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21 SOUTHCOTE WAY

HIGH WYCOMBE, PENN, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE HP10 8JG

5 beds 2 baths 2,088 sq ft Listed 18 Sep 2024 (-627d)

£1,100,000

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# 5 bedroom detached house for sale (HP10 8JG)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 21 SOUTHCOTE WAY, HIGH WYCOMBE, PENN, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE HP10 8JG |
| Price | £1,100,000 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1967-1975 |
| Floor area | 194 m² |
| Last sold | £999,000 Jan 2025 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Current heating cost:** £2,184/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £17,375

### Recommendations
- B (£500 - £1,500)
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- M (£1,250 - £2,500)
- 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/9512-0024-5002-0521-8606)

## Description

The ground floor features a welcoming entrance hall that leads to a large L-shaped living room with ample space for both relaxation and entertaining. The separate dining room provides an ideal setting for formal meals, while the study offers a dedicated space for home working or reading. The kitchen/breakfast room is spacious, offering plenty of storage and room for informal dining, with an adjoining utility room providing additional convenience.

Upstairs, there are five generously sized bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from an ensuite bathroom, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a family bathroom. Each bedroom is spacious and filled with natural light from the large windows, making this home perfect for growing families.

Outside, the property offers driveway parking leading to a double garage, providing ample space for vehicles and storage. The rear of the house features a good-sized, level garden—ideal for families and outdoor entertaining.

Local Area

Penn is a sought-after village that combines rural charm with modern conveniences. It is well-served by several highly regarded schools. Tylers Green Middle School and Penn Church of England School are both within close proximity, offering excellent primary education. For secondary education, both The Royal Grammar School (for boys) and Beaconsfield High School (for girls) are renowned grammar schools in the nearby area, with Penn also being in the catchment for other top-performing schools.

Commuter Links

Commuting to London is convenient, with Beaconsfield station just a short drive away. From Beaconsfield, fast trains run to London Marylebone in approximately 25 minutes, making it an ideal location for professionals seeking a balance between village life and city access. The M40 motorway is also nearby, providing easy road connections to London, Oxford, and the Midlands.

## Property Photos

- ![Front](/listings/photos/152611058/239319) - Front
- ![Rear](/listings/photos/152611058/239320) - Rear
- ![Gaarden](/listings/photos/152611058/239321) - Gaarden
- ![Living Room](/listings/photos/152611058/239322) - Living Room
- ![Living Room](/listings/photos/152611058/239323) - Living Room
- ![Kitchen/Breakfast Room](/listings/photos/152611058/239324) - Kitchen/Breakfast Room
- ![Dining Room](/listings/photos/152611058/239325) - Dining Room
- ![Dining Room](/listings/photos/152611058/239326) - Dining Room
- ![Home Office](/listings/photos/152611058/239327) - Home Office
- ![Bedroom 1](/listings/photos/152611058/239328) - Bedroom 1
- ![Ensuite](/listings/photos/152611058/239329) - Ensuite
- ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/152611058/239330) - Bedroom
- ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/152611058/239331) - Bedroom
- ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/152611058/239332) - Bedroom
- ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/152611058/239333) - Bedroom
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/152611058/239334) - Bathroom
- ![Garden](/listings/photos/152611058/239335) - Garden

## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/152611058/239336) - Floorplan

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC](/listings/photos/152611058/239337) - EPC

