Sold STC Terraced

78 EAST STREET

NEWTON ABBOT, DEVON TQ12 1AQ

3 beds 1 baths 1,055 sq ft Listed 18 Sep 2024 (-630d)

£210,000

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# 3 bedroom terraced house for sale (TQ12 1AQ)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 78 EAST STREET, NEWTON ABBOT, DEVON TQ12 1AQ |
| Price | £210,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | B |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1930-1949 |
| Floor area | 98 m² |
| Last sold | £188,000 Jan 2025 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Current heating cost:** £1,155/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £14,450

### Recommendations
- A3 (£1,500 - £2,700)
- B (£500 - £1,500)
- B4 (£300 - £600)
- 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/0434-7220-8409-0341-5202)

## Description

Guide Price - £210,000- £220,000...

Presenting a charming terraced property, currently listed for sale. This home has been neutrally decorated throughout, providing a blank canvas for you to add your personal touch. The property boasts two reception rooms, offering plenty of space for both relaxation and entertainment. The first reception room is generously proportioned and benefits from large windows, bathing the room in a wealth of natural light. The second serves as a dining room, providing the perfect setting for family meals and hosting guests.

The property features a single, wonderfully illuminated kitchen, filled with natural light. This creates a bright and welcoming environment for any home cook.

On the upper level, you will find three bedrooms. The master bedroom is particularly spacious, offering ample room for a king-sized bed and additional furniture. The two other bedrooms are doubles, one of which is notably spacious, and the other benefits from an abundance of natural light.

The property is completed by a large bathroom, providing plenty of space for your morning routine.

Located close to excellent public transport links and local amenities, this property is ideally located for both families and couples. The location provides easy access to a range of shops, restaurants, and services, ensuring everything you need is close at hand.

In summary, this neutrally decorated terraced property offers spacious accommodation and is ideally located for a range of potential buyers. Its combination of large, well-lit rooms and convenient location make it a fantastic opportunity not to be missed.

**IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS:**

We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

NEA240209/2

## Property Photos

- ![Main](/listings/photos/152592542/358429) - Main
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/152592542/358430) - Kitchen
- ![Lounge](/listings/photos/152592542/358431) - Lounge
- ![Dining Room](/listings/photos/152592542/358433) - Dining Room
- ![Bedroom 1](/listings/photos/152592542/358435) - Bedroom 1
- ![Garden](/listings/photos/152592542/358439) - Garden
- ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/152592542/358440) - Bedroom 2
- ![Bedroom 3](/listings/photos/152592542/358443) - Bedroom 3
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/152592542/358445) - Bathroom
- ![Wc](/listings/photos/152592542/358447) - Wc

## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/152592542/358449) - Floorplan

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #9412631
- **Address:** 78 East Street, NEWTON ABBOT, TQ12 1AQ
- **Certificate Issued:** 11/03/2013
- **Work Completed:** 27/02/2013
- **Items:** 5 window(s), 1 door(s)

### FENSA Certificate #11444685
- **Address:** 78 East Street, NEWTON ABBOT, TQ12 1AQ
- **Certificate Issued:** 16/02/2016
- **Work Completed:** 22/01/2016
- **Items:** 5 window(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 78 EAST STREET, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1AQ | £188,000 | 31/01/2025 | Terraced |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 52 HILTON ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BJ | £195,000 | 16/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 19 BEAUMONT ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BA | £130,000 | 18/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 12 PROSPECT TERRACE, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2LL | £187,500 | 17/11/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] EAST STREET BAPTIST CHURCH EAST STREET, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1AQ | £618,000 | 13/10/2023 | Other |
| 45 HILTON ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BJ | £180,000 | 14/04/2023 | Terraced |
| 1 HILTON ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BJ | £275,000 | 17/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 26 FAIRFIELD TERRACE, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2LH | £204,000 | 03/03/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 52 EAST STREET, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1AQ | £257,000 | 13/02/2023 | Terraced |
| 34 BEAUMONT ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BB | £153,000 | 09/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 2 WESTERN ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BE | £210,000 | 30/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 13 WESTERN ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BE | £187,500 | 28/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 52 FAIRFIELD TERRACE, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2LH | £182,000 | 24/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 89 EAST STREET, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2JR | £197,000 | 24/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 1 ALBION HILL, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1AU | £225,000 | 11/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 18 FAIRFIELD TERRACE, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2LH | £246,000 | 07/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 19 HILTON ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BJ | £180,000 | 13/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 56 HILTON ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BJ | £180,000 | 23/09/2022 | Terraced |
| YEOS COTTAGE KING STREET, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2LG | £190,000 | 26/08/2022 | Terraced |
| 3 ALBION HILL, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1AU | £260,000 | 02/08/2022 | Terraced |
| 1 SPENCER ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BQ | £200,000 | 28/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 45 PROSPECT TERRACE, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2LN | £192,500 | 27/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 41 PROSPECT TERRACE, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2LN | £208,000 | 29/04/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 76 EAST STREET, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1AQ | £220,000 | 04/02/2022 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £365,000 (3 sales)
**Area average:** £199,125 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £213,831 (49 Terraced, TQ12, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -1.8%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £851/mo
- **Realistic:** £946/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,041/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £838/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.45% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £118,250
- **Target investor price (1%):** £94,600

*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:** £2,143/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -9.2%
- **10y growth:** 13.9%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Teignbridge; Terraced series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -1%
- **5y growth (index):** 17%
- **10y growth (index):** 41.1%

## 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)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

98 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1930-1949

Last sold

£188,000 Jan 2025

Price per m²

£2,143/m²

Local average

£213,831 (-1.8%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (27,306 of 33,755)

Street crime

165 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Charming terraced property
Neutrally decorated throughout
Two spacious reception rooms
Large, well-lit windows
Bright, illuminated kitchen
Three generous bedrooms
Spacious master bedroom
Large family bathroom
Close to public transport
Near local amenities

Description

Guide Price - £210,000- £220,000...

