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58 SHIREBOURN VALE

CHELMSFORD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, ESSEX CM3 5ZX

4 beds 3 baths 112 m² Listed 17 Apr 2025 (-460d)

£440,000

Reduced on 31 May 2025

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# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (CM3 5ZX)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 58 SHIREBOURN VALE, CHELMSFORD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, ESSEX CM3 5ZX |
| Price | £440,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Last sold | £421,000 Feb 2026 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 02/03/2030
- **Current heating cost:** £714/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £12,130

### Recommendations
- E (£30)
- I (£2,200 - £3,000)
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)
- U (£3,500 - £5,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8220-6427-4320-9367-2206)

## Description

**Front aspect**

Hard standing off street parking to the front of the property, gated side access, stone verge, double glazed PVC front door with frosted glass inset to:

**Hallway**

Hard wood flooring, door to Kitchen/dining area/conservatory, door to Cloakroom, stairs to the first floor, power points and radiator.

**Cloakroom**

Hard wood flooring, low level flush toilet, hand wash basin, radiator, extractor fan

**Kitchen** (18' by 9' (5m 49cm by 2m 74cm), ())

Double glazed bay window to the front aspect, Venetian blinds, tiled flooring, Kitchen island with a 4 ring gas hob and oven below and extractor fan above, eye level and base level units, double stainless steel sink with mixer taps, space for washing machine and dryer, integrated Fridge & Freezer and wine rack. Leading to:

**Dining area/conservatory** (14' by 9' (4m 27cm by 2m 74cm), ())

Ceiling fan with light fitting, double glazed windows to the rear aspect, PVC patio doors to rear garden, tilled flooring, power points, radiator

**First floor landing**

Doors to: Lounge & Bedrooms 3 & 4, double glazed window to the rear aspect and a Velux window to the rear aspect, carpeted, stairs to the 2nd floor.

**Lounge** (19' by 10' (5m 79cm by 3m 5cm), ())

Double glazed Bay window to the front aspect, double glazed window to the rear aspect, feature fireplace, 2  radiators, laminated wood flooring, 2 x 3 bulb light fitting, power points, tv points, Venetian blinds.

**Bedroom 4** (8' by 6' (2m 44cm by 1m 83cm), ())

Double glazed window to the front aspect, light pendant, laminated wood flooring, radiator, power points, Venetian blinds.

**Bedroom 3** (8' by 9' (2m 44cm by 2m 74cm), ())

Double glazed window to the rear aspect, Venetian blinds, light pendant, radiator, laminated wood flooring, power points.

**1st floor Family Bathroom**

Double glazed frosted window to the front aspect, shower cubicle, low level flush toilet, hand wash basin, radiator, extractor fan, laminated wood flooring.

**2nd Floor landing**

Carpeted, Velux window to the rear aspect, carpeted, power points, doors to: Master Bedroom, 2nd Bedroom and 2nd floor family Bathroom.

**Master Bedroom** (14' by 9' (4m 27cm by 2m 74cm), ())

Double glazed bay window to the front aspect, ceiling fan with 3 bulb light fitting, radiators, laminated wood flooring, power points, access to walk in wardrobe.

**Dressing Room** (6' by 8' (1m 83cm by 2m 44cm), ())

Velux window to rear aspect, power points, laminated wood flooring, wall that separates from the master bedroom with glass insets.

**Bedroom 2** (15' by 9' (4m 57cm by 2m 74cm), ())

Double glazed window to the front aspect, Venetian blinds, radiator, laminated wood flooring, power points, single pendant light, Velux window to the rear aspect.

**2nd floor family bathroom**

Velux window to the front aspect, tilled splash backs, low level flush toilet, hand wash basin, enclosed bath with mixer taps, laminated wood flooring, vanity unit.

**Garage**

Double length garage, up and over door to front aspect, power and lighting and eaves storage above.

**Rear garden**

Approx 50ft rear west facing garden, laid to lawn with a Indian stone patio area, wood chip area, side access, power points and water hose pipe, mature shrub boarders, access to garage.

