For sale Flat

14 ORCHIDHURST

TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT TN2 3BZ

1 beds 1 baths 41 m² Listed 24 Aug 2026 (-22d)

£190,000

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Property details

Tenure

LEASEHOLD

Floor area

41 m²

Last sold

£160,000 Apr 2025

Local average

£336,953 (-43.6%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (26,696 of 33,755)

Street crime

159 incidents within 1 mile (Jul 2026)

Key features

  • NO ONWARD CHAIN
  • Beautifully improved one-bedroom first-floor flat
  • New kitchen with integrated appliances
  • Newly fitted modern bathroom
  • New flooring
  • Quiet cul-de-sac position with attractive outlook
  • Approximately 0.6 miles from High Brooms station
  • Convenient for Knights Park and local amenities
  • Approximately 147-year lease with peppercorn ground rent
  • Communal grounds and residents' parking

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

BEAUTIFULLY IMPROVED ONE-BEDROOM FLAT | QUIET CUL-DE-SAC | 0.6 MILES TO HIGH BROOMS STATION | LONG LEASE | NO ONWARD CHAINTHE PROPERTYMOVE-IN READY – THE UPGRADES HAVE ALREADY BEEN DONE
Beautifully presented and considerably improved by the current owners, this one-bedroom first-floor flat combines a stylish interior with a peaceful cul-de-sac position, attractive outlook and excellent access to shops, leisure facilities and High Brooms mainline station.
With a new kitchen, new bathroom and new flooring, the property offers an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, commuters, downsizers or investors looking for a home where they can simply unpack and start enjoying it.
Even better, the property is offered with the considerable advantage of NO ONWARD CHAIN.
WHY THE CURRENT OWNERS CHOSE ITTHE VIEW | THE QUIET SETTING | EVERYTHING CLOSE AT HAND
The owners were initially attracted by the property's outlook, cul-de-sac position and convenience for everyday amenities.
They have particularly enjoyed just how peaceful the flat is, together with the view from the bedroom and the friendly neighbours, creating a real sense of community despite the excellent connections nearby.
And for one of the more unusual neighbourhood perks – we're reliably informed that the ice cream van visits every Wednesday!
STYLISHLY UPDATED & READY TO ENJOYNEW KITCHEN | NEW BATHROOM | NEW FLOORING
The current owners have invested in some of the most important areas of the property.
The kitchen has been newly fitted and includes integrated appliances, providing a smart and practical space for everyday cooking.
The bathroom has also been completely updated, while new flooring further enhances the fresh, contemporary feel of the accommodation.
For buyers wanting to avoid the cost and inconvenience of immediate renovations, much of the work has already been completed.
BRIGHT & WELL-PROPORTIONED ACCOMMODATIONA GREAT FIRST HOME – OR AN IDEAL COMMUTER BASE
Positioned on the first floor, the accommodation is well arranged and comprises a welcoming entrance hall, lounge/diner, newly fitted kitchen, modern bathroom and generous double bedroom.
The lounge/diner provides space for both relaxing and entertaining, while the bedroom enjoys the outlook that first helped attract the current owners to the property.
Room sizes and layout can be found on the floorplans provided.
QUIETLY POSITIONED – YET CLOSE TO EVERYTHINGPEACEFUL CUL-DE-SAC LIVING WITH EXCELLENT CONNECTIONS
Orchidhurst enjoys a convenient position to the north of Tunbridge Wells town centre, putting a wide variety of amenities within easy reach.
The retail and leisure facilities at Knights Park are nearby, while High Brooms mainline railway station is approximately 0.6 miles away, making the property particularly appealing to commuters.
The station provides regular rail services towards London and the South Coast, combining the benefits of a peaceful residential setting with excellent connectivity.
COMMUNAL GROUNDS & RESIDENTS' PARKINGPRACTICAL OUTSIDE SPACE WITHOUT THE MAINTENANCE
Externally, the development benefits from communal grounds, while residents' parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
For buyers wanting the convenience of apartment living without sacrificing a pleasant residential environment, Orchidhurst offers an appealing balance.
A LONG LEASE & PEPPERCORN GROUND RENT147 YEARS REMAINING – ANOTHER IMPORTANT ADVANTAGE
The property is leasehold with an impressive approximately 147 years remaining, providing valuable long-term security for its next owner.
Ground rent is a peppercorn, with the current service charge stated as £458 per half year.
NO ONWARD CHAINIDEAL FOR BUYERS LOOKING TO GET MOVING
With its stylish improvements, long lease, quiet position, attractive outlook and excellent proximity to the station and amenities, this is a particularly appealing first-floor flat.
Offered with NO ONWARD CHAIN, an early viewing is highly recommended.
PROPERTY FACTSTenure: Leasehold
Lease: Commenced 01/12/1984 – Ends 30/11/2173
Lease Remaining: Approximately 147 years
Ground Rent: Peppercorn
Service Charge: £458 per half year
Buildings Insurance: £592.22 per annum
Council Tax Band: B
Local Authority: Tunbridge Wells
EPC Rating: C
Parking: Residents' parking – first come, first served
Onward Chain: None
Disclaimer
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Listed by

