Sold Terraced

30 AYSGARTH ROAD

DARLINGTON, DARLINGTON DL1 4DB

2 beds 79 m² Listed 12 Jan 2013 (-4949d)

£74,950

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# 2 bedroom terraced house for sale (DL1 4DB)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 30 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DARLINGTON DL1 4DB |
| Price | £74,950 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Last sold | £70,000 May 2013 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** E
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 20/01/2023 — **EXPIRED** (no longer valid for marketing or letting)
- **Current heating cost:** £695/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £30,078

### Recommendations
- A (£100 - £350)
- Q (£4,000 - £14,000)
- W (£800 - £1,200)
- C (£15 - £30)
- E (£30)
- F (£200 - £400)
- G (£350 - £450)
- I (£2,200 - £3,000)
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)
- U (£9,000 - £14,000)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0302-2849-7199-9427-2745)

## Description

Entrance PorchWith double glazed front door and door leading into reception hall.

Reception HallWith gas central heating radiator and staircase to the first floor.

Lounge3.63m(11'11'') x 3.56m(11'8'')

Situated to the front. With double glazed bay window, feature fireplace incorporating gas fire, gas central heating radiator and picture rail.

Dining Kitchen4.65m(15'3'') x 2.79m(9'2'')

Having been recently refitted by the current owner to a high standard with a quality range of wall and floor units with contrasting work surfaces, integrated electric oven and hob with overhead extractor unit, part tiled splashbacks, space for tumble dryer, understairs storage facilities, double glazed window and gas central heating radiator.

Utility2.11m(6'11'') x 1.80m(5'11'')

Situated to the rear. With wall mounted boiler, plumbing connections for an automatic washing machine, double glazed window and back door.

First FloorLanding. With loft access.

Bedroom 14.65m(15'3'') x 3.63m(11'11'')

Situated to the front. With double glazed window, gas central heating radiator.

Bedroom 23.63m(11'11'') x 2.77m(9'1'')

Situated to the rear. With double glazed window, gas central heating radiator, built in storage cupboard containing circulating tank, picture rail.

Bathroom/WcBeing a newly fitted white suite comprising, panelled bath with overhead shower, pedestal wash hand basin, low level wc, part tiled walls, chrome heated towel rail.

ExternallyThe property has an enclosed yard to rear with outhouse.

This footer paragraph is an example only and should not be relied upon as complying with current legislation.  These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.

## Property Photos

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## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/25496049/1650250) - EPC 1

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 30 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB | £70,000 | 31/05/2013 | Terraced |
| 30 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB | £31,000 | 18/06/1999 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 35 LEWES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AU | £83,000 | 09/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 17 LEONARD STREET, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BA | £70,000 | 11/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 3 TUNSTALL TERRACE, DARLINGTON, DL1 4XH | £114,000 | 10/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 13 GRASMERE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BG | £75,000 | 02/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 5 LEONARD STREET, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BA | £92,000 | 28/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 52 RYDAL ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BH | £95,500 | 29/08/2025 | Terraced |
| 36 GRASMERE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BQ | £80,000 | 21/02/2025 | Terraced |
| 7 THIRLMERE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BJ | £57,000 | 07/02/2025 | Terraced |
| 43 LEWES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AU | £92,000 | 14/06/2024 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 44 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB | £92,500 | 01/03/2024 | Terraced |
| 14 GRASMERE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BQ | £56,000 | 20/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 26 LANGDALE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BP | £110,000 | 08/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 8 LEWES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AX | £82,000 | 08/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 26 FALMER ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AZ | £80,000 | 01/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 39 LANGDALE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BP | £90,000 | 29/11/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 38 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB | £60,000 | 17/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 38 LEWES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AX | £75,000 | 20/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 76 LEWES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AX | £50,000 | 18/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 35 FALMER ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AY | £62,250 | 16/10/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 8 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB | £85,000 | 28/07/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 29 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB | £73,500 | 24/07/2023 | Terraced |
| 12 GRASMERE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BQ | £76,000 | 21/07/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 28 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB | £72,000 | 14/07/2023 | Terraced |
| 12 LEWES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AX | £48,000 | 14/07/2023 | Terraced |
| 20 RYDAL ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BH | £78,500 | 07/07/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 35 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB | £86,250 | 04/07/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 45 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB | £110,000 | 28/04/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 26 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB | £78,000 | 13/03/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 37 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB | £95,000 | 30/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 15 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB | £63,000 | 08/04/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 44 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB | £87,000 | 10/12/2021 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £82,023 (11 sales)
**Area average:** £78,313 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £94,750 (64 Terraced, DL1, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -20.9%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £614/mo
- **Realistic:** £682/mo
- **Optimistic:** £750/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £449/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 2 Bed End Terrace, Milner Road, DL1 | £795/mo | 2 | 0.36 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, Grange Road, DL1 | £850/mo | 2 | 0.89 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £823/mo (2 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 1.1% (strong)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £102,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £82,300

