For sale Terraced

70 WESTGATE

DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE YO25 6TD

3 beds 1 baths 818 sq ft Listed 25 Mar 2026 (-93d)

£152,500

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3 Bedroom Mid Terrace House - For Sale Lounge/Dining Room Kitchen Garden Lounge/Dining Room Lounge/Dining Room Lounge/Dining Room Lounge/Dining Room Kitchen Kitchen Bedroom One Bedroom One Bedroom One Bedroom Two Bedroom Three Bedroom Three Bathroom Garden Garden

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

76 m²

Council tax band

A

EPC rating

E

Year built

England and Wales: before 1900

Last sold

£135,000 Jun 2024

Price per m²

£2,007/m²

Local average

£171,065 (-10.9%)

Deprivation

Decile 6 (19,737 of 33,755)

Street crime

71 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Close To Town Centre
  • Three Bedrooms
  • Mid Terrace
  • Private Gardens
  • Stylish Throughout
  • Appealing To A Variety Of Buyers

Additional details

Garden
Yes
Required access
No
Rights of way
No

Description

A perfect opportunity to purchase a beautifully presented and spacious home. 70 Westgate is a two/three bedroom offering versatile accommodation. An ideal property for those looking to get on the property ladder or buyers looking to downsize without compromising too much on space. The property is in a prime location providing easy access to the local amenities, making it a fantastic choice. Viewings are highly recommended!The property briefly comprises:- entry to the lounge/dining room, kitchen, downstairs bathroom, first floor landing with primary bedroom, additional bedroom with stairs leading up to the loft space. There is a rear garden with side access. 
LOCATION
The property is located in the heart of Driffield. The town offers an excellent range of shopping facilities including national stores such as W H Smiths, Boots, Tesco's,  Lidl and Iceland Foods alongside a wide variety, cafes, restaurants, sports clubs and well regarded schools. The transport links provide easy access to Beverley, Hull, Bridlington, Scarborough and beyond.
THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:-
LOUNGE/DINING ROOM- 8'8 (2.65m) x 23'3 (7.10m)
Open plan living/dining room flooded with natural light and a cosy, homely feel with window and door to the front aspect, fitted wooden shutter blinds,  inset spotlights, stairs leading to the first floor landing, understairs cupboard, charming fireplace with log burning stove, tiled hearth and exposed brick surround, laminated flooring, radiator, TV point and power points. 
KITCHEN- 9'5 (2.87m) x 9'10 (3.01m)
Window and door to the rear aspect with fitted wooden shutter blinds, inset spotlights, tiled splash back, a range of wall and base units with laminated worktops, sink with drainer unit, space for fridge/freezer, plumbing for washing machine, freestanding gas oven with gas hob, laminated flooring, radiator and power points. 
BATHROOM- 7'9 (2.39m) x 8'3 (2.53m)
Windows to the rear aspect, inset spotlights, wall mounted gas combi boiler, partially tiled walls, tiled splash back, three piece bathroom suite comprising:- low flush WC, sink with pedestal, panelled bath with over head shower attachment, built in storage cupboard, tiled flooring, radiator and extractor fan. 
FIRST FLOOR LANDING- 3'11 (1.21m) x 2'9 (0.86m)
Fitted carpets. 
BEDROOM ONE- 10'11 (3.34m) x 11'4 (3.64m)
Well presented double bedroom, windows to the front aspect with fitted wooden shutter blinds, picture rail, built in wardrobes, fitted carpets, radiator and power points.  
BEDROOM TWO- 9'1 (2.79m) x 11'6 (3.52m)
Window to the rear aspect with fitted wooden shutter blinds, stairs leading up to the attic space, built in storage cupboard, laminated flooring, radiator and power points. 
SECOND FLOOR
BEDROOM THREE- 10'11 (3.33m) x 12'1 (3.69m)
Additional bedroom space which is versatile with window to the rear aspect, access to the eaves, built in shelving, fitted carpets, radiator, TV point and power points. 
GARDEN
Walled, South-Westerly facing garden which is mainly laid to lawn, shrub borders, decking area with brick built outbuilding, outside tap, fencing and gated side access making it fully secure.  
PARKING
On street parking.
SERVICES
Understood to all be connected to mains. Mains gas, water and electric.
TENURE
The property is Freehold and offered with the benefit of vacant possession upon completion.
COUNCIL TAX BAND
Council Tax is payable to the East Riding of Yorkshire Council. The property is shown on the Council Tax Property Bandings List in Valuation Band 'A'.
EPC
This property's energy rating is E.
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with the sole agents.
FREE VALUATION
If you are looking to sell your own property, we will be very happy to provide you with a free, no obligation market appraisal and valuation. We offer very competitive fees and an outstanding personal service that is rated 5 star by our fully verified clients.
ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING (AML) REGULATIONS
In accordance with the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017, we are required to carry out identity checks on all purchasers. A charge of £25 + VAT per person will be payable by the purchaser to cover the cost of these checks. This fee is non-refundable and is payable upon acceptance of an offer.

