Sold STC Semi-detached

5 POYNINGS AVENUE

LEICESTER, LEICESTER LE3 6HP

3 beds 1 baths 84 m² Listed 4 Oct 2021 (-1727d)

£270,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

84 m²

Last sold

£260,000 Feb 2022

Local average

£248,311 (+8.7%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (26,995 of 33,755)

Street crime

400 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Three Bedrooms
  • Semi-Detached House
  • Double Glazed
  • One Bathroom
  • Central Heating
  • Garden
  • Two Receptions

Additional details

Heating
Gas central
Parking
Driveway
Garden
Private garden

Description

The Property
A MODERN FAMILY HOME IN DESIRABLE CUL-DE-SAC

Looking for character? Look no further!
Do not miss the chance to view this traditional three bedroom semi detached property with an immaculate open plan kitchen/ diner. Nestled into the heart of Leicester. This very well maintained family home has many beautiful original features which have been perfectly married with tasteful interior design throughout. You are sure be amazed by the generously sized rear garden. This house is sure to be the envy of your guests, book now to avoid disappointment!

Ground Floor
Stepping through via the porch you are immediately greeted by a wide and bright reception entrance hall with direct access to first floor accommodation and downstairs storage cupboard. Directly in front you will find the modern, well presented kitchen/ diner. THE HUB of the house. Fitted with high spec finishes and appliances throughout, this room really does have to be viewed to be fully appreciated. . Two windows and large UPVC patio doors mean the room benefits from great natural sunlight. Perfect from hosting family/ friends. To the left of the diner you will find the cosy lounge. With many eye catching features to add to the beauty of the property. The bay window is located to the front of the property.

First Floor
The spacious landing provides access into all rooms. The Master Bedroom is located to the front of the property. Two further bedrooms are available, one of which being a sizable double and one single. The family bathroom benefits from a shower over bath, wash hand basin and w/c.

Outside
Boasting from a large paved area ideal for hosting family and friends or simply enjoying a peaceful morning coffee.

This private garden is mainly laid to lawn stretching back a great distance. The perfect space for any growing family.

There is also plenty of drive way space which could comfortably park two cars.

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EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 2

Risk: In flood risk area

Environment Agency Flood Risk Areas (APSFR)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

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FENSA Certificates

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

FENSA Certificate #8576649

Property Details

Street: 5 Poynings Avenue

Town: LEICESTER

Postcode: LE3 6HP

Installation Details

Items: 3 windows and 1 door

Certificate Issued: 12/12/2011

Work Completed: 25/11/2011

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

83% since 2011

Event Date Price % change
Sold 11/02/2022 (4 years ago) £260,000 +82.5%
Sold 24/01/2014 (12 years ago) £142,500 +0.4%
Sold 31/05/2011 (15 years ago) £142,000

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
67 BLISSETT ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 9HR £160,000 15/01/2026 Semi-detached
99 AIKMAN AVENUE, LEICESTER, LE3 9JG £220,000 12/01/2026 Semi-detached
86 AIKMAN AVENUE, LEICESTER, LE3 9JB £75,000 14/11/2025 Semi-detached
17 DITCHLING AVENUE, LEICESTER, LE3 6HB £235,000 20/03/2025 Semi-detached
59 BLISSETT ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 9HR £190,000 30/11/2023 Semi-detached
8 DITCHLING AVENUE, LEICESTER, LE3 6HB £280,000 28/09/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 18 POYNINGS AVENUE, LEICESTER, LE3 6HP £206,000 04/09/2023 Terraced
89 LINDFIELD ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 6HL £291,000 01/06/2023 Semi-detached
54 BLISSETT ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 9HP £228,000 16/12/2022 Semi-detached
65 LINDFIELD ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 6HL £230,000 11/11/2022 Semi-detached
10 LANCING AVENUE, LEICESTER, LE3 6HF £290,000 11/11/2022 Semi-detached
155 LETCHWORTH ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 6FP £278,000 28/10/2022 Semi-detached
36 WESTFIELD ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 6HS £385,000 17/08/2022 Semi-detached
15 HILDERS ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 6HE £228,000 21/06/2022 Semi-detached
171 LETCHWORTH ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 6QL £240,000 25/05/2022 Semi-detached
47 LINDFIELD ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 6HL £305,000 11/02/2022 Semi-detached
9 BALCOMBE AVENUE, LEICESTER, LE3 6HA £297,000 28/01/2022 Semi-detached
10 WESTHILL ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 6GA £465,000 21/12/2021 Semi-detached
192 LETCHWORTH ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 6FJ £267,000 26/11/2021 Semi-detached
79 BLISSETT ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 9HR £166,000 01/11/2021 Semi-detached
151 LETCHWORTH ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 6FP £295,000 29/10/2021 Semi-detached

Street average: £206,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £256,250 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 4.9%
10y growth 59.7%

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

1y (index) 3.4%
5y (index) 19.5%
10y (index) 68.8%

Rental Range

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

Low £922/mo
Realistic £1,024/mo
Optimistic £1,126/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Leicester.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Leicester: £773/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Unknown 0.2 miles
Shop One Stop 0.5 miles
Shop Asda On The Move 0.5 miles
University University of Leicester 0.9 miles
Hospital South Entrance 1.0 miles
Hospital Main Entrance 1.1 miles
Train station Unknown 1.4 miles
University De Montfort University 1.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 150
Anti-social behaviour 56
Criminal damage and arson 46
Public order 38
Vehicle crime 25
Other theft 24
Shoplifting 16
Burglary 14
Drugs 10
Other crime 9
Bicycle theft 5
Robbery 5
Possession of weapons 1
Theft from the person 1
Total incidents 400

Within 1 mile during Apr 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
West Gate School Other 0.1 miles Good — 6 Sep 2021
Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary 0.4 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
Parks Primary School Primary 0.4 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
Inglehurst Infant School Primary 0.4 miles Inadequate — 17 Nov 2022
New College Leicester Secondary 0.4 miles Good — 14 Dec 2017

Rental Comparables

Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.

Title Rent Beds Distance As seen on
3 Bed Terraced House, Rowan Street, LE3 £1,200/mo 3 0.52 miles OpenRent
3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Birds Nest Avenue, LE3 £1,300/mo 3 0.62 miles OpenRent
3 Bed Terraced House, Hinckley Road, LE3 £1,300/mo 3 0.62 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,267/mo (3 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.48%
Max investor price (0.8%) £162,500
Target investor price (1%) £130,000
Gross yield 5.8%
Cost-to-rent ratio 17.3×
Monthly cashflow £82/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 1.3%
  • 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).
  • Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
  • Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
  • ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).