*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 £823/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 13.2%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 7.6×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £421/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 23.2%

*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:** £949/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -0.2%
- **10y growth:** -1.4%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Darlington; Terraced series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 1.7%
- **5y growth (index):** 20.5%
- **10y growth (index):** 38.2%

## 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

Floor area

79 m²

EPC rating

Last sold

£70,000 May 2013

Price per m²

£949/m²

Local average

£94,750 (-20.9%)

Deprivation

Decile 3 (8,429 of 33,755)

Street crime

509 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

Two Bedrooms
Modernised Terrace
Lounge
Dining Kitchen
Modern Bathroom
Enclosed Rear Yard
Gas Central Heating
Close To Amenities

Additional details

Garden: Yes

Description

We are delighted to be able to offer to the market this two bedroom modernised terraced property situated in the ever popular Eastbourne location close to local amenities. The home comes to the market with newly fitted kitchen and bathroom suites and an internal viewing is highly recommended at the earliest opportunity where the discerning purchaser cannot fail to be impressed. The home has gas central heating and double glazing and in brief comprises: Entrance Porch, Reception Hallway, Lounge, Dining Kitchen, Utility Room.Two Bedrooms to the first floor, Family Bathroom/Wc. Enclosed Yard to the rear.
Entrance PorchWith double glazed front door and door leading into reception hall.
Reception HallWith gas central heating radiator and staircase to the first floor.
Lounge3.63m(11'11'') x 3.56m(11'8'')
Situated to the front. With double glazed bay window, feature fireplace incorporating gas fire, gas central heating radiator and picture rail.
Dining Kitchen4.65m(15'3'') x 2.79m(9'2'')
Having been recently refitted by the current owner to a high standard with a quality range of wall and floor units with contrasting work surfaces, integrated electric oven and hob with overhead extractor unit, part tiled splashbacks, space for tumble dryer, understairs storage facilities, double glazed window and gas central heating radiator.
Utility2.11m(6'11'') x 1.80m(5'11'')
Situated to the rear. With wall mounted boiler, plumbing connections for an automatic washing machine, double glazed window and back door.
First FloorLanding. With loft access.
Bedroom 14.65m(15'3'') x 3.63m(11'11'')
Situated to the front. With double glazed window, gas central heating radiator.
Bedroom 23.63m(11'11'') x 2.77m(9'1'')
Situated to the rear. With double glazed window, gas central heating radiator, built in storage cupboard containing circulating tank, picture rail.
Bathroom/WcBeing a newly fitted white suite comprising, panelled bath with overhead shower, pedestal wash hand basin, low level wc, part tiled walls, chrome heated towel rail.
ExternallyThe property has an enclosed yard to rear with outhouse.
This footer paragraph is an example only and should not be relied upon as complying with current legislation. These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.

Listed by

Darlington

Venture Properties

Reference: 25496049

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

This certificate expired on 20/01/2023. A new EPC may be required before the property can be marketed or let.

