51 ARCHER WAY
SWANLEY, KENT BR8 7XR
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
87 m²
Council tax band
D
EPC rating
C
Last sold
£492,500 Apr 2026
Price per m²
£5,460/m²
Local average
£468,102 (+1.5%)
Deprivation
Decile 8 (23,659 of 33,755)
Street crime
141 incidents within 1 mile (Jul 2026)
Key features
- Extended three-bedroom semi-detached home on sought-after Archer Way, Swanley
- Beautifully modernised and tastefully decorated throughout
- Spacious lounge, perfect for all the family
- Stylish kitchen, utility room and modern ground floor shower room with underfloor heating
- Two large double bedrooms and a versatile single bedroom
- Upgraded family bathroom with contemporary finishes
- Landscaped garden with patio, outdoor fireplace, and powered outbuilding
- Private road location with parking for two cars
- Under 20 minute walk to Swanley Station with direct trains to central London
- Close to a choice of primary schools, secondary and Grammar schools
Additional details
- Parking
- Garage, Driveway, Off street
- Garden
- Private garden
- Listed property
- No
Description
Brookbanks are delighted to present this extended three-bedroom semi-detached home, situated on the highly sought-after and private Archer Way in Swanley. This beautifully maintained and thoughtfully modernised property has been lovingly decorated by the current homeowners to create a warm and contemporary family space. With the addition of a utility room and a modern ground floor shower room, this home offers both practicality and versatility, enhanced further by underfloor heating in the kitchen, utility and shower room for ultimate comfort.
The ground floor features a spacious lounge, perfect for family gatherings and entertaining, with elegant double doors that open through to the dining room, allowing a natural flow of light and space. The kitchen has been tastefully updated, complementing the home’s modern style while maintaining functionality for busy family life. Upstairs, the property boasts two large double bedrooms and a generous single bedroom, which currently accommodates a double sofa bed, offering excellent flexibility for guests or use as a home office. The main bathroom has also been recently upgraded to a sleek, modern finish.
Outside, the garden provides a peaceful retreat — a large patio area offers the perfect spot to enjoy the sun or dine al fresco, while a cosy fireplace area adds charm and a touch of character for relaxing evenings outdoors. The garden also benefits from a practical outbuilding with electrical points and tap for cold water, ideal for use as a home office, studio, or gym. To the front, the property provides off-street parking for two cars and enjoys the privacy of a quiet road, making it a tranquil yet convenient place to live.
Archer Way is one of Swanley’s most popular residential locations, known for its friendly community atmosphere and accessibility. The property is within comfortable walking distance of Swanley town centre, which offers a range of local shops, cafés, leisure facilities and a newly developed leisure centre. Swanley Park, with its lakes, playgrounds, and miniature railway, provides a wonderful outdoor space for families to enjoy.
Commuters will appreciate the convenience of Swanley Station, which is less than a 20-minute walk from the property. The station provides direct train services into London Bridge in 19 minutes and London Victoria in 27 minutes, as well as routes to London Blackfriars and other central destinations, making this an ideal location for those who work in the city but wish to return home to a more peaceful suburban setting. Swanley also benefits from easy access to the M25, A20 and M20, providing excellent road links to London, Kent and beyond.
Families are well served by the local schools within walking distance of Archer Way, including High Firs Primary School, St Bartholomew’s Catholic Primary School, and Horizon Primary Academy — all well-regarded options for young learners. For secondary education, Orchards Academy and Wilmington Academy offers an excellent choice nearby, providing strong academic and vocational pathways. Swanley also falls within reach of several outstanding grammar schools in the surrounding areas, including Wilmington Grammar School for Boys, Wilmington Grammar School for Girls, and Dartford Grammar School — all highly regarded and accessible within a short journey, making this location ideal for families seeking quality education options.
This exceptional home combines modern family living with comfort, style and convenience. With its extended living space, private setting, excellent transport links and access to top local schools, Archer Way offers the perfect balance of suburban calm and connectivity to the city — making it a wonderful choice for families and professionals alike.
Listed by
Swanley
Brookbanks Estate Agent
Reference: 169292636
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 16/03/2020
Expiry date: 15/03/2030
Current heating cost: £467/year
Potential heating cost: £398/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £15,523
Recommendations
- Cavity wall insulation (£500 - £1,500)
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Increase hot water cylinder insulation (£15 - £30)
- 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)
Registered land (INSPIRE)
This location falls inside an HM Land Registry INSPIRE registered freehold polygon.
Plot: ~260 m² (0.06 acres)
Source: HM Land Registry INSPIRE Index Polygons.
Price history
31% since 2021
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 24/04/2026 (4 months ago) | £492,500 | +31.3% |
| Sold | 29/01/2021 (5 years ago) | £375,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76 ARCHER WAY, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7XP | £415,000 | 31/03/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 48 HAVEN CLOSE, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7JZ | £560,000 | 12/09/2024 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 11 ARCHER WAY, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7XR | £435,000 | 01/12/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 117 SWANLEY LANE, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7LB | £360,000 | 24/11/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 29 HAVEN CLOSE, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7JY | £365,000 | 25/08/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 49 HAVEN CLOSE, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7JY | £435,000 | 25/05/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 2 HAVEN CLOSE, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7JZ | £415,000 | 13/01/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 17 HAWTHORN PARK, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7FB | £427,500 | 15/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 134 ARCHER WAY, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7XP | £379,000 | 08/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 21 WOODLANDS RISE, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7JT | £500,000 | 03/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 61 HAVEN CLOSE, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7JY | £477,000 | 31/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 1 HAVEN CLOSE, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7JY | £455,000 | 29/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 110 ARCHER WAY, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7XP | £415,000 | 24/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 8 WOODGERS GROVE, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7LJ | £460,000 | 02/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 9 HAVEN CLOSE, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7JY | £425,000 | 31/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 14 HAWTHORN PARK, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7FB | £430,000 | 10/12/2021 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 22 ARCHER WAY, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7XR | £385,000 | 24/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 21 ARCHER WAY, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7XR | £475,000 | 24/09/2021 | Terraced |
| 32 ARCHER WAY, SWANLEY, SEVENOAKS, KENT, BR8 7XN | £385,000 | 24/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £431,667 (3 sales)
Area average: £431,469 (16 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): Sevenoaks. Series: Semi-detached. As of June 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Sevenoaks. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Sevenoaks.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Outer North East London: £1,496/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Five Wents | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | The Woodman | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Hi-Tec Spray | 0.4 miles |
| Shop | Definitive Security Solutions | 0.4 miles |
| Train station | Swanley New Barn Miniature Railway | 0.6 miles |
| Train station | Swanley | 0.9 miles |
| Hospital | Livingstone Community Hospitals | 3.4 miles |
| Hospital | Chelsfield Park Hospital | 3.7 miles |
| University | University of Greenwich | 4.5 miles |
| University | University of Greenwich Avery Hill Campus | 5.5 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 49 |
| Shoplifting | 24 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 23 |
| Vehicle crime | 11 |
| Other theft | 8 |
| Drugs | 6 |
| Other crime | 5 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 |
| Robbery | 3 |
| Possession of weapons | 2 |
| Public order | 2 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Total incidents | 141 |
Within 1 mile during Jul 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downsview Community Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Requires improvement — 15 Jun 2023 |
| St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School, Swanley | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 19 Jul 2013 |
| Horizon Primary Academy | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 5 Dec 2018 |
| St Pauls' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 17 Jun 2016 |
| Parkwood Hall Co-Operative Academy | Other | 0.7 miles | Good — 11 Dec 2014 |
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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).