Sold STC Bungalow

7 PARK CLOSE

NORWICH, THURTON, NORFOLK NR14 6AU

3 beds 2 baths 1,701 sq ft Listed 3 Oct 2023 (-981d)

£375,000

Guide Price

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# 3 bedroom bungalow for sale (NR14 6AU)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 7 PARK CLOSE, NORWICH, THURTON, NORFOLK NR14 6AU |
| Price | £375,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | TBC |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1967-1975 |
| Floor area | 158 m² |
| Last sold | £375,000 Jan 2024 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Current heating cost:** £3,159/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £11,600

### Recommendations
- A3 (£1,500 - £2,700)
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- U (£3,500 - £5,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0300-2706-6260-2407-7751)

## Description

The sitting room measures around 20ft by 14ft and is flooded with natural light from the large bay window. Benefitting from a feature fireplace and offering space for all the family this impressive sitting room really is a must see. The contemporary kitchen diner is equally as impressive in size and enjoys views over the garden. A separate utility room is adjacent. The formal dining room offers a variety use and the expansive conservatory offers additional living space.

The principal bedroom is located on the ground floor and comes equipped with impressive built-in wardrobes. The luxury four-piece bathroom is in pristine condition and completes the accommodation found to the ground floor. On the first floor this property continues to impress. Two double bedrooms with built in wardrobes are found off the landing along with a modern shower room and access to the eave’s storage.

The enclosed rear garden enjoys a high level of privacy and has been beautifully landscaped. The sizeable terrace is perfect for outdoor entertaining, and the colourful raised borders create a tranquil escape from busy everyday life. The driveway has been cleverly designed to offer off-road parking for multiple vehicles and leads to a converted garage which has been used as a home office and currently a gym.

Positioned within easy reach to a reputable local school, a village pub and the A146 this property offers peaceful and convenient living. Internal inspection will be essential to appreciate the space and ready to move into condition. Offered with no onward chain.

## Property Photos

- ![Rear](/listings/photos/86340723/197398) - Rear
- ![Garden](/listings/photos/86340723/197399) - Garden
- ![Sitting Room](/listings/photos/86340723/197400) - Sitting Room
- ![Kitchen Diner](/listings/photos/86340723/197401) - Kitchen Diner
- ![Dining Area](/listings/photos/86340723/197402) - Dining Area
- ![Kitchen Diner](/listings/photos/86340723/197403) - Kitchen Diner
- ![Kitchen Diner](/listings/photos/86340723/197404) - Kitchen Diner
- ![Dining Room](/listings/photos/86340723/197405) - Dining Room
- ![Conservatory](/listings/photos/86340723/197406) - Conservatory
- ![Conservatory](/listings/photos/86340723/197407) - Conservatory
- ![Sitting Room](/listings/photos/86340723/197408) - Sitting Room
- ![Sitting Room](/listings/photos/86340723/197409) - Sitting Room
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/86340723/197410) - Bathroom
- ![Bedroom 1](/listings/photos/86340723/197411) - Bedroom 1
- ![Bedroom 1](/listings/photos/86340723/197412) - Bedroom 1
- ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/86340723/197413) - Bedroom 2
- ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/86340723/197414) - Bedroom 2
- ![Bedroom 3](/listings/photos/86340723/197415) - Bedroom 3
- ![Landing](/listings/photos/86340723/197416) - Landing
- ![Shower Room](/listings/photos/86340723/197417) - Shower Room
- ![Shower Room](/listings/photos/86340723/197418) - Shower Room
- ![Front](/listings/photos/86340723/197419) - Front

## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/86340723/197420) - Floorplan

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #636226
- **Address:** 7 Park Close, Thurton, NR14 6AU
- **Certificate Issued:** 27/04/2003
- **Work Completed:** 12/02/2003
- **Items:** 1 window(s)

### FENSA Certificate #14705646
- **Address:** 7 Park Close, Thurton, NR14 6AU
- **Certificate Issued:** 25/07/2021
- **Work Completed:** 20/04/2021
- **Items:** 6 window(s)

