42 THE FORGE
TRURO, CARNON DOWNS, CORNWALL TR3 6JP
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
114 m²
Last sold
£295,000 Oct 2015
Local average
£606,422 (-48.9%)
Deprivation
Decile 7 (21,735 of 33,755)
Street crime
5 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- 4 bedrooms
- Detached house
- Single garage
- With Land garden
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
The Accommodation Comprises:
UPVC double glazed entrance door leading into the hallway.
Hallway:
Oak flooring, radiator, stairs rise to the first floor accommodation and door to lounge/dining room.
Lounge/Dining Room:
7.44m (24ft 5in) x 3.63m (11ft 11in)
Lounge Area - With double glazed leaded light window overlooking the front aspect, radiator, Adam style fireplace having a living flame gas coal effect fire with marble effect surround and hearth and coved ceiling. Dining Area - Double glazed leaded light twin doors opening out onto the substantial sized decking area for one to take in the delightful West facing views over Bissoe Valley, coved ceiling, radiator and door to kitchen.
Lounge/Dining Room2
Kitchen:
4.14m (13ft 7in) x 3.66m (12ft 0in)
Newly fitted, stylish 'wow' kitchen with wall and base units having soft close feature with a one and half bowl stainless steel sink unit, integrated fridge, plumbing for dishwasher, breakfast bar, wall units, gas hob with electric oven beneath and stainless steel and glass extractor canopy above. Feature tiled splash backs, coved ceiling, radiator, ceramic tiled flooring, door giving access to the side of the property, door into the garage and door with blackboard leading to the understairs storage cupboard.
Kitchen2
First Floor Accommodation
Landing:
Doors to all bedrooms, bathroom, airing cupboard with radiator and loft access.
Bedroom 1:
4.65m (15ft 3in) x 3.71m (12ft 2in)
Double glazed leaded light window overlooking the front aspect, radiator, 'his and her' built in wardrobes, two wall lights, coved ceiling and door to the en-suite shower room.
Bedroom 1b
En-Suite Shower Room:
1.96m (6ft 5in) x 1.75m (5ft 9in)
Double glazed stained glass window overlooking the side, curved glass walk in double shower cubicle, low level WC, wash hand basin with light over, expelair, radiator, coved ceiling, ceramic tiled flooring and expelair.
Bedroom 2:
3.63m (11ft 11in) x 2.62m (8ft 7in)
Double glazed stained glass window overlooking the front aspect, coved ceiling and radiator.
Bedroom 3:
3.56m (11ft 8in) x 2.62m (8ft 7in)
Double glazed stained glass window overlooking the rear having stunning West facing views over Bissoe Valley, radiator, coved ceiling and twin doors to built in wardrobes.
Bedroom 4:
2.67m (8ft 9in) x 2.62m (8ft 7in)
Double glazed stained glass window overlooking the rear again benefiting from West facing views over Bissoe Valley, radiator, coved ceiling and twin doors to built in wardrobes.
Bathroom:
2.59m (8ft 6in) x 1.98m (6ft 6in)
Panelled bath, wash hand basin with light above, low level WC, double glazed stained glass window overlooking the side, ceramic tiled flooring with matching part tiled walling, coved ceiling and expelair.
Garage:
5.16m (16ft 11in) x 2.62m (8ft 7in)
Metal up and over entrance door, light and power connected, gas boiler serving the domestic hot water and radiator workbench and personal door and step up to the kitchen.
Outside:
The front has a driveway creating parking for two cars and in turn leads to the garage. The front garden is lawned with flower beds and pedestrian access to the side leading to the rear garden. The rear garden has a substantial sized decking area with balustrade for one to enjoy and take in the stunning West facing views over Bissoe Valley. The garden is mainly laid to lawn and is well fenced creating privacy.
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Outside3
Outside4
Directions:
From Truro proceed along the A30 towards Falmouth. Go over the roundabout at Playing Place plus the second roundabout and continue along the main road. At the next main roundabout turn right following the signs to Carnon Downs and turn immediately left. Take the first right into The Forge and the property can be clearly seen on the left hand side identified by our for sale sign.
