# 3 bedroom detached bungalow for sale (EX32 8QN) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 5 KESTREL WAY, BARNSTAPLE, DEVON EX32 8QN | | Price | £450,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1983-1990 | | Floor area | 121 m² | | Last sold | £465,000 May 2023 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 10/11/2032 - **Current heating cost:** £595/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £10,500 ### Recommendations - W1 (£800 - £1,200) - 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/6915-5012-5002-0299-4192) ## Description This spot is second to none! Perched in a sizeable corner plot within a private cul-de-sac of three impressive Bungalows, this not only offers peace and privacy while still being conveniently close to local schools and a bus route, but the driveway and double garage creates plenty of off road parking and scope for a workshop with the double garage. The tree-lined streets and local woodland make for some lovely walks, and the nearby green space is perfect for picnics or outdoor games with the kids. No need to worry about noisy neighbours or busy traffic here - this is the idyllic suburbia you've been searching for. So what are you waiting for? Come see Kestrel Way for yourself and fall in love with your new detached bungalow. Turning into the sought after residential cul-de-sac you will find number 5 on the far left hand side boasting an immaculate front elevation, driveway and turning circle in front of the double garage. Stepping over the threshold through the sliding double glazed door and into the porch you will find space to kick off your shoes before heading into this fabulous home. The main hallway is home to handy storage cupboards and gives access into all of the living rooms and bedrooms. The lounge diner overlooks the front elevation through the box window and enjoys ample floorspace for a sofa set and arm chair in-front of the gas fire with surround, making for a wonderful space to catch up with friends and family before heading into the dining area for an evening meal. The dining room which could easily accommodate a large dining table with 6 chairs alongside freestanding storage units and sliding doors into the conservatory. Located in the centre of this home and being the 'hub' you will find the modern and extended kitchen overlooking the rear garden. This room boasts plenty of worktop space soft close matching wall and base units and breakfast bar alongside a number of built in appliances such as; induction hob, dishwasher, fridge freezer and eye level oven. The kitchen sink benefits from private and far reaching views into your rear garden, making for a perfect place to wash up the dishes and enjoy the view. The utility and conservatory are accessed from the kitchen and both give easy access into the rear garden. The utility benefits from space and plumbing for white goods. The conservatory is an ideal room to sit and watch the world go by of an afternoon with block built construction and pitched roof with Velux window, you can enjoy this room all year round. Bedrooms 2 & 3 are located to the rear of this detached bungalow and have built in storage and ample floor space for a double bed, side tables and additional freestanding storage units if needed. The master bedroom not only has one of the biggest ensuite shower rooms on the market at the moment but has been updated to a high standard over the last couple of years, this room currently occupies a king size bed, side tables, built in wardrobes and dressing table. The ensuite itself benefits from a large corner shower, heated towel rail, storage cupboard, low level WC and wash hand basin. Rounding off the internal rooms the handy WC is found from the main hallway and to the far side of the property you will find the main bathroom. This room is a great size and easily accommodates a 3 piece white suite; low level WC, bath tub and wash hand basin set into a handy vanity unit. This room also stays bright and airy due to the UPVC double glased obscure window to the side elevation, this room also benefits from even more build in storage for those items you would rather keep out of sight and out of mind. Step outside and you will soon come to the realisation that this is the perfect property! The gardens are guaranteed to impress! You'll be enchanted by the perfectly landscaped lawned areas and mature shrubs, complete with a charming summer house with electric and pond. And if you need some extra storage or workspace, there's even a workshop shed tucked away in the corner. In short, this corner plot with double garage and huge garden has it all - don't miss your chance to call this new property "our home"! Additional Information: **Council Tax: ** Band D **Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) Rating:** Band C (69-80) **Marketed by EweMove Sales & Lettings (Bideford) - Property Reference 49656** ## Property Photos - ![View of Property at Front](/listings/photos/131299973/399160) - View of Property at Front - ![Garden at Back](/listings/photos/131299973/399161) - Garden at Back - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/131299973/399162) - Kitchen - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/131299973/399163) - Kitchen - ![Living Room](/listings/photos/131299973/399164) - Living Room - ![Dining Room](/listings/photos/131299973/399165) - Dining Room - ![Garden at Back](/listings/photos/131299973/399166) - Garden at Back - ![Bedroom 1 (Double with