# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (CF14 7AR) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 10 FORELAND ROAD, CARDIFF, CARDIFF CF14 7AR | | Price | £574,995 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | F | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | | Floor area | 221 m² | | Last sold | £530,000 Jan 2026 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Current heating cost:** £2,382/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £8,000 ### Recommendations - A3 (£1,500 - £2,700) - B (£500 - £1,500) - G (£350 - £450) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0310-2360-1490-2025-4621) ## Description A period bay-fronted semi-detached family home in the heart of Whitchurch village, which has been extended to provide spacious accommodation measuring just over 2000 sq ft. An ideal family home in a very convenient location. Located in the heart of Whitchurch, Foreland Road is an elegant bay-fronted semi-detached home, thoughtfully extended to blend period features with modern living. The inviting entrance hall leads to a spacious living room, sitting room with sun-room, while the beautifully designed kitchen and family room form the heart of the home. A utility room and ground-floor shower room add convenience. Upstairs, three well-proportioned bedrooms and a stylish bathroom offer comfort, with a versatile loft room providing additional space. The property benefits from gas central heating, UPVC double glazing, off-road parking, and an enclosed rear garden with a sunny aspect. Whitchurch is a sought-after suburb, just 3 miles north of Cardiff city centre. Excellent transport links include regular bus services, nearby railway stations on the Valley Lines network, and easy access to the A470 and M4. Whitchurch offers highly regarded schools, including Whitchurch Primary and Ysgol Gymraeg Melin Gruffydd at the primary level, and Whitchurch High School for secondary education, with Welsh-medium options available nearby. The area is known for its vibrant community, independent shops, cafes, and green spaces, making it a desirable location for families and professionals alike. Please contact Chambers Estate Agents for further information and to arrange a viewing. Additional Information: Tenure: Freehold. Please verify via your Solicitor. Council Tax Band: F. Approximately £2639.00 per annum. Land Transaction Tax (LTT): £23,699.00 based on the asking price. Square Footage: 2051.00 Sq Ft. Please verify via your own means. School Catchment Information: English medium primary catchment area: Coryton Primary School. English medium secondary catchment area: Whitchurch High School. Welsh medium primary catchment area: Ysgol Gymraeg Melin Gruffydd. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 10 FORELAND ROAD, CARDIFF, CF14 7AR | £530,000 | 23/01/2026 | Semi-detached | | 10 FORELAND ROAD, CARDIFF, CF14 7AR | £314,000 | 12/08/2011 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 10 PENLLINE ROAD, CARDIFF, CF14 2AD | £525,000 | 29/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 73 FORELAND ROAD, CARDIFF, CF14 7AS | £515,000 | 09/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 8 ST MARGARETS PLACE, WHITCHURCH, CARDIFF, CF14 7AD | £455,000 | 11/10/2023 | Semi-detached | | 29 HEOL Y FORLAN, CARDIFF, CF14 1AX | £490,000 | 05/10/2023 | Semi-detached | | 38 ST MARGARETS ROAD, WHITCHURCH, CARDIFF, CF14 7AB | £660,000 | 23/08/2023 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 21 FORELAND ROAD, CARDIFF, CF14 7AR | £578,254 | 10/07/2023 | Semi-detached | | 58 TYN Y PWLL ROAD, CARDIFF, CF14 1AT | £275,000 | 17/02/2023 | Semi-detached | | 20 PLAS Y LLAN, CARDIFF, CF14 2AF | £620,000 | 12/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 16 PENLLINE ROAD, CARDIFF, CF14 2AD | £495,000 | 28/07/2022 | Semi-detached | | 73 FORELAND ROAD, CARDIFF, CF14 7AS | £550,000 | 11/07/2022 | Semi-detached | | 74 TYN Y PWLL ROAD, CARDIFF, CF14 1AT | £340,000 | 16/06/2022 | Semi-detached | | 2 ST MARGARETS CLOSE, CARDIFF, CF14 7AE | £403,000 | 27/05/2022 | Semi-detached | | 40 ST MARGARETS ROAD, WHITCHURCH, CARDIFF, CF14 7AB | £560,000 | 27/05/2022 | Semi-detached | | 78A TYN Y PWLL ROAD, CARDIFF, CF14 1AT | £175,000 | 21/02/2022 | Semi-detached | | 36 ST MARGARETS ROAD, WHITCHURCH, CARDIFF, CF14 7AB | £617,000 | 07/12/2021 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 11 FORELAND ROAD, CARDIFF, CF14 7AR | £354,000 | 26/11/2021 | Semi-detached | | 26 TYN Y PWLL ROAD, CARDIFF, CF14 1AS | £382,000 | 04/11/2021 | Semi-detached | | 68 TYN Y PWLL ROAD, CARDIFF, CF14 1AT | £315,000 | 24/06/2021 | Semi-detached | | 9 ASHCHURCH CLOSE, CARDIFF, CF14 1BW | £253,250 | 18/06/2021 | Semi-detached | | 27 ST MARGARETS ROAD, WHITCHURCH, CARDIFF, CF14 7AB | £385,000 | 17/06/2021 | Semi-detached | **Street average:** £466,127 (2 sales) **Area average:** £445,292 (18 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £384,666 (100 Semi-detached, CF14, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +49.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cardiff). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,041/mo - **Realistic:** £1,157/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,273/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 Flat, Tenby House, CF14 | £1,200/mo | 3 | 0.51 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,200/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.21% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £150,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £120,000 *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 £1,200/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 2.5% - **Cost-to-rent:** 39.9× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-1,209/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -8.7% *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:** £2,602/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 25.3% - **10y growth:** 41% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cardiff; Semi-detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.7% - **5y growth (index):** 23.7% - **10y growth (index):** 48.4% ## 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)