Shetland Drive
Watton, Thetford, IP25 6YW
£240,000
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Council tax band
DELETED
Last sold
£225,000
Local average
£222,288 (+8%)
Deprivation
Decile 2 (5,951 of 33,755)
Street crime
23 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Two bedroom semi-detached house
- Built by the well-renowned local builder Abel Homes
- Remainder of NHBC guarantee
- Air source central heating
- UPVC triple glazed windows
- Garage & Driveway
- Fully enclosed rear garden
- Located in the market town of Watton
Additional details
- Parking
- Garage
- Garden
- Back garden
Description
> > ENERGY EFFICIENT! A two bedroom semi-detached house, located within a recent development in the market town of Watton. Boasting solar panels, triple glazed windows, air-source central heating, driveway and garage, this property makes for a perfect first time buy!
DESCRIPTION
William H Brown proudly present this fabulous two bedroom semi-detached family home, located in the Rokeles Green development built by the well-renowned local builder Abel Homes in 2022. Boasting the remainder of the 10 year NHBC guarantee, this energy-efficient home benefits from solar panels, triple glazed windows, air-source central heating, plenty of insulation and fibre broadband to the property.
In brief, the spacious accommodation comprises entrance hall, ground-floor cloakroom w.c, lounge/diner, kitchen. This is complemented by the first floor accommodation comprising landing, two spacious bedrooms and a family bathroom.
Coupled with the accommodation, the property also benefits from the aforementioned air-source central heating, UPVC triple glazed windows, solar panels, generous rear garden, driveway and garage.
Appealing to an assortment of buyers, this property is sure to be popular! Enquire with the office now to arrange your early and internal inspection!
The Accommodation
Composite external entrance door opening to:
Entrance Hall
Tiled flooring, under-floor heating, staircase rising to first floor accommodation.
Cloakroom W.C
Suite comprising low level w.c, hand wash basin, tiled flooring, under floor heating.
Lounge 15' 8" x 13' ( 4.78m x 3.96m )
Carpet flooring, under-floor heating, UPVC triple glazed windows to rear aspect, french doors opening to rear aspect.
Kitchen 12' 9" x 7' 9" ( 3.89m x 2.36m )
A comprehensive range of wall and floor mounted fitted kitchen units with work surfaces over, plumbing for washing machine, integrated dishwasher, integrated fridge/freezer, hob with extractor over, under-floor heating, UPVC triple glazed window to front aspect.
Landing
Carpet flooring, radiator, loft hatch access.
Bedroom 1 10' 8" x 9' 3" ( 3.25m x 2.82m )
Carpet flooring, radiator, UPVC triple glazed window to rear aspect.
Ensuite
Suite comprising low level w.c, hand wash basin, shower cubicle, heated towel rail, UPVC triple glazed obscured window to rear aspect.
Bedroom 2 11' 11" x 8' 4" ( 3.63m x 2.54m )
Carpet flooring, radiator, UPVC triple glazed window to front aspect.
Bathroom
Suite comprising low level w.c, hand wash basin, panel bath with shower fixture over, heated towel rail, UPVC triple glazed window to side aspect.
Outside
To the front of the property there is a brick weave pathway to the front door, a brick weave and a shingle driveway leading to the garage which has an electric up and over front door, power, light and a door to the side to the rear garden. To the rear of the property there is a lawned garden with patio.
Location
Watton has a range of amenities including a post office, supermarket, chemist, infant, junior and secondary schools. There is a weekly market with lots to offer. For golf enthusiasts, Richmond Park Golf Club has an 18-hole course, driving range and practice green. Furthermore, there is a sports centre which offers a fitness suite, all weather courts, badminton, squash and snooker facilities. Watton is surrounded by beautiful Norfolk countryside and woodlands including Thetford Forest and Wayland Wood.
The City of Norwich is approx. a 30 minute drive away providing a further wide range of shopping and leisure activities. The picturesque Norfolk coastal area can also be reached in under an hour
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.
Listed by
Watton
Sequence (UK) Limited - Connells
Reference: 153981092
EPC ratings on this postcode
We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.