Ensuite)](/listings/photos/131299973/399167) - Bedroom 1 (Double with Ensuite) - ![Ensuite to Bed 1](/listings/photos/131299973/399168) - Ensuite to Bed 1 - ![Bedroom 2 (Double)](/listings/photos/131299973/399169) - Bedroom 2 (Double) - ![Bedroom 3 (Double)](/listings/photos/131299973/399170) - Bedroom 3 (Double) - ![Bathroom 1](/listings/photos/131299973/399171) - Bathroom 1 - ![Conservatory](/listings/photos/131299973/399172) - Conservatory - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/131299973/399173) - Kitchen - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/131299973/399174) - Kitchen - ![Utility](/listings/photos/131299973/399176) - Utility - ![Garden at Back](/listings/photos/131299973/399178) - Garden at Back - ![Garden at Back](/listings/photos/131299973/399180) - Garden at Back - ![Garden at Back](/listings/photos/131299973/399182) - Garden at Back - ![Garden at Side](/listings/photos/131299973/399184) - Garden at Side - ![Summer House](/listings/photos/131299973/399186) - Summer House - ![View of Property at Back](/listings/photos/131299973/399188) - View of Property at Back - ![View of Property at Back](/listings/photos/131299973/399191) - View of Property at Back ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 3D](/listings/photos/131299973/399193) - Floorplan 3D - ![Floorplan 2D](/listings/photos/131299973/399194) - Floorplan 2D ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC](/listings/photos/131299973/399196) - EPC ## FENSA Certificates This property has 4 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #9822435 - **Address:** 5 Kestrel Way, Barnstaple, EX32 8QN - **Certificate Issued:** 30/09/2013 - **Work Completed:** 19/09/2013 - **Items:** 1 window(s) ### FENSA Certificate #6985241 - **Address:** 5 Kestrel Way, Barnstaple, EX32 8QN - **Certificate Issued:** 26/11/2009 - **Work Completed:** 02/11/2009 - **Items:** 4 window(s), 1 door(s) ### FENSA Certificate #4556575 - **Address:** 5 Kestrel Way, Barnstaple, EX32 8QN - **Certificate Issued:** 19/03/2007 - **Work Completed:** 12/05/2005 - **Items:** 1 door(s) ### FENSA Certificate #1795494 - **Address:** 5 Kestrel Way, Barnstaple, EX32 8QN - **Certificate Issued:** 21/06/2004 - **Work Completed:** 14/05/2004 - **Items:** 4 window(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 5 KESTREL WAY, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QN | £465,000 | 12/05/2023 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 14 CLOVER WAY, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8RD | £297,500 | 08/12/2025 | Detached | | [Same street] 11 KESTREL WAY, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QN | £395,000 | 27/09/2024 | Detached | | 21 FOXGLOVE CLOSE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8RE | £320,000 | 24/11/2023 | Detached | | 7 HERON COURT, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QR | £330,000 | 24/11/2023 | Detached | | 17 KINGFISHER DRIVE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QW | £365,000 | 24/11/2022 | Detached | | 9 SWALLOW CLOSE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QP | £395,000 | 27/10/2022 | Detached | | 12 PRIMROSE AVENUE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8RG | £335,000 | 14/10/2022 | Detached | | TRENANCE 1 WESTACOTT, GOODLEIGH, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 7NF | £260,000 | 07/10/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 9 KESTREL WAY, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QN | £407,200 | 08/08/2022 | Detached | | 16 SWALLOW CLOSE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QP | £355,000 | 09/03/2022 | Detached | | 6 LARKSPUR GARDENS, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8RA | £325,000 | 21/01/2022 | Detached | | 1 KINGFISHER DRIVE, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QW | £305,000 | 20/01/2022 | Detached | | 3 HERON COURT, BARNSTAPLE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON, EX32 8QR | £395,000 | 14/01/2022 | Detached | **Street average:** £401,100 (2 sales) **Area average:** £334,773 (11 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £368,715 (17 Detached, EX32, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +22% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (North Devon). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £761/mo - **Realistic:** £845/mo - **Optimistic:** £930/mo ## 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 Bungalow, Goodleigh Road, EX32 | £1,450/mo | 3 | 0.41 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,450/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.32% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £181,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £145,000 *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 OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,450/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 3.9% - **Cost-to-rent:** 25.9× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-492/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -4.5% *Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − 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).* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £3,719/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -8.3% - **10y growth:** 20.1% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for North Devon; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -3.2% - **5y growth (index):** 13.9% - **10y growth (index):** 31.4% ## 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)