**Rear garden**

## Property Photos

- ![Main Image](/listings/photos/160854011/998499) - Main Image
- ![Picture 2](/listings/photos/160854011/998500) - Picture 2
- ![Picture 3](/listings/photos/160854011/998501) - Picture 3
- ![Hallway](/listings/photos/160854011/998502) - Hallway
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/160854011/998503) - Kitchen
- ![Photo](/listings/photos/160854011/998504)
- ![Dining area/conservatory](/listings/photos/160854011/998505) - Dining area/conservatory
- ![Photo](/listings/photos/160854011/998506)
- ![First floor landing](/listings/photos/160854011/998507) - First floor landing
- ![Photo](/listings/photos/160854011/998508)
- ![Bedroom 4](/listings/photos/160854011/998509) - Bedroom 4
- ![Bedroom 3](/listings/photos/160854011/998510) - Bedroom 3
- ![1st floor Family Bathroom](/listings/photos/160854011/998511) - 1st floor Family Bathroom
- ![2nd Floor landing](/listings/photos/160854011/998512) - 2nd Floor landing
- ![Master Bedroom](/listings/photos/160854011/998513) - Master Bedroom
- ![Photo](/listings/photos/160854011/998514)
- ![Dressing Room](/listings/photos/160854011/998515) - Dressing Room
- ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/160854011/998516) - Bedroom 2
- ![Photo](/listings/photos/160854011/998517)
- ![2nd floor family bathroom](/listings/photos/160854011/998518) - 2nd floor family bathroom
- ![Garage](/listings/photos/160854011/998519) - Garage
- ![Rear garden](/listings/photos/160854011/998520) - Rear garden

## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/160854011/998521) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC](/listings/photos/160854011/998522) - EPC

## FENSA Certificates

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

### FENSA Certificate #6032332
- **Address:** 58 Shirebourn Vale, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5ZX
- **Certificate Issued:** 13/10/2008
- **Work Completed:** 29/09/2008
- **Items:** 6 window(s)

### FENSA Certificate #12699173
- **Address:** 58 Shirebourn Vale, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5ZX
- **Certificate Issued:** 11/12/2017
- **Work Completed:** 17/11/2017
- **Items:** 9 window(s), 1 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 58 SHIREBOURN VALE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZX | £421,000 | 20/02/2026 | Detached |
| 58 SHIREBOURN VALE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZX | £301,000 | 28/03/2008 | Detached |
| 58 SHIREBOURN VALE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZX | £142,500 | 25/02/2000 | Detached |
| 58 SHIREBOURN VALE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZX | £99,450 | 17/07/1997 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 148 INCHBONNIE ROAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZW | £480,000 | 02/12/2025 | Detached |
| 38 DRYWOODS, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZG | £487,590 | 02/12/2025 | Detached |
| 23 ASHMANS ROW, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5GD | £400,000 | 26/11/2025 | Detached |
| [Same street] 42 SHIREBOURN VALE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZX | £160,000 | 05/12/2023 | Flat |
| 29 GOLD BERRY MEAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WT | £520,000 | 05/12/2023 | Detached |
| 8 GANDALFS RIDE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WX | £535,000 | 04/12/2023 | Detached |
| 154 INCHBONNIE ROAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZW | £470,000 | 19/12/2022 | Detached |
| 1 COBURG PLACE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5LY | £363,500 | 01/12/2022 | Detached |
| 77 GANDALFS RIDE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WX | £450,000 | 25/11/2022 | Detached |
| 35 GOLD BERRY MEAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WT | £480,000 | 31/10/2022 | Detached |
| 6 PINTOLLS, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZB | £485,000 | 20/10/2022 | Detached |
| 37 PINTOLLS, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZB | £375,000 | 04/10/2022 | Detached |
| 5 GREAT SMIALS, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WN | £475,000 | 15/09/2022 | Detached |
| 2 VICTORIA ROAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5LR | £535,000 | 24/08/2022 | Detached |
| 13 HOBBITON HILL, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WZ | £550,000 | 12/07/2022 | Detached |
| 221A HULLBRIDGE ROAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5LW | £735,000 | 24/06/2022 | Detached |
| 3 THORINS GATE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZH | £390,500 | 10/06/2022 | Detached |
| 5 CRICKHOLLOW, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZR | £560,000 | 21/04/2022 | Detached |
| 36 COBURG PLACE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5LY | £332,500 | 04/04/2022 | Detached |
| 213A HULLBRIDGE ROAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5LW | £650,000 | 23/03/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 30 SHIREBOURN VALE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZX | £192,000 | 14/03/2022 | Flat |
| 7 HOBBITON HILL, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WZ | £305,000 | 18/02/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 13 SHIREBOURN VALE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZX | £415,000 | 26/11/2021 | Detached |
| [Same street] 18 SHIREBOURN VALE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZX | £405,000 | 28/10/2021 | Detached |
| [Same street] 54 SHIREBOURN VALE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZX | £385,000 | 23/08/2021 | Detached |

**Street average:** £311,400 (5 sales)
**Area average:** £478,955 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £628,679 (94 Detached, CM3, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -30%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,301/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,445/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,590/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,446/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.33% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £180,625
- **Target investor price (1%):** £144,500

*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.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £3,929/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 3.7%
- **10y growth:** 36.3%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Chelmsford; Detached series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 0.9%
- **5y growth (index):** 15.3%
- **10y growth (index):** 31.2%