| Address | Current | Potential | Floor area | Age band | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Shetland Drive, WATTON | 98 | 99 | 126 m² | — | Detached |
| 10 Shetland Drive, WATTON | 97 | 98 | 126 m² | — | Detached |
| 11 Shetland Drive, WATTON | 97 | 99 | 77 m² | — | Detached |
| 13 Shetland Drive, WATTON | 97 | 99 | 77 m² | — | Detached |
| 15 Shetland Drive, WATTON | 97 | 99 | 77 m² | — | Detached |
| 17 Shetland Drive, WATTON | 99 | 100 | 77 m² | — | Detached |
| 19 Shetland Drive, WATTON | 97 | 99 | 77 m² | — | Detached |
| 2 Shetland Drive, WATTON | 97 | 98 | 124 m² | — | Detached |
| 21 Shetland Drive, WATTON | 101 | 102 | 94 m² | — | Detached |
| 23 Shetland Drive, WATTON | 102 | 103 | 94 m² | — | Detached |
| 3 Shetland Drive, WATTON | 98 | 99 | 124 m² | — | Detached |
| 4 Shetland Drive, WATTON | 99 | 101 | 87 m² | — | Detached |
| 5 Shetland Drive, WATTON | 101 | 103 | 87 m² | — | Detached |
| 6 Shetland Drive, WATTON | 99 | 101 | 87 m² | — | Detached |
| 7 Shetland Drive, WATTON | 101 | 103 | 87 m² | — | Detached |
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 01/01/2022 (4 years ago) | £225,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 PADDOCK CLOSE, WATTON, THETFORD, NORTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, IP25 6YD | £206,500 | 05/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 2 SHETLAND DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YW | £380,000 | 01/12/2023 | Detached |
| 6 THE GALLOPS, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YL | £232,000 | 06/10/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 7 AKROTIRI SQUARE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6HY | £180,000 | 19/09/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 13 SADDLERS DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YA | £245,000 | 04/08/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 29 AKROTIRI SQUARE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6HY | £180,000 | 31/07/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 11 SADDLERS DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YA | £285,000 | 07/07/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 26 AKROTIRI SQUARE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6HZ | £220,000 | 16/06/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 3 FARRIER ROAD, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YE | £272,000 | 14/06/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 73 AKROTIRI SQUARE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6HZ | £184,000 | 12/05/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 264 LOVELL GARDENS, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6TU | £160,000 | 03/02/2023 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 23 SHETLAND DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YW | £315,000 | 09/12/2022 | Detached |
| 16 AKROTIRI SQUARE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6HY | £190,000 | 09/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 21 SHETLAND DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YW | £320,000 | 01/12/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 7 SHETLAND DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YW | £257,500 | 11/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 1 SHETLAND DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YW | £350,000 | 08/11/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 11 SHETLAND DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YW | £222,500 | 19/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 17 SHETLAND DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YW | £222,500 | 07/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 9 SHETLAND DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YW | £222,500 | 04/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 3 SHETLAND DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YW | £365,000 | 30/09/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 5 SHETLAND DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YW | £257,500 | 29/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 6 SHETLAND DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YW | £260,000 | 05/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 19 SHETLAND DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YW | £217,500 | 02/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 65 WASHINGTON DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6GY | £210,000 | 02/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 15 SHETLAND DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YW | £225,000 | 18/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 6 HORSESHOE CLOSE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YF | £240,000 | 17/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 13 SHETLAND DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YW | £225,000 | 09/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 4 SHETLAND DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YW | £260,000 | 02/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 235 LOVELL GARDENS, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6TU | £120,000 | 16/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 35 WASHINGTON DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6GY | £147,000 | 07/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 3 PADDOCK CLOSE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YD | £195,000 | 12/11/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 26 AKROTIRI SQUARE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6HZ | £190,000 | 07/10/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 28 WASHINGTON DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6GY | £212,000 | 22/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 13 SADDLERS DRIVE, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YA | £210,000 | 21/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 8 SHIRE HORSE WAY, WATTON, THETFORD, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK, IP25 6YB | £355,000 | 27/08/2021 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £273,333 (15 sales)
Area average: £211,675 (20 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): Breckland. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Breckland. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Breckland.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Central Norfolk & Norwich: £693/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Watton, Breckland District, Norfolk, England, IP25 6YW, United Kingdom
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shop | AK Reptiles & Aquatics Ltd | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Portal Avenue, adj | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Portal Avenue, opp | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Top to Toe | 1.0 miles |
| Train station | Yaxham | 7.2 miles |
| Train station | Thuxton | 7.2 miles |
| Hospital | Dereham Hospital | 9.1 miles |
| Hospital | Ogden Court Community Hospital | 11.0 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 14 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 3 |
| Other theft | 2 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Possession of weapons | 1 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Shoplifting | 1 |
| Total incidents | 23 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery | Primary | 1.2 miles | Good — 3 Nov 2019 |
| Wayland Academy | Secondary | 1.2 miles | Good — 25 Sep 2023 |
| Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School | Primary | 1.4 miles | Good — 12 Mar 2020 |
| Watton Junior School | Primary | 1.4 miles | Inadequate — 1 Oct 2019 |
| Caston Church of England Primary Academy | Primary | 2.1 miles | Good — 16 Oct 2023 |
Rental Comparables
Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 2-bedroom count for this property.
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.
- 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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