Sold STC Semi-detached

21 DARWIN DRIVE

TONBRIDGE, KENT TN10 4SA

3 beds 1 baths 131 m² Listed 23 May 2025 (-400d)

£565,000

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# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (TN10 4SA)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 21 DARWIN DRIVE, TONBRIDGE, KENT TN10 4SA |
| Price | £565,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | E |
| Last sold | £460,000 Sep 2016 |

## Description

Combining beautifully presented & thoughtfully updated modern fnd flexible layout  at this semi detached home.  Located in a convenient and sought after position.  Offering 3 to 4 bedroom, stunning stylish kitchen/dining/family room, generous living room, TV room/study/bedroom 4 and utility/cloakroom together with ample driveway parking and immaculate garden.

## Property Photos

- ![Front](/listings/photos/162353546/397936) - Front
- ![Rear garden](/listings/photos/162353546/397938) - Rear garden
- ![Rear elevation](/listings/photos/162353546/397939) - Rear elevation
- ![Living room](/listings/photos/162353546/397940) - Living room
- ![Entrance hall](/listings/photos/162353546/397941) - Entrance hall
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/162353546/397943) - Kitchen
- ![Dining area](/listings/photos/162353546/397948) - Dining area
- ![From kitchen to dining area](/listings/photos/162353546/397951) - From kitchen to dining area
- ![Bedroom one](/listings/photos/162353546/397955) - Bedroom one
- ![Bedroom two](/listings/photos/162353546/397959) - Bedroom two
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/162353546/397961) - Bathroom
- ![Patio area](/listings/photos/162353546/397963) - Patio area
- ![Bedroom three](/listings/photos/162353546/397966) - Bedroom three
- ![Rear garden alternative view](/listings/photos/162353546/397968) - Rear garden alternative view
- ![TV room](/listings/photos/162353546/397970) - TV room
- ![Utility room](/listings/photos/162353546/397973) - Utility room
- ![Bathroom alternative view](/listings/photos/162353546/397975) - Bathroom alternative view

## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/162353546/397982) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![Energy Performance Certificate](/listings/photos/162353546/397985) - Energy Performance Certificate

## FENSA Certificates

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

### FENSA Certificate #6660354
- **Address:** 21 Darwin Drive, TONBRIDGE, TN10 4SA
- **Certificate Issued:** 13/07/2009
- **Work Completed:** 22/06/2009
- **Items:** 2 door(s)

### FENSA Certificate #12146394
- **Address:** 21 Darwin Drive, TONBRIDGE, TN10 4SA
- **Certificate Issued:** 09/01/2017
- **Work Completed:** 06/12/2016
- **Items:** 1 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 21 DARWIN DRIVE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4SA | £460,000 | 09/09/2016 | Semi-detached |
| 21 DARWIN DRIVE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4SA | £240,000 | 04/02/2011 | Semi-detached |

## Sold Comparables

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 21 DENBEIGH DRIVE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 3PW | £460,000 | 09/01/2026 | Semi-detached |
| 53 HOPGARDEN ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4QU | £378,000 | 13/12/2024 | Semi-detached |
| 44 REMBRANDT CLOSE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4AU | £300,000 | 31/10/2023 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 33 DARWIN DRIVE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4SA | £530,000 | 13/07/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 121 HUNT ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4BH | £395,000 | 02/06/2023 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 17 DARWIN DRIVE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4SA | £529,000 | 25/05/2023 | Detached |
| 8 FLEMING WAY, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4RU | £390,000 | 28/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 51 KNIGHT ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4AL | £425,000 | 28/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 1 WHISTLER ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4AR | £350,000 | 29/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 112 HUNT ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4BH | £370,000 | 16/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 1 HIGHAM SCHOOL ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4BB | £412,000 | 02/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 204 HUNT ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4BJ | £405,000 | 29/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 17 FLEMING WAY, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4RX | £431,500 | 29/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 20 FARADAY RIDE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4RL | £425,000 | 27/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 115 HUNT ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4BH | £400,000 | 10/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 2 LAWRENCE ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4BA | £385,000 | 31/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 19 DARWIN DRIVE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4SA | £455,000 | 24/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 15 RAEBURN CLOSE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4AX | £425,000 | 03/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 118 HOPGARDEN ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4QX | £477,000 | 08/12/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 22 REYNOLDS CLOSE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4AT | £323,000 | 26/11/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 16 WHEATSHEAF WAY, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 3PJ | £445,000 | 17/11/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 3 REMBRANDT CLOSE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4AU | £360,000 | 15/10/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 15 WHISTLER ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4AR | £325,000 | 08/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 31 DARWIN DRIVE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4SA | £415,000 | 14/07/2021 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £482,250 (4 sales)
**Area average:** £394,075 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £425,105 (19 Semi-detached, TN10, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +32.9%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,331/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,479/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,627/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,319/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.26% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £184,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £147,900

*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.*

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 15.4%
- **10y growth:** 42%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Tonbridge and Malling; Semi-detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -0.6%
- **5y growth (index):** 14.1%
- **10y growth (index):** 32.5%

## 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)

Front Rear garden Rear elevation Living room Entrance hall Kitchen Dining area From kitchen to dining area Bedroom one Bedroom two Bathroom Patio area Bedroom three Rear garden alternative view TV room Utility room Bathroom alternative view

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

131 m²

Council tax band

Last sold

£460,000 Sep 2016

Local average

£425,105 (+32.9%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (27,374 of 33,755)

Street crime

55 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Popular location
Immaculately presented versatile and spacious accommodation
Three to four bedrooms
Generous living room
Luxury kitchen/dining/family room
Utility/cloakroom
TV room/study/Bedroom 4
Impressive family bathroom with bath and separate shower cubicle
Delightful gardens
Block paved driveway with ample parking for several vehicles

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

Combining beautifully presented & thoughtfully updated modern fnd flexible layout at this semi detached home. Located in a convenient and sought after position. Offering 3 to 4 bedroom, stunning stylish kitchen/dining/family room, generous living room, TV room/study/bedroom 4 and utility/cloakroom together with ample driveway parking and immaculate garden.