Current rating: E

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 21/01/2013

Expiry date: 20/01/2023 (expired)

Current heating cost: £695/year

Potential heating cost: £361/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £30,078

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

Recommendations

Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£100 - £350)
50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
Floor insulation (£800 - £1,200)
Add additional 80 mm jacket to hot water cylinder (£15 - £30)
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£30)
Hot water cylinder thermostat (£200 - £400)
Upgrade heating controls (£350 - £450)
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler (£2,200 - £3,000)
Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£9,000 - £14,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

Price history

126% since 1999

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	31/05/2013 (13 years ago)	£70,000	+125.8%
Sold	18/06/1999 (27 years ago)	£31,000	—

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
35 LEWES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AU	£83,000	09/01/2026	Terraced
17 LEONARD STREET, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BA	£70,000	11/12/2025	Terraced
3 TUNSTALL TERRACE, DARLINGTON, DL1 4XH	£114,000	10/12/2025	Terraced
13 GRASMERE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BG	£75,000	02/12/2025	Terraced
5 LEONARD STREET, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BA	£92,000	28/11/2025	Terraced
52 RYDAL ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BH	£95,500	29/08/2025	Terraced
36 GRASMERE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BQ	£80,000	21/02/2025	Terraced
7 THIRLMERE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BJ	£57,000	07/02/2025	Terraced
43 LEWES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AU	£92,000	14/06/2024	Terraced
Same street 44 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB	£92,500	01/03/2024	Terraced
14 GRASMERE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BQ	£56,000	20/12/2023	Terraced
26 LANGDALE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BP	£110,000	08/12/2023	Terraced
8 LEWES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AX	£82,000	08/12/2023	Terraced
26 FALMER ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AZ	£80,000	01/12/2023	Terraced
39 LANGDALE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BP	£90,000	29/11/2023	Terraced
Same street 38 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB	£60,000	17/11/2023	Terraced
38 LEWES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AX	£75,000	20/10/2023	Terraced
76 LEWES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AX	£50,000	18/10/2023	Terraced
35 FALMER ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AY	£62,250	16/10/2023	Terraced
Same street 8 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB	£85,000	28/07/2023	Terraced
Same street 29 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB	£73,500	24/07/2023	Terraced
12 GRASMERE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BQ	£76,000	21/07/2023	Terraced
Same street 28 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB	£72,000	14/07/2023	Terraced
12 LEWES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4AX	£48,000	14/07/2023	Terraced
20 RYDAL ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4BH	£78,500	07/07/2023	Terraced
Same street 35 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB	£86,250	04/07/2023	Terraced
Same street 45 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB	£110,000	28/04/2023	Terraced
Same street 26 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB	£78,000	13/03/2023	Terraced
Same street 37 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB	£95,000	30/09/2022	Semi-detached
Same street 15 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB	£63,000	08/04/2022	Terraced
Same street 44 AYSGARTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 4DB	£87,000	10/12/2021	Terraced

Street average: £82,023 (11 sales)

Area average: £78,313 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -0.2%

10y growth -1.4%

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

1y (index) 1.7%

5y (index) 20.5%

10y (index) 38.2%

Rental Range

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

Low £614/mo

Realistic £682/mo

Optimistic £750/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Darlington.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Darlington: £449/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View DL1 4DB

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	Darlington Kar Parts	0.1 miles
Shop	The Beauty Bar	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Neasham Rd Surgery	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Unknown	0.1 miles
Train station	Darlington	0.3 miles
Train station	North Road	1.4 miles
Hospital	Middleton St.George Hospital	4.3 miles
Hospital	Butterwick Hospice	8.9 miles
University	Durham University, Queen's Campus	10.3 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	155
Anti-social behaviour	131
Shoplifting	48
Criminal damage and arson	43
Public order	33
Vehicle crime	30
Other crime	18
Burglary	14
Other theft	12
Possession of weapons	11
Drugs	6
Theft from the person	4
Bicycle theft	2
Robbery	2
Total incidents	509

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
The Rydal Academy	Primary	0.1 miles	Good — 31 Jan 2023
St John's Church of England Academy	Primary	0.3 miles	Outstanding — 17 Nov 2022
Skerne Park Academy	Primary	0.6 miles	Requires improvement — 11 Jul 2024
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School	Primary	0.6 miles	Good — 11 Feb 2011
Borough Road Nursery School	Nursery	0.7 miles	Good — 9 Mar 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
2 Bed End Terrace, Milner Road, DL1	£795/mo	2	0.36 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, Grange Road, DL1	£850/mo	2	0.89 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £823/mo (2 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 1.1%

Max investor price (0.8%) £102,875

Target investor price (1%) £82,300

Gross yield 13.2%

Cost-to-rent ratio 7.6×

Monthly cashflow £421/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 23.2%

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).