## 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)

Main Image Picture 2 Picture 3 Hallway Kitchen Photo 6 Dining area/conservatory Photo 8 First floor landing Photo 10 Bedroom 4 Bedroom 3 1st floor Family Bathroom 2nd Floor landing Master Bedroom Photo 16 Dressing Room Bedroom 2 Photo 19 2nd floor family bathroom Garage Rear garden

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

112 m²

EPC rating

Last sold

£421,000 Feb 2026

Price per m²

£3,929/m²

Local average

£628,679 (-30%)

Deprivation

Decile 7 (21,906 of 33,755)

Street crime

64 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

4 Bedrooms.
2 Receptions.
3 Bathrooms.
West facing garden.
Walk to station,
Walk to town centre.
Double length garage.
Walk-in wardrobe.
Sought after road.
No onward chain.

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

OFFERS IN EXCESS OF 440,000: LARGE FAMILY HOUSE: Castle Estate Agents are delighted to present this 4 BEDROOM, 3 BATHROOM, DETACHED family house situated in a highly sought after road within close proximity to fantastic walks, local Schools, the town centre and the train station. This property has many benefits including a WEST FACING GARDEN, LARGE KITCHEN, walk in wardrobe area, DOUBLE LENGTH GARAGE, gas central heating, ground floor cloakroom with a further 2 Family Bathrooms This versatile property should be viewed as offers great space in a fantastic location Call now to view & check out our WALK THROUGH VIDEO

Front aspect
Hard standing off street parking to the front of the property, gated side access, stone verge, double glazed PVC front door with frosted glass inset to:

Hallway
Hard wood flooring, door to Kitchen/dining area/conservatory, door to Cloakroom, stairs to the first floor, power points and radiator.

Cloakroom
Hard wood flooring, low level flush toilet, hand wash basin, radiator, extractor fan

Kitchen (18' by 9' (5m 49cm by 2m 74cm), ())
Double glazed bay window to the front aspect, Venetian blinds, tiled flooring, Kitchen island with a 4 ring gas hob and oven below and extractor fan above, eye level and base level units, double stainless steel sink with mixer taps, space for washing machine and dryer, integrated Fridge & Freezer and wine rack. Leading to:

Dining area/conservatory (14' by 9' (4m 27cm by 2m 74cm), ())
Ceiling fan with light fitting, double glazed windows to the rear aspect, PVC patio doors to rear garden, tilled flooring, power points, radiator

First floor landing
Doors to: Lounge & Bedrooms 3 & 4, double glazed window to the rear aspect and a Velux window to the rear aspect, carpeted, stairs to the 2nd floor.

Lounge (19' by 10' (5m 79cm by 3m 5cm), ())
Double glazed Bay window to the front aspect, double glazed window to the rear aspect, feature fireplace, 2 radiators, laminated wood flooring, 2 x 3 bulb light fitting, power points, tv points, Venetian blinds.

Bedroom 4 (8' by 6' (2m 44cm by 1m 83cm), ())
Double glazed window to the front aspect, light pendant, laminated wood flooring, radiator, power points, Venetian blinds.

Bedroom 3 (8' by 9' (2m 44cm by 2m 74cm), ())
Double glazed window to the rear aspect, Venetian blinds, light pendant, radiator, laminated wood flooring, power points.

1st floor Family Bathroom
Double glazed frosted window to the front aspect, shower cubicle, low level flush toilet, hand wash basin, radiator, extractor fan, laminated wood flooring.

2nd Floor landing
Carpeted, Velux window to the rear aspect, carpeted, power points, doors to: Master Bedroom, 2nd Bedroom and 2nd floor family Bathroom.

Master Bedroom (14' by 9' (4m 27cm by 2m 74cm), ())
Double glazed bay window to the front aspect, ceiling fan with 3 bulb light fitting, radiators, laminated wood flooring, power points, access to walk in wardrobe.

Dressing Room (6' by 8' (1m 83cm by 2m 44cm), ())
Velux window to rear aspect, power points, laminated wood flooring, wall that separates from the master bedroom with glass insets.

Bedroom 2 (15' by 9' (4m 57cm by 2m 74cm), ())
Double glazed window to the front aspect, Venetian blinds, radiator, laminated wood flooring, power points, single pendant light, Velux window to the rear aspect.

2nd floor family bathroom
Velux window to the front aspect, tilled splash backs, low level flush toilet, hand wash basin, enclosed bath with mixer taps, laminated wood flooring, vanity unit.

Garage
Double length garage, up and over door to front aspect, power and lighting and eaves storage above.

Rear garden
Approx 50ft rear west facing garden, laid to lawn with a Indian stone patio area, wood chip area, side access, power points and water hose pipe, mature shrub boarders, access to garage.

