2 TEMPLAR ROAD
DOVER, TEMPLE EWELL, KENT CT16 3DL
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Council tax band
B
EPC rating
D
Last sold
£200,000 Mar 2026
Price per m²
£4,762/m²
Local average
£246,345 (-18.8%)
Deprivation
Decile 7 (23,157 of 33,755)
Street crime
36 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)
Key features
- One Bedroom Cottage
- Lounge With Log Burner
- Generous Bathroom
- Rear Garden
- Close to Local Amenities
Additional details
- Parking
- No parking
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Tucked away in the heart of historic Temple Ewell, this charming one-bedroom cottage on Templar Road offers the perfect opportunity for a first-time buyer, holiday home seeker or anyone looking for a cosy Air B&B investment. The ground floor features a welcoming lounge with log burner leading through to a well-proportioned kitchen, with a useful store room at the rear and access to a private garden, ideal for relaxing or entertaining.
Upstairs, a comfortable double bedroom is complemented by a generous bathroom which could be made into a shower room to create a further bedroom, creating a simple yet practical layout filled with character.
Temple Ewell is a picturesque village with roots stretching back over a thousand years, once held by the Knights Templar in the twelfth century and still rich with historic charm. From the cottage it is only a short walk to the beautiful Kearsney Abbey and Russell Gardens, where lakes, formal gardens and woodland paths provide a peaceful escape.
The River Dour and surrounding nature reserves offer further opportunities for countryside walks, while local amenities include a village pub, primary school, small shops and a welcoming community. Kearsney railway station is nearby, giving easy connections to Dover and London, making this property as convenient as it is characterful.
Whether you are searching for your first home, a weekend retreat or an attractive holiday let, this delightful cottage combines history, charm and location in a way that is sure to impress.
These property details are yet to be approved by the vendor.
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Location Summary
Temple Ewell is a civil parish and historic village in the county of Kent, England. The village is part of the Dover district of Kent, and forms part of the Dover urban area. It is situated three miles North West of the town of Dover. Situated in the Dour valley, Temple Ewell is surrounded by nature reserves and conservation areas. The village has a parish church, a village hall and a primary school. It also has a local shop and post office, and an 18th-century public house. Temple Ewell is served by Kearsney railway station, which is situated between the villages of Temple Ewell, Kearsney and River.
Listed by
Dover
The Lomond Group
Reference: 168574196
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 31/10/2019
Expiry date: 30/10/2029
Current heating cost: £425/year
Potential heating cost: £287/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £19,500
Recommendations
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
- Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
- 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 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #7782192
Property Details
Street: 2 Templar Road
Town: Temple Ewell
Postcode: CT16 3DL
Installation Details
Items: 4 windows
Certificate Issued: 08/11/2010
Work Completed: 25/09/2010
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
150% since 2003
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 27/03/2026 (3 months ago) | £200,000 | +36.1% |
| Sold | 08/06/2015 (11 years ago) | £147,000 | +83.8% |
| Sold | 03/02/2003 (23 years ago) | £80,000 | — |
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 FORGE VILLAS, TEMPLE EWELL, DOVER, KENT, CT16 3DG | £370,000 | 24/07/2025 | Terraced |
| 9 BROOKSIDE, TEMPLE EWELL, DOVER, KENT, CT16 3DS | £300,000 | 29/09/2023 | Terraced |
| Same street 20 TEMPLAR ROAD, TEMPLE EWELL, DOVER, KENT, CT16 3DL | £410,000 | 07/06/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 22 CHURCH HILL, TEMPLE EWELL, DOVER, KENT, CT16 3DR | £230,000 | 09/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 4 CHURCH HILL, TEMPLE EWELL, DOVER, KENT, CT16 3DR | £310,000 | 08/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 2 CHURCH HILL, TEMPLE EWELL, DOVER, KENT, CT16 3DR | £255,000 | 30/08/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 26 TEMPLAR ROAD, TEMPLE EWELL, DOVER, KENT, CT16 3DL | £185,000 | 10/06/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 30 TEMPLAR ROAD, TEMPLE EWELL, DOVER, KENT, CT16 3DL | £190,000 | 01/11/2021 | Terraced |
| Same street 11 TEMPLAR ROAD, TEMPLE EWELL, DOVER, KENT, CT16 3DL | £250,000 | 11/10/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £258,750 (4 sales)
Area average: £293,000 (5 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): Dover. Series: Terraced. As of April 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Dover. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Dover.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Dover-Shepway: £509/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Templeside | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | The Fox | 0.1 miles |
| Train station | Kearsney | 0.3 miles |
| Shop | Lead+ | 0.5 miles |
| Shop | Co-op Food | 0.7 miles |
| Train station | Dover Priory | 2.5 miles |
| Hospital | Kent Community Health | 6.4 miles |
| Hospital | Saint Martin's Hospital | 11.0 miles |
| University | University of the Creative Arts | 11.5 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 12 |
| Shoplifting | 6 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 5 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 4 |
| Vehicle crime | 3 |
| Possession of weapons | 2 |
| Burglary | 1 |
| Drugs | 1 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Total incidents | 36 |
Within 1 mile during May 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Ewell Church of England Primary School | Primary | 0.1 miles | Good — 28 Sep 2023 |
| The Sallygate School | Other | 0.4 miles | Good — 16 Nov 2022 |
| River Primary School | Primary | 0.7 miles | Outstanding — 17 Dec 2013 |
| Whitfield Aspen School | Primary | 1.2 miles | Good — 17 Jul 2012 |
| Lydden Primary School | Primary | 1.4 miles | Good — 9 Mar 2015 |
Rental Comparables
Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 1-bedroom count 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).