Listed by

Tonbridge

Barnes Kingsnorth

Reference: 162353546

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

Energy Performance Certificate

FENSA Certificates

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

FENSA Certificate #6660354

Property Details

Street: 21 Darwin Drive

Town: TONBRIDGE

Postcode: TN10 4SA

Installation Details

Items: 2 doors

Certificate Issued: 13/07/2009

Work Completed: 22/06/2009

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #12146394

Property Details

Street: 21 Darwin Drive

Town: TONBRIDGE

Postcode: TN10 4SA

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 09/01/2017

Work Completed: 06/12/2016

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

92% since 2011

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	09/09/2016 (9 years ago)	£460,000	+91.7%
Sold	04/02/2011 (15 years ago)	£240,000	—

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
21 DENBEIGH DRIVE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 3PW	£460,000	09/01/2026	Semi-detached
53 HOPGARDEN ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4QU	£378,000	13/12/2024	Semi-detached
44 REMBRANDT CLOSE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4AU	£300,000	31/10/2023	Semi-detached
Same street 33 DARWIN DRIVE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4SA	£530,000	13/07/2023	Semi-detached
121 HUNT ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4BH	£395,000	02/06/2023	Semi-detached
Same street 17 DARWIN DRIVE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4SA	£529,000	25/05/2023	Detached
8 FLEMING WAY, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4RU	£390,000	28/10/2022	Semi-detached
51 KNIGHT ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4AL	£425,000	28/10/2022	Semi-detached
1 WHISTLER ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4AR	£350,000	29/09/2022	Semi-detached
112 HUNT ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4BH	£370,000	16/09/2022	Semi-detached
1 HIGHAM SCHOOL ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4BB	£412,000	02/09/2022	Semi-detached
204 HUNT ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4BJ	£405,000	29/07/2022	Semi-detached
17 FLEMING WAY, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4RX	£431,500	29/06/2022	Semi-detached
20 FARADAY RIDE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4RL	£425,000	27/06/2022	Semi-detached
115 HUNT ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4BH	£400,000	10/06/2022	Semi-detached
2 LAWRENCE ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4BA	£385,000	31/05/2022	Semi-detached
Same street 19 DARWIN DRIVE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4SA	£455,000	24/02/2022	Semi-detached
15 RAEBURN CLOSE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4AX	£425,000	03/02/2022	Semi-detached
118 HOPGARDEN ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4QX	£477,000	08/12/2021	Semi-detached
22 REYNOLDS CLOSE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4AT	£323,000	26/11/2021	Semi-detached
16 WHEATSHEAF WAY, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 3PJ	£445,000	17/11/2021	Semi-detached
3 REMBRANDT CLOSE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4AU	£360,000	15/10/2021	Semi-detached
15 WHISTLER ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4AR	£325,000	08/09/2021	Semi-detached
Same street 31 DARWIN DRIVE, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN10 4SA	£415,000	14/07/2021	Semi-detached

Street average: £482,250 (4 sales)

Area average: £394,075 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 15.4%

10y growth 42%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Tonbridge and Malling. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) -0.6%

5y (index) 14.1%

10y (index) 32.5%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Tonbridge and Malling. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £1,331/mo

Realistic £1,479/mo

Optimistic £1,627/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Tonbridge and Malling.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for High Weald: £1,319/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Darwin Drive	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Reynolds Close	0.1 miles
Shop	Sainsbury's Local	0.3 miles
Shop	Morrisons Daily	0.3 miles
University	Tonbridge Adult Education Centre	1.8 miles
Train station	Tonbridge	1.9 miles
Hospital	Tonbridge Cottage Hospital	2.6 miles
Train station	Hildenborough	2.7 miles
Hospital	Cygnet Hospital Godden Green	4.5 miles
University	University for the Creative Arts, Maidstone TV Studios	9.8 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	23
Criminal damage and arson	12
Anti-social behaviour	7
Drugs	2
Possession of weapons	2
Shoplifting	2
Vehicle crime	2
Bicycle theft	1
Burglary	1
Other crime	1
Other theft	1
Public order	1
Total incidents	55

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
Woodlands Primary School	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 27 Jun 2019
Cage Green Primary School	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 14 Dec 2023
Leigh Academy Hugh Christie	Secondary	0.4 miles	Requires improvement — 27 Nov 2023
Skills for Independence and Employability Ltd	Other	0.4 miles	— (No rating)
Long Mead Community Primary School	Primary	0.8 miles	Good — 17 Oct 2019

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.26%

Max investor price (0.8%) £184,875

Target investor price (1%) £147,900

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).