# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (NN15 6QN) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 9 THORNTON AVENUE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE NN15 6QN | | Price | £269,900 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Last sold | £260,000 Apr 2026 | ## Description Nestled in the highly sought-after area of Barton Seagrave, this delightful three-bedroom semi-detached home is offered to the market with no onward chain, making it a perfect option for a smooth and stress-free move. A welcoming entrance hall sets the tone for the warm and modern feel throughout, accompanied by a handy downstairs WC. The inviting lounge provides a cosy space to unwind, while the impressive kitchen/diner offers the ideal hub of the home. Stylishly designed with plenty of room for family meals and entertaining, it benefits from elegant French doors that open out onto the rear garden, flooding the room with natural light. Upstairs, the property enjoys two double bedrooms and a well-proportioned single, perfect for a child's room, guest space, or home office. The master bedroom boasts its own private ensuite, while a modern family bathroom serves the remaining rooms. Outside, the home continues to impress with a larger-than-average landscaped garden, beautifully laid out to provide a private and versatile outdoor retreat, ideal for summer gatherings, gardening enthusiasts, or simply relaxing in the sunshine. The property also benefits from off-road parking. A wonderfully welcoming home in a desirable location, ready and waiting for its next chapter. Early viewing is highly recommended. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142096) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142098) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142100) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142106) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142109) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142113) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142115) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142117) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142119) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142120) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142121) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142122) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142123) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142124) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142125) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142126) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142127) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142128) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142129) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142130) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142131) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142132) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142133) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142134) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/169902167/1142135) ## Floorplans - ![FLOOR PLAN](/listings/photos/169902167/1142136) - FLOOR PLAN ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC](/listings/photos/169902167/1142137) - EPC ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 9 THORNTON AVENUE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6QN | £260,000 | 17/04/2026 | Semi-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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 18 THORNTON AVENUE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6QN | £278,000 | 30/10/2025 | Semi-detached | | 4 ROBIN CLOSE, BARTON SEAGRAVE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6SE | £240,000 | 06/10/2023 | Semi-detached | | 7 SPEIGHT CRESCENT, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6PL | £225,639 | 09/08/2023 | Semi-detached | | 3 BOND CLOSE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6SQ | £252,950 | 09/08/2023 | Semi-detached | | 1 SPEIGHT CRESCENT, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6PL | £275,000 | 23/06/2023 | Semi-detached | | 29 SPEIGHT CRESCENT, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6PL | £231,000 | 15/02/2023 | Semi-detached | | 62 THORNTON AVENUE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6QN | £272,000 | 22/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 6 CHALKLEYS LANE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6PW | £244,950 | 21/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 60 THORNTON AVENUE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6QN | £265,000 | 20/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 53 SPEIGHT CRESCENT, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6PL | £270,000 | 24/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 7 HANWOOD PARK AVENUE, BARTON SEAGRAVE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6FS | £279,950 | 11/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 4 CHALKLEYS LANE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6PW | £274,950 | 06/10/2022 | Semi-detached | | 2 CHALKLEYS LANE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6PW | £274,950 | 30/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 8 CHALKLEYS LANE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6PW | £234,950 | 30/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 10 CHALKLEYS LANE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6PW | £261,900 | 31/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 12 CHALKLEYS LANE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6PW | £261,900 | 31/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 111 HANWOOD PARK AVENUE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6YF | £299,950 | 19/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 37 SPEIGHT CRESCENT, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6PL | £270,000 | 28/07/2022 | Semi-detached | | 11 SPEIGHT CRESCENT, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6PL | £228,000 | 22/07/2022 | Semi-detached | | 113 HANWOOD PARK AVENUE, KETTERING, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN15 6YF | £299,950 | 30/06/2022 | Semi-detached | **Area average:** £262,052 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £260,241 (69 Semi-detached, NN15, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +3.7% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (North Northamptonshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £886/mo - **Realistic:** £984/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,082/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Northants Central (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £793/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 Semi-Detached House, Manningham Lane, NN15 | £1,300/mo | 3 | 0.05 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Manningham Lane, NN15 | £1,300/mo | 3 | 0.05 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Philips Field Close, NN15 | £1,400/mo | 3 | 0.07 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Maisonette, Belvoir Drive, NN15 | £795/mo | 3 | 0.37 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Gotch Road, NN15 | £1,250/mo | 3 | 0.65 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Detached House, Richmond Avenue, NN15 | £1,275/mo | 3 | 0.91 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, St Matthews Road, NN15 | £1,250/mo | 3 | 0.99 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Detached House, St. Johns Road, NN15 | £1,225/mo | 3 | 0.99 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, St Anthonys Road, NN15 | £1,250/mo | 3 | 1.09 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,227/mo (9 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.46% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £156,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £125,000 *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 £1,250/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 5.6% - **Cost-to-rent:** 18× - **Monthly cashflow:** £37/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 0.6% *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).* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 5.2% - **10y growth:** 43.5% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for North Northamptonshire; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 3.2% - **5y growth (index):** 18.4% - **10y growth (index):** 53.9% ## 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)