Rear garden

Listed by

Leigh-On-Sea

Castle Estate Agents

Reference: 160854011

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 03/03/2020

Expiry date: 02/03/2030

Current heating cost: £714/year

Potential heating cost: £644/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £12,130

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

Recommendations

Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£30)
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler (£2,200 - £3,000)
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

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC

FENSA Certificates

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

FENSA Certificate #6032332

Property Details

Street: 58 Shirebourn Vale

Town: South Woodham Ferrers

Postcode: CM3 5ZX

Installation Details

Items: 6 windows

Certificate Issued: 13/10/2008

Work Completed: 29/09/2008

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #12699173

Property Details

Street: 58 Shirebourn Vale

Town: South Woodham Ferrers

Postcode: CM3 5ZX

Installation Details

Items: 9 windows and 1 door

Certificate Issued: 11/12/2017

Work Completed: 17/11/2017

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

323% since 1997

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	20/02/2026 (5 months ago)	£421,000	+39.9%
Sold	28/03/2008 (18 years ago)	£301,000	+111.2%
Sold	25/02/2000 (26 years ago)	£142,500	+43.3%
Sold	17/07/1997 (29 years ago)	£99,450	—

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
148 INCHBONNIE ROAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZW	£480,000	02/12/2025	Detached
38 DRYWOODS, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZG	£487,590	02/12/2025	Detached
23 ASHMANS ROW, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5GD	£400,000	26/11/2025	Detached
Same street 42 SHIREBOURN VALE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZX	£160,000	05/12/2023	Flat
29 GOLD BERRY MEAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WT	£520,000	05/12/2023	Detached
8 GANDALFS RIDE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WX	£535,000	04/12/2023	Detached
154 INCHBONNIE ROAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZW	£470,000	19/12/2022	Detached
1 COBURG PLACE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5LY	£363,500	01/12/2022	Detached
77 GANDALFS RIDE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WX	£450,000	25/11/2022	Detached
35 GOLD BERRY MEAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WT	£480,000	31/10/2022	Detached
6 PINTOLLS, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZB	£485,000	20/10/2022	Detached
37 PINTOLLS, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZB	£375,000	04/10/2022	Detached
5 GREAT SMIALS, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WN	£475,000	15/09/2022	Detached
2 VICTORIA ROAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5LR	£535,000	24/08/2022	Detached
13 HOBBITON HILL, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WZ	£550,000	12/07/2022	Detached
221A HULLBRIDGE ROAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5LW	£735,000	24/06/2022	Detached
3 THORINS GATE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZH	£390,500	10/06/2022	Detached
5 CRICKHOLLOW, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZR	£560,000	21/04/2022	Detached
36 COBURG PLACE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5LY	£332,500	04/04/2022	Detached
213A HULLBRIDGE ROAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5LW	£650,000	23/03/2022	Detached
Same street 30 SHIREBOURN VALE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZX	£192,000	14/03/2022	Flat
7 HOBBITON HILL, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5WZ	£305,000	18/02/2022	Detached
Same street 13 SHIREBOURN VALE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZX	£415,000	26/11/2021	Detached
Same street 18 SHIREBOURN VALE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZX	£405,000	28/10/2021	Detached
Same street 54 SHIREBOURN VALE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX, CM3 5ZX	£385,000	23/08/2021	Detached

Street average: £311,400 (5 sales)

Area average: £478,955 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 3.7%

10y growth 36.3%

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

1y (index) 0.9%

5y (index) 15.3%

10y (index) 31.2%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,301/mo

Realistic £1,445/mo

Optimistic £1,590/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Chelmsford.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Chelmsford: £1,446/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View CM3 5ZX

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	Cummins	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Gandalfs Ride	0.2 miles
Shop	Ahead4	0.4 miles
Train station	South Woodham Ferrers	0.7 miles
Train station	Battlesbridge	2.1 miles
Hospital	Southend University Hospital	6.8 miles
Hospital	Wellesley Hospital	7.8 miles
University	University of Essex	8.3 miles
University	Writtle School of Design	10.2 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	27
Anti-social behaviour	12
Criminal damage and arson	10
Public order	5
Drugs	3
Other theft	2
Vehicle crime	2
Bicycle theft	1
Burglary	1
Shoplifting	1
Total incidents	64

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
Elmwood Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 28 Feb 2014
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, SWF	Primary	0.6 miles	Good — 15 Jul 2024
Collingwood Primary School	Primary	0.6 miles	Good — 23 May 2016
Trinity St Mary's CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Woodham Ferrers	Primary	0.6 miles	Good — 21 Jun 2012
William de Ferrers School	Secondary	0.6 miles	— (Inspected (no overall grade))

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.33%

Max investor price (0.8%) £180,625

Target investor price (1%) £144,500

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).

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