Swan Place
Woodgate, LE3 5BW
£325,000
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Council tax band
C
Last sold
£299,995
Local average
£189,233 (+71.7%)
Street crime
1508 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)
Key features
- Double Driveway
- En-Suite, Family Bathroom and W/C
- Lounge
- Open Plan Kitchen/Dining/Living Area
- Residents And Visitors Permit Parking
- Three Bedrooms
- Walking Distance to City Centre, DMU & LRI
- Green Space Views
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
- Listed property
- No
- Restrictions
- No
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
Overlooking parkland to the front, the property enjoys an attractive open aspect and a double driveway providing off-road parking. To the rear, there is a fully slabbed, low-maintenance garden with stylish bi-fold doors creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living.
Internally, the accommodation is modern and thoughtfully laid out. The ground floor features a welcoming lounge and a contemporary open-plan kitchen diner complete with breakfast bar and a range of integrated appliances - ideal for both everyday family life and entertaining.
To the first floor are three well-proportioned bedrooms, including a superb principal bedroom benefitting from its own private balcony and en-suite shower room. A modern family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms.
This nearly new home combines modern design, energy efficiency, and a desirable outlook, making it ideal for first-time buyers, families, or investors alike.
Rooms and Measurements
GROUND FLOOR
Kitchen / Dining6.17m × 3.49m
Lounge 4.74m × 3.14m
WC 1.92m × 1.44m
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom One 3.33m × 3.11 m
En-suite 2.08m × 1.39m
Bedroom Two 3.49m × 2.93m
Bedroom Three 3.66 × 3.44 m
Bathroom 2.61m × 1.92 m
Location
Situated within the highly regarded Woodgate development, this property enjoys a modern residential setting surrounded by green open spaces and scenic parkland. The area is popular with families and professionals alike, offering a blend of contemporary housing, landscaped walkways, and a strong community feel. Woodgate benefits from convenient access to local amenities including shops, supermarkets, cafés and healthcare facilities, while reputable primary and secondary schools are within easy reach. Excellent transport links provide straightforward connections to surrounding towns and city centres, with major road networks and public transport options nearby, making it ideal for commuters. The development also features attractive green areas, play parks and pedestrian-friendly spaces, perfect for outdoor activities and family life. Combining a peaceful outlook with everyday convenience, Woodgate offers modern suburban living in a well-connected location.
Viewings and Directions
Strictly by appointment only through the agent Fraser Stretton.
Postcode for Sat Nav: LE3 5BW
Council Tax Band: C
Tenure: Freehold
Service charge £164.52 per year
Waterside Residents Management Company Limited
Listed by
Leicester
FRASER STRETTON LTD
Reference: 87641829
EPC ratings on this postcode
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| Address | Current | Potential | Floor area | Age band | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Swan Place, LEICESTER | 84 | 95 | 94 m² | — | Terraced |
| 10 Swan Place, Leicester | 85 | 96 | 94 m² | — | Terraced |
| 11 Swan Place, LEICESTER | 85 | 95 | 94 m² | — | Terraced |
| 12 Swan Place, Leicester | 85 | 96 | 94 m² | — | Terraced |
| 13 Swan Place, LEICESTER | 85 | 95 | 94 m² | — | Terraced |
| 14 Swan Place, Leicester | 85 | 96 | 94 m² | — | Terraced |
| 15 Swan Place, LEICESTER | 84 | 93 | 112 m² | — | Terraced |
| 16 Swan Place, Leicester | 82 | 91 | 121 m² | — | Terraced |
| 2 Swan Place, Leicester | 84 | 95 | 94 m² | — | Terraced |
| 3 Swan Place, LEICESTER | 85 | 95 | 94 m² | — | Terraced |
| 4 Swan Place, Leicester | 85 | 96 | 94 m² | — | Terraced |
| 5 Swan Place, LEICESTER | 85 | 95 | 94 m² | — | Terraced |
| 6 Swan Place, Leicester | 85 | 96 | 94 m² | — | Terraced |
| 7 Swan Place, LEICESTER | 85 | 96 | 94 m² | — | Terraced |
| 8 Swan Place, Leicester | 85 | 96 | 94 m² | — | Terraced |
Flood risk
Zone: 2
Risk: In flood risk area
Environment Agency Flood Risk Areas (APSFR)
