# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (TA6 6FW) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 1 SIMMENTAL STREET, BRIDGWATER, NORTH PETHERTON, SOMERSET TA6 6FW | | Price | £289,950 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Construction age | England and Wales: 2007-2011 | | Floor area | 80 m² | | Last sold | £289,950 Aug 2025 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 07/10/2030 - **Current heating cost:** £305/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,500 ### Recommendations - 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/9390-2728-3000-2500-3015) ## Description A well presented and maintained 3 bedroom detached house situated on a pleasant corner plot with open outlook to the side over open space and play area, situated on the southern side of Bridgwater approximately 1 mile from the town centre. The property, which was built approximately 16 years ago by Bloor Homes Ltd, is constructed of cavity walling under a pitched, tiled, felted and insulated roof. The well proportioned accommodation briefly comprises; Entrance Hall, Cloakroom, Lounge and Kitchen/Diner, whilst to first floor are 3 Bedrooms, with en-suite Shower Room to the master bedroom, and a family Bathroom. The property benefits from gas fired central heating, UPVC double glazed windows and doors and all floor coverings included in the asking price. There is an enclosed rear garden with a Garage and driveway to the side of the house and when combined with the overall accommodation and location make it an ideal family property and as such early viewing is recommended to avoid disappointment. ACCOMMODATION ENTRANCE HALL Stairs to first floor. Radiator. Carpet. CLOAKROOM Low level WC. Pedestal wash hand basin. Radiator. Tiled splashback. Extractor fan.Vinolay flooring. LOUNGE 14’9” max into bay x 12’4” Feature bay window. Dual aspect window overlooking open area. 2 radiators. Carpet. TV aerial point. KITCHEN/DINER 19’1” x 9’0” Inset single drainer stainless steel sink unit with twin cupboard under. Roll top working surfaces with further cupboards and drawers under incorporating 4 ring gas hob with oven under, stainless steel extractor hood/canopy over. Stainless steel splashback. Comprehensive and complimentary range of matching wall cupboards. Plumbing for washing machine. Radiator. Tiled floor. UPVC double glazed French doors to garden. Large walk-in understairs storage room. FIRST FLOOR LANDING Hatch to roof space. Large built-in cupboard. Radiator. Carpet. BEDROOM 1 9’10” x 9’8” max. With mirror fronted triple wardrobes. Radiator. Carpet. Tel pt. TV pt. Door to: EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM Double width shower tray with electric shower over and sliding shower screen door. Pedestal wash hand basin. Low level WC. Shaver point. Radiator. BEDROOM 2 9’5” x 9’2” Radiator. Carpet. Telephone pt. BEDROOM 3 9’4” x 7’1” plus door recess. Radiator. Carpet. BATHROOM Panelled bath with shower mixer taps.Shower screen additional tiling to bath area. Pedestal wash hand basin.Radiator. Low level WC. Vinolay flooring OUTSIDE To the front of the property are slate chippings & small box hedging which extend to the side as well. A long Tarmac drive provides ample off road parking & leads to the single GARAGE with metal up and over door, power and light A Side gate leads to the enclosed rear garden. Astroturf. Paved patio. This garden enjoys a high degree of privacy. Viewing. By appointment with the vendors agents Messrs Charles Dickens, who will be pleased to make the necessary arrangements Services Mains electricity, water, drainage & gas. Energy Rating B 82 Council Tax Band C Broadband & Mobile Information available at checker.ofcom.org.co.uk ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/158784737/1349627) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/158784737/1349628) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/158784737/1349629) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/158784737/1349630) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/158784737/1349631) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/158784737/1349632) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/158784737/1349633) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/158784737/1349634) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/158784737/1349635) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/158784737/1349636) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/158784737/1349637) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/158784737/1349638) - Floorplan 1 ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 1 SIMMENTAL STREET, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SOMERSET, TA6 6FW | £289,950 | 26/08/2025 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | [Same street] 16 SIMMENTAL STREET, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SOMERSET, TA6 6FW | £202,500 | 10/10/2023 | Terraced | | 19 STOCKMOOR DRIVE, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SOMERSET, TA6 6AH | £300,000 | 21/06/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 23 SIMMENTAL STREET, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SOMERSET, TA6 6FW | £437,500 | 24/02/2023 | Detached | | 1 TOULOUSE ROAD, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6GN | £410,000 | 07/12/2022 | Detached | | 6 TOKARO CLOSE, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6XR | £420,000 | 27/10/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 15 SIMMENTAL STREET, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6FW | £235,000 | 07/10/2022 | Terraced | | 2 CHARBRAY ROAD, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6GF | £364,000 | 05/10/2022 | Detached | | 1 DEXTER WALK, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6FR | £345,000 | 19/08/2022 | Detached | | 11 ESPERIA DRIVE, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6XQ | £388,000 | 06/05/2022 | Detached | | 1 BRETON CLOSE, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6FY | £230,000 | 14/04/2022 | Detached | | 2 DEXTER WALK, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6FR | £260,000 | 23/02/2022 | Detached | | 1 HATTON COURT, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6GD | £249,950 | 21/12/2021 | Detached | | 21 STOCKMOOR DRIVE, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6AH | £370,000 | 17/12/2021 | Detached | | 23 STOCKMOOR DRIVE, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6AH | £389,950 | 14/12/2021 | Detached | | [Same street] 21 SIMMENTAL STREET, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6FW | £360,000 | 19/11/2021 | Detached | | [Same street] 17 SIMMENTAL STREET, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6FW | £218,000 | 28/10/2021 | Semi-detached | | 1 NAVARRIN CLOSE, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6XW | £270,000 | 21/09/2021 | Detached | | HUNTWORTH GATE COTTAGES 5 MARSH LANE, HUNTWORTH, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6LQ | £195,000 | 17/09/2021 | Detached | | 6 MERINO WAY, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6WH | £335,000 | 03/08/2021 | Detached | | 16 FAROE WALK, NORTH PETHERTON, BRIDGWATER, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA6 6FX | £275,000 | 02/08/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £290,600 (5 sales) **Area average:** £320,127 (15 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £351,414 (34 Detached, TA6, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -17.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (South West). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,111/mo - **Realistic:** £1,234/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,357/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Taunton & West Somerset (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £848/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, Huntworth, TA7 | £1,500/mo | 3 | 0.89 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,500/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.52% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £187,500 - **Target investor price (1%):** £150,000 *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 £1,500/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 6.2% - **Cost-to-rent:** 16.1× - **Monthly cashflow:** £183/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 2.6% *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:** £3,624/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 11.6% - **10y growth:** 16.7% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for South West; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.3% - **5y growth (index):** 14.5% - **10y growth (index):** 38.3% ## 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)