Listed by

Driffield

Dee Atkinson & Harrison

Reference: 173703512

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: E

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 12/03/2021

Expiry date: 11/03/2031

Current heating cost: £953/year

Potential heating cost: £553/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £27,175

Recommendations

  • Flat roof or sloping ceiling insulation (£850 - £1,500)
  • Room-in-roof insulation (£1,500 - £2,700)
  • 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • 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

All Floors

All Floors

Ground Floor

Ground Floor

First Floor

First Floor

Second Floor

Second Floor

EPC Graphs

EPC

EPC

Price history

38% since 2016

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £152,500 +13%
Sold 28/06/2024 (1 year ago) £135,000 +18.9%
Sold 30/06/2021 (4 years ago) £113,500 +16.4%
Sold 08/04/2016 (10 years ago) £97,500

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
13 CHURCH STREET, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6UF £155,500 09/01/2026 Terraced
20 MIDDLE STREET NORTH, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6SW £132,000 28/11/2025 Terraced
10 CHURCH STREET, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6UF £166,000 12/11/2025 Terraced
41 VICTORIA ROAD, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6TY £275,000 14/02/2025 Terraced
Same street 72A WESTGATE, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6TD £135,000 15/12/2023 Terraced
76 MIDDLE STREET NORTH, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6ST £220,000 08/12/2023 Terraced
43 VICTORIA ROAD, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6TY £189,950 29/11/2023 Terraced
114 WESTGATE, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6TA £93,000 10/10/2023 Terraced
2 NEW HOUSES, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6SZ £162,000 12/04/2023 Terraced
65 VICTORIA ROAD, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6TY £175,000 21/10/2022 Terraced
24 CHURCH STREET, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6UF £125,250 14/10/2022 Terraced
3 SWABY WALK, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6BL £210,000 30/09/2022 Terraced
1 SWABY WALK, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6BL £195,000 05/09/2022 Terraced
2 SWABY WALK, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6BL £200,000 02/09/2022 Terraced
36 VICTORIA ROAD, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6UG £163,000 26/08/2022 Terraced
Same street 69 WESTGATE, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6TD £125,000 15/08/2022 Terraced
4 CHURCH STREET, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6UF £183,750 05/08/2022 Terraced
82 WESTGATE, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6TA £110,000 03/08/2022 Terraced
17 MIDDLE STREET NORTH, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6ST £130,000 26/05/2022 Terraced
26 VICTORIA ROAD, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6UG £160,000 13/05/2022 Terraced
7 WESTGATE, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6SY £105,000 18/01/2022 Terraced
80 WESTGATE, DRIFFIELD, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, YO25 6TA £135,000 13/12/2021 Terraced

Street average: £130,000 (2 sales)

Area average: £164,273 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -2.9%
10y growth 27.6%

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

1y (index) 0%
5y (index) 15.8%
10y (index) 45.4%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for East Riding of Yorkshire. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £649/mo
Realistic £721/mo
Optimistic £793/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → East Riding of Yorkshire.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Scarborough: £648/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop Unknown 0.1 miles
Bus stop Driffield Middle Street North 0.1 miles
Bus stop Driffield St John's Road 0.2 miles
Train station Driffield 0.5 miles
Hospital Alfred Bean Community Hospital 0.9 miles
Train station Nafferton 2.4 miles
Hospital Deliveries Area 10.7 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 26
Anti-social behaviour 13
Public order 9
Criminal damage and arson 8
Shoplifting 4
Burglary 3
Drugs 2
Other crime 2
Other theft 2
Vehicle crime 2
Total incidents 71

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
Kings Mill School Other 0.0 miles Good — 18 Feb 2015
Driffield Junior School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 19 Dec 2012
Driffield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 10 Nov 2014
Northfield Infant School Primary 0.6 miles Good — 16 Oct 2014
Driffield School and Sixth Form Secondary 0.7 miles Good — 4 Feb 2020

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 Terraced House, King St, YO25 £850/mo 3 0.33 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £850/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.56%
Max investor price (0.8%) £106,250
Target investor price (1%) £85,000
Gross yield 6.7%
Cost-to-rent ratio 15×
Monthly cashflow £139/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 3.8%
  • 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).
  • Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
  • Cashflow — Rent minus 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).