Listed by
Devoran
KPS Lettings Ltd
Reference: 48299765
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Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #2665789
Property Details
Street: 42 The Forge
Town: Carnon Downs
Postcode: TR3 6JP
Installation Details
Items: 1 door
Certificate Issued: 02/05/2005
Work Completed: 07/04/2005
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #11611423
Property Details
Street: 42 The Forge
Town: Carnon Downs
Postcode: TR3 6JP
Installation Details
Items: 9 windows and 2 doors
Certificate Issued: 09/05/2016
Work Completed: 15/04/2016
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 29/10/2015 (10 years ago) | £295,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| REDUIRE, 3 WOON LANE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6LR | £425,000 | 16/12/2025 | Detached |
| Same street 24 THE FORGE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6JP | £440,000 | 08/12/2025 | Detached |
| 9 FORTH NOWETH, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6LU | £340,000 | 05/12/2025 | Detached |
| Same street 15 THE FORGE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6JP | £420,000 | 15/05/2025 | Detached |
| Same street 41 THE FORGE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6JP | £387,500 | 05/08/2024 | Detached |
| Same street 12 THE FORGE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6JP | £407,500 | 29/02/2024 | Detached |
| 4 MANSE ROAD, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6JE | £585,000 | 24/11/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 40 THE FORGE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6JP | £335,000 | 07/11/2023 | Detached |
| 10 PARK AN GWARRY, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6XB | £390,000 | 16/10/2023 | Detached |
| CHYLIDN VALLEY LANE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6LP | £657,500 | 29/09/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 21 THE FORGE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6JP | £419,000 | 06/09/2023 | Detached |
| 11 PENGELLY CLOSE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6FP | £375,000 | 13/01/2023 | Detached |
| 15 PARK AN GWARRY, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6XB | £430,000 | 21/12/2022 | Detached |
| CHY VEAN, 19A FORTH NOWETH, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6LU | £390,000 | 18/10/2022 | Detached |
| BROADWAY COTTAGE TREGYE ROAD, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6JQ | £651,000 | 30/09/2022 | Detached |
| ROSECROFT QUENCHWELL ROAD, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6JF | £497,500 | 17/08/2022 | Detached |
| PENBREA, 18 PARK VIEW CLOSE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6JL | £450,000 | 17/08/2022 | Detached |
| WESTVIEW FORTH COTH, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6JY | £555,000 | 27/07/2022 | Detached |
| WINDRIDGE FORTH COTH, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6HH | £220,000 | 09/06/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 38 THE FORGE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6JP | £540,000 | 12/04/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 41 THE FORGE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6JP | £386,500 | 07/01/2022 | Detached |
| 4 FIR GROVE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6HQ | £500,000 | 22/12/2021 | Detached |
| 2 WOON LANE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6LR | £350,000 | 12/11/2021 | Detached |
| Same street 24 THE FORGE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6JP | £450,000 | 29/10/2021 | Detached |
| REDUIRE, 3 WOON LANE, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6LR | £350,000 | 24/09/2021 | Detached |
| WINDRIDGE FORTH COTH, CARNON DOWNS, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR3 6HH | £220,000 | 19/08/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £420,611 (9 sales)
Area average: £434,471 (17 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): Cornwall. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cornwall. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cornwall.
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | The Forge | 0.0 miles |
| Bus stop | Bus Shelter | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Carnon Downs Garden Centre | 0.3 miles |
| Shop | Chyreen Fruit Farm | 0.3 miles |
| Train station | Perranwell | 1.4 miles |
| University | Peninsula Dental School | 2.8 miles |
| University | Knowledge Spa | 2.8 miles |
| Train station | Truro | 2.9 miles |
| Hospital | Pendragon Buildings | 2.9 miles |
| Hospital | Royal Cornwall Hospital | 3.0 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 2 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 5 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Devoran School | Primary | 0.9 miles | Good — 9 Nov 2023 |
| Kea Community Primary School | Primary | 1.6 miles | Good — 18 Mar 2019 |
| Perran-Ar-Worthal Community Primary School | Primary | 2.0 miles | Good — 24 Oct 2012 |
| Cusgarne Primary School | Primary | 2.5 miles | Good — 20 Mar 2014 |
| Truro High School | Other | 2.6 miles | — (No rating) |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
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- 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).