# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (RG22 4QF) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 14 RYCROFT MEADOW, BASINGSTOKE, BEGGARWOOD, HAMPSHIRE RG22 4QF | | Price | £385,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | D | | Last sold | £375,000 Jan 2026 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 06/03/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £484/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/8235-7427-4400-0043-7206) ## Description Stylish & Spacious Family Living in the Heart of Beggarwood. We’re excited to present this well maintained three-bedroom semi-detached home, ideally positioned in the ever-popular and family-friendly community of Beggarwood. Offering the perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality, this home is designed for modern family life—and we’re ready to welcome its next owners! From the moment you step inside, this property impresses with well-proportioned spaces that feel instantly welcoming. The entrance hallway flows through to a bright and airy south-facing living and dining area. Adjacent to this space is a contemporary well appointed kitchen featuring a breakfast bar, creating a sociable hub at the heart of the home. Upstairs, the home continues to impress with three good sized bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from its own ensuite. The additional bedrooms are ideal for children, guests, or working from home, while the modern family bathroom is both stylish and functional. Step outside and discover a real gem—a southerly facing garden that stretches over 50 feet in length, offering one of the larger plots for the area. For those who love the outdoors, the location is ideal—just a few minutes’ walk to the surrounding countryside and nearby woodlands to the south, or the popular Beggarwood Park perfect for family walks, and dog runs. There’s also plenty of scope to make this home your own. Many similar homes in the area have extended to the rear with garden rooms or added a bedroom in the loft (subject to planning permission), so the opportunity to expand is very much on the table. Practical touches have been thoughtfully considered, with a downstairs WC, a garage to the side, and driveway parking for one to two vehicles, plus ample on-street parking with dropped curbs, offering convenience for families and visiting guests alike. Modern comforts are well covered too. A new boiler was installed in 2023 and still holds over eight years of warranty, offering excellent energy efficiency and peace of mind. The property also benefits from superfast fibre broadband, making it ideal for remote working, online learning, or simply keeping up with modern digital demands. Families will appreciate the excellent school catchments, with St. Mark’s Primary, Hatch Warren Infant and Junior Schools, and Brighton Hill Secondary School all rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted and within easy reach. The local community offers everything you need within walking distance, including a doctor’s surgery, dentist, pharmacy, convenience store, day nursery, the Holly Blue pub and restaurant, and a friendly local café. For commuters, the location is just as convenient, with easy access to the M3, regular bus services into Basingstoke town centre, and fast trains from Basingstoke Station reaching London Waterloo in under an hour. This is more than just a house—it’s a loved and cared-for home in a welcoming community, ready for its next chapter. Whether you’re searching for your forever family home, relocating, or simply ready to upsize, this property offers style, space, and superb value in one of Basingstoke’s most desirable neighbourhoods. Get in touch today to arrange a viewing—we can’t wait to show you around! Intending purchasers will be asked to provide identification documentation in line with Money Laundering Regulations. The information provided does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract and should not be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify the accuracy of the details, and solicitors should confirm fixtures and fittings, as well as planning and building regulation consents for any extensions or conversions. All dimensions are approximate and for guidance only. Floor plans are not to scale and cannot be confirmed for accuracy. Reference to appliances and services does not imply they are in working order or fit for purpose. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 14 RYCROFT MEADOW, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4QF | £375,000 | 23/01/2026 | Semi-detached | | 14 RYCROFT MEADOW, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4QF | £205,000 | 26/08/2005 | Semi-detached | | 14 RYCROFT MEADOW, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4QF | £205,000 | 27/06/2003 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 71 OCEANA CRESCENT, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4FF | £415,000 | 16/01/2026 | Semi-detached | | 4 AURORA DRIVE, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4FH | £360,000 | 14/11/2025 | Semi-detached | | 3 AURORA DRIVE, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4FH | £463,000 | 24/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 4 BRONZE CLOSE, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4UF | £435,000 | 10/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | AKSHARDHAM, 1 ARCADIA CLOSE, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4AJ | £330,000 | 27/09/2023 | Semi-detached | | 95 FERNDOWN CLOSE, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4SF | £387,000 | 31/08/2023 | Semi-detached | | 16 FORFIELD DRIVE, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4FS | £345,000 | 14/04/2023 | Semi-detached | | 89 RYCROFT MEADOW, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4QE | £433,000 | 30/03/2023 | Semi-detached | | 54 BROADMERE ROAD, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4FP | £350,000 | 24/03/2023 | Semi-detached | | 20 AURORA DRIVE, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4FH | £360,000 | 02/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 35 FERNDOWN CLOSE, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4SE | £458,500 | 21/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 21 AURORA DRIVE, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4FH | £361,000 | 15/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 50 LONGWOOD COPSE LANE, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG23 7FD | £325,000 | 09/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 74 OCEANA CRESCENT, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4FE | £411,000 | 12/07/2022 | Semi-detached | | 93 FERNDOWN CLOSE, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4SF | £300,000 | 01/07/2022 | Semi-detached | | 1 AURORA DRIVE, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4FH | £350,000 | 17/06/2022 | Semi-detached | | 21 BRITANNIA DRIVE, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4FW | £390,000 | 09/05/2022 | Semi-detached | | 73 OCEANA CRESCENT, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4FF | £380,000 | 06/05/2022 | Semi-detached | | 97 OCEANA CRESCENT, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4FF | £380,000 | 26/04/2022 | Semi-detached | | 50 OCEANA CRESCENT, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4FE | £295,000 | 22/04/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 34 RYCROFT MEADOW, BEGGARWOOD, BASINGSTOKE, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4QF | £315,000 | 17/03/2022 | Terraced | **Street average:** £315,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £376,425 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £371,580 (25 Semi-detached, RG22, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +3.6% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Basingstoke and Deane). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,185/mo - **Realistic:** £1,317/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,449/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Basingstoke (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,147/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, Albatross Way, RG23 | £1,725/mo | 3 | 0.29 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Mathias Walk, RG22 | £1,550/mo | 3 | 1.21 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,638/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.43% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £204,750 - **Target investor price (1%):** £163,800 *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 £1,638/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 5.1% - **Cost-to-rent:** 19.6× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-67/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -0.7% *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:** £4,936/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 15.4% - **10y growth:** 31.5% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Basingstoke and Deane; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -2% - **5y growth (index):** 18% - **10y growth (index):** 29.9% ## 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)