## FENSA Certificates

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

### FENSA Certificate #435173
- **Address:** 21 Southcote Way, Tylers Green, Penn, HP10 8JG
- **Certificate Issued:** 14/02/2003
- **Work Completed:** 05/12/2002
- **Items:** 1 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 21 SOUTHCOTE WAY, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8JG | £999,000 | 10/01/2025 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| DURBAN HOUSE MANOR ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HY | £1,350,000 | 12/05/2023 | Detached |
| [Same street] 29 SOUTHCOTE WAY, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8JG | £990,000 | 14/04/2023 | Detached |
| [Same street] 28 SOUTHCOTE WAY, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8JG | £1,210,000 | 08/11/2022 | Detached |
| 9 MANOR VIEW, HAZLEMERE, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP15 7SX | £580,000 | 27/10/2022 | Detached |
| 9 MANOR VIEW, HAZLEMERE, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP15 7SX | £580,000 | 27/10/2022 | Detached |
| AUTUMN TINTS KINGSWOOD AVENUE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8DR | £730,000 | 14/09/2022 | Detached |
| KIRKLAND HOUSE KINGSWOOD AVENUE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8DR | £1,450,000 | 05/09/2022 | Detached |
| GLEBE COTTAGE MANOR ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HY | £1,620,000 | 07/07/2022 | Detached |
| BEECHCROFT, 12 ST JOHNS AVENUE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HP | £713,000 | 30/06/2022 | Detached |
| 12 NASH PLACE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8ES | £1,055,000 | 22/06/2022 | Detached |
| 2 NASH PLACE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8ES | £812,000 | 15/06/2022 | Detached |
| CERDDBRENNI CHANNER DRIVE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HT | £1,675,000 | 31/05/2022 | Detached |
| WHITESTONES MANOR ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HY | £1,950,000 | 30/05/2022 | Detached |
| 14A ST JOHNS ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HW | £680,000 | 30/05/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 20 SOUTHCOTE WAY, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8JG | £1,150,000 | 27/05/2022 | Detached |
| ABACUS MANOR ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HY | £1,655,000 | 12/05/2022 | Detached |
| BRAMLEAS KINGSWOOD ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8JE | £875,000 | 07/04/2022 | Detached |
| WHITEBEAMS ST JOHNS CLOSE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HX | £1,420,000 | 01/04/2022 | Detached |
| 6 NASH PLACE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8ES | £950,000 | 21/02/2022 | Detached |
| 4 THE THICKET, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8JQ | £1,011,000 | 28/01/2022 | Detached |
| 61 SOUTHCOTE WAY, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8JS | £1,075,000 | 17/12/2021 | Detached |
| 5 THE GREENWAY, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8BT | £601,000 | 24/11/2021 | Detached |
| LITTLE OAK ST JOHNS CLOSE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HX | £1,350,000 | 15/11/2021 | Detached |

**Street average:** £1,116,667 (3 sales)
**Area average:** £1,106,600 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £780,781 (35 Detached, HP10, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +40.9%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,326/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,473/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,620/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,995/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.13% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £184,125
- **Target investor price (1%):** £147,300

*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:** £5,670/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 13.2%
- **10y growth:** 11.7%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Buckinghamshire; Detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -1.2%
- **5y growth (index):** 14.6%
- **10y growth (index):** 24.5%

## 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

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

194 m²

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1967-1975

Last sold

£999,000 Jan 2025

Price per m²

£5,670/m²

Local average

£780,781 (+40.9%)

Deprivation

Decile 10 (33,578 of 33,755)

Street crime

82 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

Large Detached Family Home
Located in one of Penns most Sought After Roads
5 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
3 Reception Rooms
Good sized Gardens
Driveway and Double Garage
EPC 60D / Council Tax Band G

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

A rare opportunity to acquire this executive family home, coming to the market for the first time since it was built in the 1970s. Situated in a highly desirable residential area, this spacious five-bedroom property offers full vacant possession and benefits from no onward chain.

The ground floor features a welcoming entrance hall that leads to a large L-shaped living room with ample space for both relaxation and entertaining. The separate dining room provides an ideal setting for formal meals, while the study offers a dedicated space for home working or reading. The kitchen/breakfast room is spacious, offering plenty of storage and room for informal dining, with an adjoining utility room providing additional convenience.

Upstairs, there are five generously sized bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from an ensuite bathroom, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a family bathroom. Each bedroom is spacious and filled with natural light from the large windows, making this home perfect for growing families.

Outside, the property offers driveway parking leading to a double garage, providing ample space for vehicles and storage. The rear of the house features a good-sized, level garden—ideal for families and outdoor entertaining.

Local Area

Penn is a sought-after village that combines rural charm with modern conveniences. It is well-served by several highly regarded schools. Tylers Green Middle School and Penn Church of England School are both within close proximity, offering excellent primary education. For secondary education, both The Royal Grammar School (for boys) and Beaconsfield High School (for girls) are renowned grammar schools in the nearby area, with Penn also being in the catchment for other top-performing schools.

Commuter Links

Commuting to London is convenient, with Beaconsfield station just a short drive away. From Beaconsfield, fast trains run to London Marylebone in approximately 25 minutes, making it an ideal location for professionals seeking a balance between village life and city access. The M40 motorway is also nearby, providing easy road connections to London, Oxford, and the Midlands.

