16 DARWIN STREET
GAINSBOROUGH, GAINSBOROUGH, LINCOLNSHIRE DN21 1DL
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Last sold
£63,000 Apr 2008
Local average
£106,575 (-34.4%)
Deprivation
Decile 2 (5,457 of 33,755)
Street crime
269 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Two/Three Bedrooms
- Terraced House
- Gas Fired Central Heating
- Part UPVC Double Glazing
- Sitting Room
- Dining Room
- Kitchen
- Downstairs WC
- Front & Rear Yards
- NO CHAIN
Description
* TWO/THREE BEDROOM * TERRACED HOUSE * PART UPVC DOUBLE GLAZING * GAS FIRED CENTRAL HEATING * SITTING ROOM * DINING ROOM * KITCHEN * DOWNSTAIRS WC * BATHROOM * FRONT & REAR YARDS
THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:- Part glazed door into:
ENCLOSED PORCH
Door to:
ENTRANCE HALL
Ceiling light point, single panel radiator, telephone point, staircase to first floor, door to:
SITTING ROOM (3.66m (12ft 0in) max x 3m (9ft 10in) max)
PVCu double glazed window to the front of the property, ceiling light point, double panel radiator, two double 13 amp power points.
DINING ROOM (4.01m (13ft 2in) max x 3.68m (12ft 1in) max)
Single glazed window to the rear of the property, ceiling light point, coving to ceiling, double panel radiator, two double 13 amp power points, under stairs storage cupboard.
FITTED KITCHEN (3.1m (10ft 2in) max x 1.96m (6ft 5in) max)
Single glazed window to the side of the property, ceiling light point, fitted with a matching range of base and eye level units with worktop space over, 1 1/2 bowl stainless steel sink with mixer tap and ceramic tiled splashbacks, plumbing and space for an automatic washing machine, space for fridge/freezer, gas for cooker, one double 13 amp power point, part glazed door to rear yard, sliding door to:
HALL
Single glazed window to the side of the property, sliding door to:
CLOAKROOM
Single glazed window with obscure glass to the side of the property, panelled ceiling with ceiling light point, fitted with low-level wc, tiled splashbacks.
STAIRCASE & LANDING
Staircase to second floor, door to:
BEDROOM 1 4.01m (13ft 2in) max x 3.66m (12ft 0in) max)
PVCu double glazed window to the front of the property, ceiling light point, double panel radiator, TV point, one double 13 amp power point, door to:
BEDROOM 2 (4.7m (15ft 5in) max x 1.98m (6ft 6in) max)
PVCu double glazed window to the rear of the property, ceiling light point, wall light point, double panel radiator, one double 13 amp power point.
BATHROOM
PVCu double glazed window with obscure glass to the rear of the property, ceiling light point, fitted with three piece white suite comprising panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin and low-level WC, tiled splashbacks, heated towel rail, wall mounted gas combination boiler serving heating and domestic hot water systems with heating timer control.
LOFT ROOM/BEDROOM 3 (5.51m (18ft 1in) max x 3.99m (13ft 1in) max)
Velux style window to the front of the property, ceiling light point, double panel radiator, one double 13 amp power point.
OUTSIDE
Front & Rear yards
SERVICES
Mains Electricity and Water, Gas, Drainage are connected to the property.
Telephone connected (subject to British Telecom Regulations)
THIS INFORMATION IS FOR GUIDANCE ONLY & HAS BEEN PROVIDED BY THE SELLER & HAS NOT BEEN CHECKED. BUYERS MUST RELY ON THEIR OWN INSPECTIONS.
TENURE
The property is Freehold
COUNCIL TAX
Band A
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
Only those items specifically mentioned in this brochure are included in the sale.
ESTATE AGENTS ACT 1991
In order for us to comply with the above Act; it is necessary for any prospective purchaser whose offer is recommended to a vendor for acceptance to become financially qualified. The Act makes it quite clear that any statement made by an estate agent to a vendor which does not reflect the true position of the purchaser may render that agent guilty of carrying out undesirable practices. We would therefore advise all intending purchasers that if they make an offer which we wish to recommend to a vendor for acceptance we may require that person to have an interview with our Financial Services representative who will complete a form containing personal details to enable us to satisfy the requirements of the Act.