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 26/10/2023 (2 years ago) | £299,995 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 SOAR LANE, LEICESTER, LE3 5DE | £280,000 | 20/12/2023 | Terraced |
| Same street 5 SWAN PLACE, LEICESTER, LE3 5BW | £303,495 | 27/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 42 SOAR LANE, LEICESTER, LE3 5DE | £280,000 | 27/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 36 SOAR LANE, LEICESTER, LE3 5DE | £345,000 | 29/09/2023 | Terraced |
| 9 GRAND UNION EMBANKMENT, LEICESTER, LE3 5BT | £380,000 | 30/06/2023 | Terraced |
| 3 GRAND UNION EMBANKMENT, LEICESTER, LE3 5BT | £410,000 | 30/06/2023 | Terraced |
| 46 SOAR LANE, LEICESTER, LE3 5DE | £285,000 | 24/02/2023 | Terraced |
| Same street 16 SWAN PLACE, LEICESTER, LE3 5BW | £339,995 | 28/10/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 14 SWAN PLACE, LEICESTER, LE3 5BW | £279,995 | 30/09/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 12 SWAN PLACE, LEICESTER, LE3 5BW | £279,995 | 30/09/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 10 SWAN PLACE, LEICESTER, LE3 5BW | £279,995 | 23/09/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 8 SWAN PLACE, LEICESTER, LE3 5BW | £279,995 | 12/09/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 6 SWAN PLACE, LEICESTER, LE3 5BW | £279,995 | 30/08/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 4 SWAN PLACE, LEICESTER, LE3 5BW | £279,995 | 29/07/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 2 SWAN PLACE, LEICESTER, LE3 5BW | £284,995 | 29/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 23 SOAR LANE, LEICESTER, LE3 5DE | £261,900 | 13/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 17 SOAR LANE, LEICESTER, LE3 5DE | £261,900 | 12/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 19 SOAR LANE, LEICESTER, LE3 5DE | £261,900 | 12/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 11 SOAR LANE, LEICESTER, LE3 5DE | £261,900 | 29/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 15 SOAR LANE, LEICESTER, LE3 5DE | £261,900 | 29/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 13 SOAR LANE, LEICESTER, LE3 5DE | £261,900 | 29/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 21 SOAR LANE, LEICESTER, LE3 5DE | £261,900 | 29/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 25 SOAR LANE, LEICESTER, LE3 5DE | £261,900 | 29/04/2022 | Terraced |
Street average: £289,828 (9 sales)
Area average: £291,086 (14 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Leicester. Series: Terraced. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Leicester. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
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 | Soar Lane | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Stayfree Music | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | JC Furniture Warehouse | 0.1 miles |
| Train station | Unknown | 0.4 miles |
| University | University of Leicester | 0.8 miles |
| Train station | Leicester | 1.0 miles |
| University | Unknown | 1.0 miles |
| Hospital | South Entrance | 1.8 miles |
| Hospital | Main Entrance | 1.8 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 469 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 198 |
| Public order | 183 |
| Shoplifting | 157 |
| Other theft | 120 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 88 |
| Drugs | 82 |
| Vehicle crime | 55 |
| Burglary | 38 |
| Theft from the person | 27 |
| Possession of weapons | 26 |
| Bicycle theft | 22 |
| Robbery | 22 |
| Other crime | 21 |
| Total incidents | 1508 |
Within 1 mile during Mar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slater Primary School | Primary | 0.2 miles | Requires improvement — 6 May 2024 |
| Castle Mead Academy | Secondary | 0.2 miles | Outstanding — 16 Nov 2023 |
| Brook Mead Academy | Secondary | 0.3 miles | Outstanding — 7 May 2024 |
| Fosse Mead Primary Academy | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 8 Sep 2024 |
| King Richard III Infant and Nursery School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Requires improvement — 9 Jun 2024 |
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Rent-driven metrics
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- 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).
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