56 HARTLEY DOWN
PURLEY, GREATER LONDON CR8 4EA
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
158 m²
Council tax band
G
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Last sold
£800,000 Sep 2025
Price per m²
£5,063/m²
Local average
£572,286 (+39.8%)
Deprivation
Decile 5 (16,053 of 33,755)
Street crime
135 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Fabulous 4 Bedroom Semi-Detached House
- Principal Bedroom with Dressing and En-Suite
- Sought After Hartley Area
- Modern Kitchen/Family Room with Central Island
- Utility Room
- Large Mature Rear Garden
- Spacious Paved Driveway
- Garage
- Security Features - Water Softener - EV Charger
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Broadband
- Cable
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Gas central
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Private garden
- Listed property
- No
- Restrictions
- No
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
Stepping inside, you are welcomed by a bright and airy entrance hall. The rear aspect sitting room enjoys views over the garden and features a sliding door that opens onto the patio, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. This space flows effortlessly into the elegant dining room, which benefits from a charming bay window to the front, bathing the room in natural light and making it perfect for both relaxed family meals and entertaining.
At the heart of the home is a beautifully designed kitchen and family room, combining practicality with modern style. A central island provides a sociable space for casual dining, while a range of fitted units, a built-in oven and grill, a Neff electric induction hob offers everything needed for culinary creativity. A large window overlooks the garden, filling the space with natural light, a separate utility room and downstairs WC provides additional storage and convenience.
The first floor is thoughtfully designed, offering a spacious principal bedroom suite that includes a dressing area and a luxurious en-suite bathroom with both a bath and a separate shower. Three further well-proportioned bedrooms provide flexibility for family members, guests, or a home office, while the modern family bathroom, complete with both a bath and shower, ensures comfort and convenience for all.
Outside, the property boasts a large and beautifully maintained rear garden, offering a secluded retreat surrounded by mature hedges. A wooden shed provides useful storage, while the generous patio is perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. To the front, a spacious paved driveway provides ample parking, and a garage, with electric opener offers further storage or secure parking options. Furthermore, there is an EV charger and water softener providing convenient and useful additional services
The property has security features in the form of a video doorbell, alarm system and CCTV to give additional peace of mind,
This wonderful family home is a rare find in such a desirable location, offering a perfect blend of space, style, and practicality. With its generous living areas, well-appointed bedrooms, and excellent outdoor space, this is a home that is ready to welcome its next owners. To arrange a viewing or find out more, get in touch today.
London Borough of Croydon Council Tax Band G
Please note that Stamp Duty and Land Tax is due to change as of the 31st March 2025, with the nil-rate band reverting to the levels prior to changes made in September 2022. For first-time buyers the nil-rate will only apply to the first £300,000 (rather than £425,000 at present), whilst for buyers selling and buying at the same time, the nil-rate will apply to the first £125,000 (rather than £250,000 at present). The surcharge for purchasing an additional home is already in effect, seeing an increase from 3% to 5% (this is in addition to the standard Stamp Duty already applicable).
Any purchase which completes after 31st March will be liable for increased Stamp Duty. As a buyer, please ensure that you have budgeted correctly for this, and if you have any issues please raise them with the Progression Team as soon as possible.
Example: Purchasing a property for £500,000
First-time buyer:
Current Stamp Duty; £3,750
SD 1st April 2025 onwards: £10,000
Buying Next Home:
Current Stamp Duty; £12,500
SD 1st April 2025 onwards: £15,000
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EPC Rating: D
Listed by
Coulsdon
Park & Bailey
Reference: 158348792
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 03/02/2025
Current heating cost: £1,264/year
Potential heating cost: £878/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £19,725
Recommendations
- Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£100 - £350)
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
- Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
- Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #10605406
Property Details
Street: 56 Hartley Down
Town: PURLEY
Postcode: CR8 4EA
Installation Details
Items: 19 windows and 3 doors
Certificate Issued: 27/10/2014
Work Completed: 29/09/2014
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 | 30/09/2025 (8 months ago) | £800,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 HARTLEY DOWN, PURLEY, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR8 4EB | £635,000 | 04/08/2025 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 22 FLAT 2 HARTLEY DOWN, PURLEY, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR8 4EA | £475,000 | 08/12/2023 | Flat |
| Same street 22 FLAT 4 HARTLEY DOWN, PURLEY, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR8 4EA | £355,000 | 13/10/2023 | Flat |
| Same street 22 FLAT 3 HARTLEY DOWN, PURLEY, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR8 4EA | £425,000 | 26/09/2023 | Flat |
| Same street 22 FLAT 5 HARTLEY DOWN, PURLEY, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR8 4EA | £375,000 | 17/07/2023 | Flat |
| Same street 42 HARTLEY DOWN, PURLEY, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR8 4EA | £740,000 | 09/12/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 58 HARTLEY DOWN, PURLEY, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR8 4EA | £669,000 | 11/05/2022 | Detached |
| 219 BRIGHTON ROAD, PURLEY, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR8 4HF | £550,000 | 08/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 9 BRIGHTON ROAD, COULSDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR5 2BF | £525,000 | 04/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 35 HARTLEY DOWN, PURLEY, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR8 4EF | £555,000 | 15/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 2B HARTLEY DOWN, PURLEY, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR8 4EA | £674,000 | 15/12/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 33 STOATS NEST ROAD, COULSDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR5 2JJ | £480,000 | 01/12/2021 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 22 HARTLEY DOWN, PURLEY, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR8 4EA | £850,000 | 29/10/2021 | Detached |
| Same street 2A HARTLEY DOWN, PURLEY, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR8 4EA | £600,000 | 09/07/2021 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 2C HARTLEY DOWN, PURLEY, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR8 4EA | £675,000 | 30/06/2021 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 2D HARTLEY DOWN, PURLEY, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR8 4EA | £600,000 | 30/06/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 2 GEMMELL CLOSE, PURLEY, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, CR8 4HP | £439,500 | 30/06/2021 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £585,273 (11 sales)
Area average: £530,750 (6 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): Croydon. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Croydon. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Croydon.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Outer North London: £2,194/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Windermere Road | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | David Potashnick Antiques | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Croydon Fancy Dress & Elite Balloons | 0.2 miles |
| Train station | Coulsdon Town | 0.4 miles |
| Train station | Reedham | 0.4 miles |
| Hospital | Croydon Heart Centre | 4.4 miles |
| Hospital | Emergency Department | 4.4 miles |
| University | Horton Halls Reception | 8.0 miles |
| University | University of Wales Trinity Saint David London Campus | 10.7 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 35 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 26 |
| Public order | 16 |
| Vehicle crime | 15 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 11 |
| Burglary | 10 |
| Other theft | 8 |
| Shoplifting | 4 |
| Theft from the person | 3 |
| Drugs | 2 |
| Possession of weapons | 2 |
| Robbery | 2 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Total incidents | 135 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont Primary School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Outstanding — 17 Jan 2018 |
| St Nicholas School | Other | 0.3 miles | Requires improvement — 27 Jun 2024 |
| Woodcote Primary School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Outstanding — 22 May 2015 |
| Woodcote High School | Secondary | 0.7 miles | Good — 12 Feb 2015 |
| Oasis Academy Byron | Primary | 0.8 miles | Good — 14 Sep 2023 |
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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).