NOTICE TO BUYER
This information was provided by the seller(s) of the above property but has not been further verified.
This means that Town & Country Property; - HAS NOT carried out any investigations or searches; - HAS NOT checked any of the services; - HAS NOT tested the heating; plumbing or electrical systems and - HAS NOT carried out any form of survey; and accordingly the prospective buyer(s) must commission any Survey (including checking room measurement and site area(s) stated) and any further investigations they may feel necessary; prior to purchase and further more none of the statements contained in these particulars as to this property are to be relied on as statements of representations of fact. Photographs have been taken using a variable 28-70mm lens or a 29-58mm lens (where applicable).
Listed by
Retford
Town & Country Property Ltd
Reference: 17713742
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
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Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
294% since 1996
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 15/04/2008 (18 years ago) | £63,000 | +21.2% |
| Sold | 15/09/2005 (20 years ago) | £52,000 | +189% |
| Sold | 13/12/1996 (29 years ago) | £17,995 | +12.5% |
| Sold | 25/03/1996 (30 years ago) | £16,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 - 16 ASHCROFT ROAD, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1LD | £63,000 | 23/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 87 ASHCROFT ROAD, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1LB | £74,000 | 19/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 169 LEA ROAD, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1AB | £95,000 | 18/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 17 DRAKE STREET, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1DF | £39,999 | 12/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 27 WATERWORKS STREET, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1LA | £67,000 | 02/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 27 ST JOHNS TERRACE, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1BY | £48,000 | 06/01/2025 | Terraced |
| 16 LEA ROAD, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1LH | £58,000 | 23/07/2024 | Terraced |
| 60 TRENT STREET, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1JZ | £65,500 | 19/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 14 STANLEY STREET, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1DS | £65,000 | 07/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 51 ASHCROFT ROAD, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1LB | £69,500 | 13/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 76 SANDSFIELD LANE, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1DD | £77,500 | 08/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 8 BRIDGE ROAD, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1JU | £197,756 | 27/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 36 DRAKE STREET, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1DG | £65,000 | 20/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 147 LEA ROAD, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1AB | £110,000 | 12/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 17 LEA ROAD, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1LW | £125,000 | 09/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 110 SANDSFIELD LANE, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1DD | £135,000 | 05/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 29 CROMWELL STREET, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1DH | £77,500 | 15/09/2023 | Terraced |
| 164 SANDSFIELD LANE, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1DD | £130,000 | 08/09/2023 | Terraced |
| 16 BURTON STREET, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1DX | £35,500 | 07/09/2023 | Terraced |
| 67 GORDON STREET, GAINSBOROUGH, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE, DN21 1DW | £50,000 | 18/08/2023 | Terraced |
Area average: £82,413 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): West Lindsey. Series: Terraced. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for West Lindsey. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → West Lindsey.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Lincoln: £598/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Washington Street | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Strafford Street | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | The Corner Shop | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | B&Q | 0.2 miles |
| Train station | Gainsborough Lea Road | 0.3 miles |
| Train station | Gainsborough Central | 0.6 miles |
| Hospital | John Coupland Hospital | 1.6 miles |
| Hospital | Rampton Secure Hospital | 7.4 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 68 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 62 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 35 |
| Shoplifting | 33 |
| Public order | 20 |
| Other theft | 10 |
| Burglary | 9 |
| Other crime | 9 |
| Drugs | 7 |
| Vehicle crime | 7 |
| Possession of weapons | 5 |
| Robbery | 2 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Theft from the person | 1 |
| Total incidents | 269 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Adlard Primary School | Primary | 0.1 miles | Good — 6 Jul 2016 |
| Warren Wood - A Specialist Academy | Other | 0.6 miles | Good — 13 Jan 2022 |
| St George's Church of England Community Primary School, Gainsborough | Primary | 0.7 miles | Good — 23 Jan 2024 |
| The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy | Primary | 0.8 miles | Outstanding — 5 Nov 2014 |
| White's Wood Academy | Primary | 0.8 miles | Good — 21 Sep 2022 |
Rental Comparables
Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 2-bedroom count for this property.
Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).