Listed by

South Buckinghamshire

Kingshills Estate Agents

Reference: 152611058

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 25/09/2024

Current heating cost: £2,184/year

Potential heating cost: £1,457/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £17,375

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

Recommendations

Cavity wall insulation (£500 - £1,500)
Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
Replacement warm air unit (£1,250 - £2,500)
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)

Floorplans

Floorplan

EPC Graphs

EPC

FENSA Certificates

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

FENSA Certificate #435173

Property Details

Street: 21 Southcote Way

Town: Tylers Green, Penn

Postcode: HP10 8JG

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 14/02/2003

Work Completed: 05/12/2002

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

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	10/01/2025 (1 year ago)	£999,000	—

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
DURBAN HOUSE MANOR ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HY	£1,350,000	12/05/2023	Detached
Same street 29 SOUTHCOTE WAY, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8JG	£990,000	14/04/2023	Detached
Same street 28 SOUTHCOTE WAY, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8JG	£1,210,000	08/11/2022	Detached
9 MANOR VIEW, HAZLEMERE, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP15 7SX	£580,000	27/10/2022	Detached
9 MANOR VIEW, HAZLEMERE, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP15 7SX	£580,000	27/10/2022	Detached
AUTUMN TINTS KINGSWOOD AVENUE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8DR	£730,000	14/09/2022	Detached
KIRKLAND HOUSE KINGSWOOD AVENUE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8DR	£1,450,000	05/09/2022	Detached
GLEBE COTTAGE MANOR ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HY	£1,620,000	07/07/2022	Detached
BEECHCROFT, 12 ST JOHNS AVENUE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HP	£713,000	30/06/2022	Detached
12 NASH PLACE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8ES	£1,055,000	22/06/2022	Detached
2 NASH PLACE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8ES	£812,000	15/06/2022	Detached
CERDDBRENNI CHANNER DRIVE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HT	£1,675,000	31/05/2022	Detached
WHITESTONES MANOR ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HY	£1,950,000	30/05/2022	Detached
14A ST JOHNS ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HW	£680,000	30/05/2022	Detached
Same street 20 SOUTHCOTE WAY, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8JG	£1,150,000	27/05/2022	Detached
ABACUS MANOR ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HY	£1,655,000	12/05/2022	Detached
BRAMLEAS KINGSWOOD ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8JE	£875,000	07/04/2022	Detached
WHITEBEAMS ST JOHNS CLOSE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HX	£1,420,000	01/04/2022	Detached
6 NASH PLACE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8ES	£950,000	21/02/2022	Detached
4 THE THICKET, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8JQ	£1,011,000	28/01/2022	Detached
61 SOUTHCOTE WAY, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8JS	£1,075,000	17/12/2021	Detached
5 THE GREENWAY, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8BT	£601,000	24/11/2021	Detached
LITTLE OAK ST JOHNS CLOSE, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8HX	£1,350,000	15/11/2021	Detached

Street average: £1,116,667 (3 sales)

Area average: £1,106,600 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 13.2%

10y growth 11.7%

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

1y (index) -1.2%

5y (index) 14.6%

10y (index) 24.5%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,326/mo

Realistic £1,473/mo

Optimistic £1,620/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Buckinghamshire.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Chilterns: £1,995/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View HP10 8JG

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	Beaconsfield Computer Workshop	0.3 miles
Shop	Kings Ride	0.3 miles
Bus stop	Church Road	0.3 miles
Bus stop	Hillcroft Road	0.4 miles
Train station	High Wycombe	1.8 miles
University	Buckinghamshire New University (Wycombe Campus)	2.2 miles
Hospital	Wycombe General Hospital	2.2 miles
Train station	Beaconsfield	3.3 miles
Hospital	The Chiltern Hospital	3.6 miles
University	National Film and Television School	3.8 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	35
Vehicle crime	11
Anti-social behaviour	9
Public order	6
Criminal damage and arson	4
Drugs	4
Other theft	4
Burglary	3
Other crime	3
Shoplifting	2
Possession of weapons	1
Total incidents	82

Within 1 mile during Mar 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
Tylers Green Middle School	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 23 Oct 2010
Manor Farm Community Infant School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 14 Jul 2011
Manor Farm Junior School	Primary	0.4 miles	Inadequate — 6 Dec 2021
Ash Hill Primary School	Primary	0.5 miles	Requires improvement — 2 Jul 2023
Sir William Ramsay School	Secondary	0.6 miles	Inadequate — 26 Jul 2022

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 5-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.13%

Max investor price (0.8%) £184,125

Target investor price (1%) £147,300

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).