# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (PO20 7HU) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 3, THE STRAIGHT, MAIN ROAD, CHICHESTER, BIRDHAM, WEST SUSSEX PO20 7HU | | Price | £625,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Last sold | £575,000 Jun 2016 | ## Description A rare opportunity to own a beautiful new home in the village of Birdham, just a short distance south of Chichester. Built by local developers Parnell Homes and ready for immediate occupation, The Straight comprises just 3 bespoke detached houses finished to an exceptional standard and offering impressive energy efficiency and low running costs. The ground floor has under-floor heating throughout. No.3 is the largest of these high specification homes with hand cut roof tiles and cedar cladding, enjoying privacy and views across farmland. The property offers 1,669 sq ft of flexible accommodation, has a 10 year Guarantee and comprises: locally-crafted oak front door leading to an impressive entrance hall with cloakroom. The spacious kitchen/dining room is complemented by the separate utility room and is fully fitted with Bosch integral appliances, 'Dove Grey' handleless doors and white stone worktops, creating a stylish and impressive room. The generous lounge also has bi-fold doors opening to the rear garden, plus a brick and oak fireplace with log burner. An en-suite double bedroom completes the ground floor, whilst a further 3 bedrooms and family bathroom will be found on the 1st floor. The principal bedroom boasts an en-suite and far-reaching views of local countryside from the 'Juliet' balcony. Outside, there are lawned gardens with grey Indian Sandstone paths, mature hedging, garage with electronic up-and-over door and 2 additional parking spaces. **Situation** The attractive coastal village of Birdham offers some local facilities including a marina, primary school, convenience store and petrol station. A further range of facilities (including a GP surgery) can be found at East Wittering, approximately 2 1/2 miles distant. The nearby city of Chichester offers excellent high street shopping, restaurants, cafes and bars, the Festival Theatre and a mainline railway station. Goodwood is located to the north of the city and is famous for its many event days, including the Festival of Speed, Goodwood Revival and ‘Glorious Goodwood’ racecourse. There are excellent sailing facilities around Chichester Harbour and windsurfing from the blue flag beaches at West Wittering. **** A bespoke new house of exceptional quality. **Entrance Hall leading to:** **Cloakroom/WC** **Living Room** 22'4 (6.81m) x 12'11 (3.94m) **Kitchen/Dining Room** 22'4 (6.81m) x 15' (4.57m) **Utility Room** 7'5 (2.26m) x 5'3 (1.6m) **Bedroom 4 (on ground floor)** 14'8 (4.47m) x 9'4 (2.84m) **Stairs to 1st Floor / Landing** **Bedroom 1** 14'5 (4.39m) x 11'8 (3.56m) **En Suite Shower Room to Bed 1** **Bedroom 2** 14'3 (4.34m) x 11'8 (3.56m) **En Suite Shower Room to Bed 2** **Bedroom 3** 12'10 (3.91m) x 8'2 (2.49m) **Family Bathroom** **Gas Central Heating** **Double Glazing** **Single Garage** 16'10 (5.13m) x 9'9 (2.97m) **Gardens to Front and Rear** **2 Parking Bays** **Directions** From Chichester, proceed in a southerly direction along the A286 road towards Birdham and The Witterings. Pass the Chichester Marina on the right hand side and continue along The Birdham Straight. The development will be found on the left hand side shortly before the mini roundabout. **** Details correct: BG/CE 01/04/2016 ## Property Photos - ![front elevation new ](/listings/photos/40923975/288334) - front elevation new - ![kitchen + doors open](/listings/photos/40923975/288337) - kitchen + doors open - ![fireplace + log burn](/listings/photos/40923975/288340) - fireplace + log burn - ![living to kitchen](/listings/photos/40923975/288341) - living to kitchen - ![bed 1 + balcony](/listings/photos/40923975/288343) - bed 1 + balcony - ![en suite to bed 1](/listings/photos/40923975/288344) - en suite to bed 1 - ![bed 3](/listings/photos/40923975/288349) - bed 3 - ![bed 2](/listings/photos/40923975/288350) - bed 2 - ![laundry/utililty roo](/listings/photos/40923975/288354) - laundry/utililty roo - ![utility-detail](/listings/photos/40923975/288355) - utility-detail - ![M's kitchen 1](/listings/photos/40923975/288357) - M's kitchen 1 - ![timbers](/listings/photos/40923975/288358) - timbers - ![the site plan](/listings/photos/40923975/288362) - the site plan - ![location map](/listings/photos/40923975/288363) - location map - ![area map](/listings/photos/40923975/288364) - area map - ![family bathroom](/listings/photos/40923975/288366) - family bathroom - ![hallway](/listings/photos/40923975/288368) - hallway - ![kitchen alt (by M)](/listings/photos/40923975/288369) - kitchen alt (by M) - ![rear elevation](/listings/photos/40923975/288371) - rear elevation ## Floorplans - ![floorplan](/listings/photos/40923975/288373) - floorplan ## FENSA Certificates This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #579082 - **Address:** 3 Whitestone Farm Cottages, Main Road, Birdham, PO20 7HU - **Certificate Issued:** 26/08/2003 - **Work Completed:** 06/09/2002 - **Items:** 4 window(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | THE STRAIGHT 3 MAIN ROAD, BIRDHAM, CHICHESTER, WEST SUSSEX, PO20 7HU | £575,000 | 09/06/2016 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 9 TAWNY CLOSE, BIRDHAM, CHICHESTER, WEST SUSSEX, PO20 7FA | £490,000 | 07/01/2026 | Detached | | STRATHMORE MAIN ROAD, BIRDHAM, CHICHESTER, WEST SUSSEX, PO20 7HU | £630,000 | 28/11/2023 | Detached | | 2 OLD SCHOOL CLOSE, BIRDHAM, CHICHESTER, WEST SUSSEX, PO20 7ER | £502,400 | 02/11/2022 | Detached | | 14 ROWAN CLOSE, BIRDHAM, CHICHESTER, WEST SUSSEX, PO20 7FF | £615,000 | 13/09/2022 | Detached | | ASHBROOK BURLOW CLOSE, BIRDHAM, CHICHESTER, WEST SUSSEX, PO20 7ES | £655,000 | 16/08/2022 | Detached | | GREENWAYS BURLOW CLOSE, BIRDHAM, CHICHESTER, WEST SUSSEX, PO20 7ES | £749,500 | 17/12/2021 | Detached | | 17 TAWNY CLOSE, BIRDHAM, CHICHESTER, WEST SUSSEX, PO20 7FA | £460,000 | 20/09/2021 | Detached | **Area average:** £585,986 (7 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £621,980 (54 Detached, PO20, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +0.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Chichester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,190/mo - **Realistic:** £1,322/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,454/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Chichester (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,596/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.21% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £165,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £132,200 *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.* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 16.7% - **10y growth:** 45.1% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Chichester; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -4.5% - **5y growth (index):** 6.3% - **10y growth (index):** 23.5% ## 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)