Presenting a charming terraced property, currently listed for sale. This home has been neutrally decorated throughout, providing a blank canvas for you to add your personal touch. The property boasts two reception rooms, offering plenty of space for both relaxation and entertainment. The first reception room is generously proportioned and benefits from large windows, bathing the room in a wealth of natural light. The second serves as a dining room, providing the perfect setting for family meals and hosting guests.

The property features a single, wonderfully illuminated kitchen, filled with natural light. This creates a bright and welcoming environment for any home cook.

On the upper level, you will find three bedrooms. The master bedroom is particularly spacious, offering ample room for a king-sized bed and additional furniture. The two other bedrooms are doubles, one of which is notably spacious, and the other benefits from an abundance of natural light.

The property is completed by a large bathroom, providing plenty of space for your morning routine.

Located close to excellent public transport links and local amenities, this property is ideally located for both families and couples. The location provides easy access to a range of shops, restaurants, and services, ensuring everything you need is close at hand.

In summary, this neutrally decorated terraced property offers spacious accommodation and is ideally located for a range of potential buyers. Its combination of large, well-lit rooms and convenient location make it a fantastic opportunity not to be missed.

IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS:
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

NEA240209/2

Listed by

Newton Abbot

Edward Rose Property Group - LSL Franchise

Reference: 152592542

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 09/10/2024

Current heating cost: £1,155/year

Potential heating cost: £607/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £14,450

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)
Cavity wall insulation (£500 - £1,500)
Party wall insulation (£300 - £600)
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

Floorplan

FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #9412631

Property Details

Street: 78 East Street

Town: NEWTON ABBOT

Postcode: TQ12 1AQ

Installation Details

Items: 5 windows and 1 door

Certificate Issued: 11/03/2013

Work Completed: 27/02/2013

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #11444685

Property Details

Street: 78 East Street

Town: NEWTON ABBOT

Postcode: TQ12 1AQ

Installation Details

Items: 5 windows

Certificate Issued: 16/02/2016

Work Completed: 22/01/2016

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	31/01/2025 (1 year ago)	£188,000	—

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
52 HILTON ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BJ	£195,000	16/01/2026	Terraced
19 BEAUMONT ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BA	£130,000	18/12/2025	Terraced
12 PROSPECT TERRACE, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2LL	£187,500	17/11/2023	Terraced
Same street EAST STREET BAPTIST CHURCH EAST STREET, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1AQ	£618,000	13/10/2023	Other
45 HILTON ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BJ	£180,000	14/04/2023	Terraced
1 HILTON ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BJ	£275,000	17/03/2023	Terraced
26 FAIRFIELD TERRACE, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2LH	£204,000	03/03/2023	Terraced
Same street 52 EAST STREET, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1AQ	£257,000	13/02/2023	Terraced
34 BEAUMONT ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BB	£153,000	09/12/2022	Terraced
2 WESTERN ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BE	£210,000	30/11/2022	Terraced
13 WESTERN ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BE	£187,500	28/11/2022	Terraced
52 FAIRFIELD TERRACE, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2LH	£182,000	24/11/2022	Terraced
89 EAST STREET, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2JR	£197,000	24/11/2022	Terraced
1 ALBION HILL, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1AU	£225,000	11/11/2022	Terraced
18 FAIRFIELD TERRACE, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2LH	£246,000	07/11/2022	Terraced
19 HILTON ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BJ	£180,000	13/10/2022	Terraced
56 HILTON ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BJ	£180,000	23/09/2022	Terraced
YEOS COTTAGE KING STREET, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2LG	£190,000	26/08/2022	Terraced
3 ALBION HILL, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1AU	£260,000	02/08/2022	Terraced
1 SPENCER ROAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1BQ	£200,000	28/07/2022	Terraced
45 PROSPECT TERRACE, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2LN	£192,500	27/05/2022	Terraced
41 PROSPECT TERRACE, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 2LN	£208,000	29/04/2022	Terraced
Same street 76 EAST STREET, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 1AQ	£220,000	04/02/2022	Terraced

Street average: £365,000 (3 sales)

Area average: £199,125 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -9.2%

10y growth 13.9%

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

1y (index) -1%

5y (index) 17%

10y (index) 41.1%

Rental Range

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

Low £851/mo

Realistic £946/mo

Optimistic £1,041/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Teignbridge.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for South Devon: £838/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View TQ12 1AQ

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	Sainsbury's Local	0.1 miles
Shop	Walter C. Parson	0.1 miles
Bus stop	The Avenue	0.2 miles
Bus stop	Unknown	0.2 miles
Train station	Newton Abbot	0.3 miles
Hospital	Newton Abbot Community Hospital	0.8 miles
Train station	Goose Glen Halt	3.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	67
Shoplifting	34
Anti-social behaviour	31
Other theft	9
Criminal damage and arson	7
Public order	5
Other crime	4
Vehicle crime	3
Drugs	2
Burglary	1
Possession of weapons	1
Robbery	1
Total incidents	165

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
Wolborough Church of England Nursery and Primary School	Primary	0.2 miles	Good — 16 Jul 2015
Bearnes Voluntary Primary School	Primary	0.2 miles	— (Inspected (no overall grade))
All Saints Marsh CofE Academy	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 16 Apr 2018
South Devon UTC	Secondary	0.4 miles	Good — 15 Nov 2021
Newton Abbot College	Secondary	0.5 miles	— (Inspected (no overall grade))

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.45%

Max investor price (0.8%) £118,250

Target investor price (1%) £94,600

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).