar schools. This makes the property particularly attractive for buyers seeking excellent educational opportunities for their children.

Ideal for Commuters
Despite its idyllic village setting, Fillingham remains exceptionally well connected.
Lincoln, Gainsborough and surrounding employment centres are all easily accessible, while the nearby A15 and A1 provide convenient road links throughout the region and beyond.
For those travelling further afield, Lincoln benefits from direct rail services to London King's Cross in under two hours, making this an ideal home for professionals seeking a countryside lifestyle without sacrificing access to the capital.


This is a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully presented family home within a sought-after village community, combining spacious accommodation, exceptional entertaining facilities, excellent schooling options and outstanding commuter connectivity.
Properties offering this level of accommodation, lifestyle and location are rarely available and early viewing is strongly recommended.





Property Description DisclaimerThis is a general description of the property only, and is not intended to constitute part of an offer or contract. It has been verified by the seller(s), unless marked as "draft". Purplebricks conducts some valuations online and some of our customers prepare their own property descriptions, so if you decide to proceed with a viewing or an offer, please note this information may have been provided solely by the vendor, and we may not have been able to visit the property to confirm it. If you require clarification on any point then please contact us, especially if you’re traveling some distance to view. All information should be checked by your solicitor prior to exchange of contracts.
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Reference: 92339103

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: B

Potential rating: A

Inspection date: 02/11/2021

Expiry date: 01/11/2031

Current heating cost: £348/year

Potential heating cost: £349/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £9,500

Recommendations

  • 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)

Registered land (INSPIRE)

This location falls inside an HM Land Registry INSPIRE registered freehold polygon.

Plot: ~782 m² (0.19 acres)

Source: HM Land Registry INSPIRE Index Polygons.

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale — £515,000 +4%
Sold 16/12/2021 (4 years ago) £495,000 —

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
2 CHURCH FARM MEWS, FILLINGHAM, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 5FL £477,000 13/01/2026 Detached
5 RECTORY LEA, FILLINGHAM, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 5GE £662,000 22/09/2023 Detached
24 HIGH STREET, FILLINGHAM, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 5BS £465,000 25/08/2022 Detached
2 CHURCH FARM MEWS, FILLINGHAM, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 5FL £525,000 17/12/2021 Detached

Area average: £532,250 (4 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 12.1%
10y growth 44.3%

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

1y (index) -0.1%
5y (index) 7.2%
10y (index) 38.6%

Rental Range

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

Low £670/mo
Realistic £744/mo
Optimistic £818/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → West Lindsey.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Lincoln: £922/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop St Andrew's Church 0.1 miles
Shop Steve's Yard Sales 2.8 miles
Shop Glentham Village Store 4.3 miles
University University of Lincoln - Riseholme Campus 6.7 miles
Train station Saxilby 7.4 miles
Train station Gainsborough Lea Road 8.1 miles
University Lincoln Bishop University 8.3 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Total incidents 0

Within 1 mile during Aug 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
Ingham Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Good — 9 Nov 2022
Hemswell Cliff Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Good — 15 Jan 2023
Scampton Church of England Primary School Primary 4.0 miles Good — 10 Mar 2011
Pollyplatt Primary School Primary 4.5 miles Good — 13 Dec 2011
Willoughton Primary School Primary 4.8 miles Good — 4 Oct 2018

Rental Comparables

Rental comparables data is not available for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.14%
Max investor price (0.8%) £93,000
Target investor price (1%) £74,400
  • 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).