South East & London

Yopa Property Ltd

Reference: 92344821

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Registered land (INSPIRE)

This location falls inside an HM Land Registry INSPIRE registered freehold polygon.

Building plot (shared): ~369 m² (0.09 acres) (area is for the building, not the flat)

Source: HM Land Registry INSPIRE Index Polygons.

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 1

FENSA Certificates

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

FENSA Certificate #2039878

Property Details

Street: 14 Orchidhurst

Town: Tunbridge Wells

Postcode: TN2 3BZ

Installation Details

Items: 4 windows

Certificate Issued: 27/09/2004

Work Completed: 18/08/2004

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
Listed for sale £190,000 +18.8%
Sold 23/04/2025 (1 year ago) £160,000

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
29 HAZELWOOD CLOSE, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 3HW £110,000 12/12/2025 Flat
15 LAKEWOOD DRIVE, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 3FH £245,000 07/09/2023 Flat
126 GREGGS WOOD ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 3JG £250,000 30/08/2022 Flat
Same street 8 ORCHIDHURST, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 3BZ £344,000 26/08/2022 Terraced
17 LAKEWOOD DRIVE, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 3FH £250,000 18/07/2022 Flat
9 LAKEWOOD DRIVE, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 3FH £191,000 27/04/2022 Flat
15 HAZELWOOD CLOSE, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 3HW £170,000 07/03/2022 Flat
122 GREGGS WOOD ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 3JG £236,000 25/02/2022 Flat
12 BIRKEN ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 3TG £218,000 25/11/2021 Flat
140 GREGGS WOOD ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 3JG £117,000 05/10/2021 Flat

Street average: £344,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £198,556 (9 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 10.4%
10y growth 12.8%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Tunbridge Wells. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of June 2026.

1y (index) -4.8%
5y (index) -0.5%
10y (index) 10.6%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,376/mo
Realistic £1,529/mo
Optimistic £1,682/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Tunbridge Wells.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for High Weald: £798/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Greggs Wood Road 0.0 miles
Shop Budgens 0.1 miles
Bus stop Liptraps Lane 0.1 miles
Train station High Brooms 0.3 miles
Shop Thames Motor Group 0.5 miles
Train station Tunbridge Wells 1.6 miles
University Unknown 2.8 miles
University Tonbridge Adult Education Centre 3.1 miles
Hospital Tunbridge Wells Independant Hospital 4.4 miles
Hospital Crowborough War Memorial Hospital 8.7 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 45
Anti-social behaviour 35
Criminal damage and arson 20
Other theft 16
Shoplifting 15
Vehicle crime 10
Other crime 5
Burglary 4
Public order 4
Bicycle theft 1
Drugs 1
Possession of weapons 1
Robbery 1
Theft from the person 1
Total incidents 159

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
Temple Grove Academy Primary 0.3 miles Good — 30 Oct 2019
Skinners' Kent Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Good — 18 Oct 2018
Skinners' Kent Academy Secondary 0.6 miles Good — 26 Jun 2023
St Matthew's High Brooms Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Requires improvement — 13 May 2024
St John's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Good — 29 Nov 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
1 Bed Flat, Allandale Road, TN2 £1,150/mo 1 0.19 miles OpenRent
Studio Flat, Oak House, TN2 £925/mo 1 0.27 miles OpenRent
1 Bed Flat, High Brooms, TN2 £1,150/mo 1 0.39 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,075/mo (3 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.61%
Max investor price (0.8%) £143,750
Target investor price (1%) £115,000
Gross yield 7.3%
Cost-to-rent ratio 13.8×
Monthly cashflow £262/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 5.7%
  • 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).