### FENSA Certificate #15138579
- **Address:** 7 Park Close, Thurton, NR14 6AU
- **Certificate Issued:** 13/04/2022
- **Work Completed:** 25/02/2022
- **Items:** 1 window(s)

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 7 PARK CLOSE, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AU | £375,000 | 05/01/2024 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 4 THE CRESCENT, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AS | £265,000 | 15/01/2026 | Detached |
| 19 ST GEORGES CLOSE, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AY | £265,000 | 24/02/2025 | Detached |
| [Same street] 10 PARK CLOSE, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AU | £325,000 | 19/12/2023 | Detached |
| [Same street] 2 PARK CLOSE, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AU | £350,000 | 05/12/2023 | Detached |
| KINGSLEY THE STREET, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AL | £485,000 | 03/08/2023 | Detached |
| 14 ASHBY ROAD, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AX | £475,000 | 15/05/2023 | Detached |
| 5 THE CRESCENT, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AS | £370,000 | 20/04/2023 | Detached |
| 4 ST GEORGES CLOSE, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AY | £266,500 | 21/12/2022 | Detached |
| 40 ASHBY ROAD, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AX | £382,500 | 11/11/2022 | Detached |
| 3 THE CRESCENT, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AS | £320,000 | 28/10/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 18 PARK CLOSE, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AU | £310,000 | 05/10/2022 | Detached |
| 1 THE MEADOWS, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6BB | £440,000 | 04/04/2022 | Detached |
| 13 ASHBY ROAD, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AT | £345,000 | 03/11/2021 | Detached |

**Street average:** £328,333 (3 sales)
**Area average:** £361,400 (10 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £429,082 (49 Detached, NR14, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -12.6%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (South Norfolk). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £876/mo
- **Realistic:** £973/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,070/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Central Norfolk & Norwich (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £798/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.26% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £121,625
- **Target investor price (1%):** £97,300

*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 Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £2,373/m²

## Capital growth trend

*Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.*

- **5y growth:** 11.5%
- **10y growth:** 57.1%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for South Norfolk; Detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 0.3%
- **5y growth (index):** 14.4%
- **10y growth (index):** 39.1%

## 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)

Rear Garden Sitting Room Kitchen Diner Dining Area Kitchen Diner Kitchen Diner Dining Room Conservatory Conservatory Sitting Room Sitting Room Bathroom Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Landing Shower Room Shower Room Front

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

158 m²

Council tax band

TBC

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1967-1975

Last sold

£375,000 Jan 2024

Price per m²

£2,373/m²

Local average

£429,082 (-12.6%)

Deprivation

Decile 7 (22,523 of 33,755)

Street crime

2 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Guide Price - £375,000 - £400,000
No Onward Chain
Non-Overlooked Landscaped Enclosed Garden
Impressive Driveway Providing Ample Off-Road Parking
Converted Garage Offering A Variety Of Uses
3 Double Bedroom All Equipped With Built In Wardrobes
Remarkable Sized Sitting Room & Luxury Conservatory
Impressive 20ft Kitchen Diner With Separate Utility Room
Formal Dining Room Could Be Used As Additional Bedroom
Close Proximity To A Local School, A Pub & The A146

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

Perfectly positioned within a small, quiet cul-de-sac stands this cleverly extended and improved detached chalet bungalow. From the moment you step inside this home the sense of space on offer is immediately apparent to see. Boasting around 2000 SQ FT of accommodation this property perfectly suits expanding families, those working from home and anybody searching for spacious living.

The sitting room measures around 20ft by 14ft and is flooded with natural light from the large bay window. Benefitting from a feature fireplace and offering space for all the family this impressive sitting room really is a must see. The contemporary kitchen diner is equally as impressive in size and enjoys views over the garden. A separate utility room is adjacent. The formal dining room offers a variety use and the expansive conservatory offers additional living space.

The principal bedroom is located on the ground floor and comes equipped with impressive built-in wardrobes. The luxury four-piece bathroom is in pristine condition and completes the accommodation found to the ground floor. On the first floor this property continues to impress. Two double bedrooms with built in wardrobes are found off the landing along with a modern shower room and access to the eave’s storage.

