Sold STC Detached

50 LACKFORD AVENUE

SOUTHAMPTON, TOTTON, HAMPSHIRE SO40 9BT

3 beds 980 sq ft Listed 23 Oct 2024 (-635d)

£425,000

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# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (SO40 9BT)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 50 LACKFORD AVENUE, SOUTHAMPTON, TOTTON, HAMPSHIRE SO40 9BT |
| Price | £425,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1930-1949 |
| Floor area | 91 m² |
| Last sold | £420,000 Mar 2025 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 28/10/2034
- **Current heating cost:** £587/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £10,900

### Recommendations
- W1 (£800 - £1,200)
- G (£350 - £450)
- 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/2110-7950-0040-7097-1625)

## Description

As you approach the property, you are greeted by a block-paved driveway with ample off-road parking leading to the detached garage at the rear. The lawn is neatly manicured with delightful flowers and plants lining the borders. Through the front porch and into the entrance hall, you'll find stairs to the first floor, a handy storage cupboard, and access to the main living areas.

The lounge - dining room is bright and airy with a bay window to the front and another to the rear, a feature fireplace with a wood burner, and two radiators ensuring a cosy atmosphere throughout. The kitchen boasts ample work surfaces, plenty of storage, and space for all your essential appliances.

Venture into the conservatory with its relaxing brick base, double-glazed windows, and access to the rear garden, providing the perfect space for unwinding or entertaining guests.

Upstairs, you'll find three well-proportioned bedrooms, all with double-glazed windows and radiators. The family bathroom is fully tiled and features an enclosed bath with a shower.

Outside, the generously sized rear garden offers a peaceful oasis with a lawn area, a patio, and a variety of flowers and shrubs, all enclosed by timber fencing.

This property is conveniently located within easy reach of local amenities, schools, and parks. Totton also offers excellent transportation links to Southampton and beyond, making it an ideal location for families and commuters alike.

Do not miss the opportunity to view this delightful home. Book your viewing today!

COUNCIL TAX BAND: D - NFDC

CONSTRUCTION:  Brick

MAINS:  Water, Gas, Drainage & Electric

HEATING:  Gas Central Heating

BROADBAND: Ultra - Fast available

TENURE: Freehold

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## Floorplans

- ![GROUND FLOOR](/listings/photos/154100756/864352) - GROUND FLOOR
- ![1ST FLOOR](/listings/photos/154100756/864353) - 1ST FLOOR

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #10033646
- **Address:** 50 Lackford Avenue, Totton, SO40 9BT
- **Certificate Issued:** 20/01/2014
- **Work Completed:** 26/11/2013
- **Items:** 1 window(s), 1 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 50 LACKFORD AVENUE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9BT | £420,000 | 28/03/2025 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 39 LACKFORD AVENUE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9BS | £340,000 | 27/10/2023 | Detached |
| 106 LACKFORD AVENUE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9DH | £327,000 | 25/08/2023 | Detached |
| 96 LACKFORD AVENUE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9DH | £505,000 | 26/10/2022 | Detached |
| 102 LACKFORD AVENUE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9DH | £412,500 | 02/09/2022 | Detached |
| 94 LACKFORD AVENUE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9DH | £355,000 | 10/02/2022 | Detached |
| 126A RINGWOOD ROAD, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 8DZ | £467,000 | 05/11/2021 | Detached |
| 30 RUSHINGTON LANE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9AF | £395,000 | 26/10/2021 | Detached |
| 28 RUSHINGTON LANE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9AF | £480,000 | 23/09/2021 | Detached |
| 12 RUSHINGTON AVENUE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9DB | £580,000 | 16/09/2021 | Detached |
| 20 RUSHINGTON AVENUE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9DB | £450,000 | 31/08/2021 | Detached |

**Area average:** £431,150 (10 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £531,265 (49 Detached, SO40, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -20%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,116/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,240/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,364/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Southampton (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,072/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.29% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £155,000
- **Target investor price (1%):** £124,000

*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 Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £4,670/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 11.9%
- **10y growth:** 63.1%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for New Forest; Detached series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -0.6%
- **5y growth (index):** 5.8%
- **10y growth (index):** 21.2%

## 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)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

91 m²

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1930-1949

Last sold

£420,000 Mar 2025

Price per m²

£4,670/m²

Local average

£531,265 (-20%)

Deprivation

Decile 6 (19,900 of 33,755)

Street crime

111 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

Hamwic Independent Estate Agents are delighted to introduce this charming 3-bedroom detached house in the sought-after Rushington area of Totton. This family home boasts a spacious open plan lounge - dining room, a convenient ground floor WC, a lovely conservatory, and even comes with a detached garage and a beautifully landscaped rear garden.