The enclosed rear garden enjoys a high level of privacy and has been beautifully landscaped. The sizeable terrace is perfect for outdoor entertaining, and the colourful raised borders create a tranquil escape from busy everyday life. The driveway has been cleverly designed to offer off-road parking for multiple vehicles and leads to a converted garage which has been used as a home office and currently a gym.

Positioned within easy reach to a reputable local school, a village pub and the A146 this property offers peaceful and convenient living. Internal inspection will be essential to appreciate the space and ready to move into condition. Offered with no onward chain.

Listed by

Poringland

Winkworth

Reference: 86340723

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 06/06/2023

Current heating cost: £3,159/year

Potential heating cost: £2,128/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £11,600

EPC D or below may face future regulation risk. Upgrading to C could improve long-term ROI.

Recommendations

Room-in-roof insulation (£1,500 - £2,700)
Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan

FENSA Certificates

This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #636226

Property Details

Street: 7 Park Close

Town: Thurton

Postcode: NR14 6AU

Installation Details

Items: 1 window

Certificate Issued: 27/04/2003

Work Completed: 12/02/2003

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #14705646 Recent

Property Details

Street: 7 Park Close

Town: Thurton

Postcode: NR14 6AU

Installation Details

Items: 6 windows

Certificate Issued: 25/07/2021

Work Completed: 20/04/2021

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #15138579 Recent

Property Details

Street: 7 Park Close

Town: Thurton

Postcode: NR14 6AU

Installation Details

Items: 1 window

Certificate Issued: 13/04/2022

Work Completed: 25/02/2022

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	05/01/2024 (2 years ago)	£375,000	—

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
4 THE CRESCENT, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AS	£265,000	15/01/2026	Detached
19 ST GEORGES CLOSE, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AY	£265,000	24/02/2025	Detached
Same street 10 PARK CLOSE, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AU	£325,000	19/12/2023	Detached
Same street 2 PARK CLOSE, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AU	£350,000	05/12/2023	Detached
KINGSLEY THE STREET, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AL	£485,000	03/08/2023	Detached
14 ASHBY ROAD, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AX	£475,000	15/05/2023	Detached
5 THE CRESCENT, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AS	£370,000	20/04/2023	Detached
4 ST GEORGES CLOSE, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AY	£266,500	21/12/2022	Detached
40 ASHBY ROAD, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AX	£382,500	11/11/2022	Detached
3 THE CRESCENT, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AS	£320,000	28/10/2022	Detached
Same street 18 PARK CLOSE, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AU	£310,000	05/10/2022	Detached
1 THE MEADOWS, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6BB	£440,000	04/04/2022	Detached
13 ASHBY ROAD, THURTON, NORWICH, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK, NR14 6AT	£345,000	03/11/2021	Detached

Street average: £328,333 (3 sales)

Area average: £361,400 (10 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 11.5%

10y growth 57.1%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): South Norfolk. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 0.3%

5y (index) 14.4%

10y (index) 39.1%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for South Norfolk. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £876/mo

Realistic £973/mo

Optimistic £1,070/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → South Norfolk.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Central Norfolk & Norwich: £798/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View NR14 6AU

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	George & Dragon	0.1 miles
Bus stop	George & Dragon, opp	0.1 miles
Shop	Green Pastures Plant Centre & Farm Shop	1.5 miles
Shop	Farm Shop	1.5 miles
Train station	Buckenham	3.1 miles
Train station	Cantley	3.6 miles
University	Norwich University of the Arts (NUA)	7.7 miles
University	Broadcast House	7.9 miles
Hospital	Colman Hospital	8.2 miles
Hospital	The Julian Hospital	8.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	2
Total incidents	2

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
Thurton Primary School	Primary	0.1 miles	Outstanding — 16 Apr 2015
Langley School	Other	1.4 miles	— (No rating)
Rockland St Mary Primary School	Primary	2.0 miles	Good — 15 Mar 2022
Seething and Mundham Primary School	Primary	2.1 miles	Good — 10 May 2024
Alpington and Bergh Apton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School	Primary	2.2 miles	Outstanding — 9 Sep 2015

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 3-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.26%

Max investor price (0.8%) £121,625

Target investor price (1%) £97,300

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).