As you approach the property, you are greeted by a block-paved driveway with ample off-road parking leading to the detached garage at the rear. The lawn is neatly manicured with delightful flowers and plants lining the borders. Through the front porch and into the entrance hall, you'll find stairs to the first floor, a handy storage cupboard, and access to the main living areas.

The lounge - dining room is bright and airy with a bay window to the front and another to the rear, a feature fireplace with a wood burner, and two radiators ensuring a cosy atmosphere throughout. The kitchen boasts ample work surfaces, plenty of storage, and space for all your essential appliances.

Venture into the conservatory with its relaxing brick base, double-glazed windows, and access to the rear garden, providing the perfect space for unwinding or entertaining guests.

Upstairs, you'll find three well-proportioned bedrooms, all with double-glazed windows and radiators. The family bathroom is fully tiled and features an enclosed bath with a shower.

Outside, the generously sized rear garden offers a peaceful oasis with a lawn area, a patio, and a variety of flowers and shrubs, all enclosed by timber fencing.

This property is conveniently located within easy reach of local amenities, schools, and parks. Totton also offers excellent transportation links to Southampton and beyond, making it an ideal location for families and commuters alike.

Do not miss the opportunity to view this delightful home. Book your viewing today!

COUNCIL TAX BAND: D - NFDC
CONSTRUCTION: Brick
MAINS: Water, Gas, Drainage & Electric
HEATING: Gas Central Heating
BROADBAND: Ultra - Fast available
TENURE: Freehold

Listed by

Totton

Hamwic Independent Estate Agents

Reference: 154100756

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 29/10/2024

Expiry date: 28/10/2034

Current heating cost: £587/year

Potential heating cost: £503/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £10,900

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

Recommendations

Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
Upgrade heating controls (£350 - £450)
Solar water heating (£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

GROUND FLOOR

1ST FLOOR

FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #10033646

Property Details

Street: 50 Lackford Avenue

Town: Totton

Postcode: SO40 9BT

Installation Details

Items: 1 window and 1 door

Certificate Issued: 20/01/2014

Work Completed: 26/11/2013

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	28/03/2025 (1 year ago)	£420,000	—

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
39 LACKFORD AVENUE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9BS	£340,000	27/10/2023	Detached
106 LACKFORD AVENUE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9DH	£327,000	25/08/2023	Detached
96 LACKFORD AVENUE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9DH	£505,000	26/10/2022	Detached
102 LACKFORD AVENUE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9DH	£412,500	02/09/2022	Detached
94 LACKFORD AVENUE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9DH	£355,000	10/02/2022	Detached
126A RINGWOOD ROAD, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 8DZ	£467,000	05/11/2021	Detached
30 RUSHINGTON LANE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9AF	£395,000	26/10/2021	Detached
28 RUSHINGTON LANE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9AF	£480,000	23/09/2021	Detached
12 RUSHINGTON AVENUE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9DB	£580,000	16/09/2021	Detached
20 RUSHINGTON AVENUE, TOTTON, SOUTHAMPTON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9DB	£450,000	31/08/2021	Detached

Area average: £431,150 (10 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 11.9%

10y growth 63.1%

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

1y (index) -0.6%

5y (index) 5.8%

10y (index) 21.2%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for New Forest. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £1,116/mo

Realistic £1,240/mo

Optimistic £1,364/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → New Forest.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Southampton: £1,072/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	JJ's Party Hire	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Manor Close	0.1 miles
Shop	Inmar Automation	0.2 miles
Train station	Totton	0.6 miles
Train station	Redbridge	1.2 miles
University	South Academic Block	2.9 miles
University	Archers Road Halls	3.9 miles
Hospital	Royal South Hants Urgent Treatment Centre	4.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	41
Anti-social behaviour	22
Public order	13
Criminal damage and arson	9
Other theft	9
Burglary	5
Vehicle crime	5
Shoplifting	3
Bicycle theft	1
Drugs	1
Possession of weapons	1
Theft from the person	1
Total incidents	111

Within 1 mile during May 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
Forest Park School	Other	0.2 miles	Good — 18 Jan 2023
Lydlynch Infant School	Primary	0.2 miles	Good — 12 Jun 2019
Abbotswood Junior School	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 8 Sep 2017
GLADE School	Other	0.5 miles	Good — 14 Nov 2023
Eling Infant School and Nursery	Primary	0.6 miles	Good — 12 Jul 2011

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.29%

Max investor price (0.8%) £155,000

Target investor price (1%) £124,000

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).