# 5 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (RG14 7NA) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 21 CATHERINE ROAD, NEWBURY, WEST BERKSHIRE RG14 7NA | | Price | £600,000 | | Bedrooms | 5 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | C | | Last sold | £590,000 Feb 2026 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 11/05/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £1,196/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,500 ### Recommendations - 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/9028-3050-8205-3455-2200) ## Description This imposing and characterful 1930's bay fronted semi-detached family home is set in a quiet, tucked away position within one of Newbury's prestigious addresses. The property combines classic period features, generous living space, just a short walk from town and station. Description: 21 Catherine Road is a striking 1930's bay fronted semi-detached family home that blends period charm with generous living space. The accommodation briefly comprises a covered porch and front door which opens to a welcoming hallway that leads to a bright sitting room with a classic fireplace and bay window. From the hall there is also access to a cloakroom and kitchen/breakfast room. This impressive room has a range of eye and base level units, period fireplace and ample space for dining. Leading from the kitchen is a large garden room, that opens directly on to the garden, creating an excellent space for entertaining or relaxing. Upstairs the feeling of light and space continues with 3 double bedrooms on the first floor and a stylish family bathroom. On the second floor there are two further double bedrooms, both with eaves storage. Outside: The property is approached via a path to the front garden and further path to the front door. The garden is a particular feature of the property as it wraps around on three side and benefits from a westerly aspect and is fully enclosed and private. There is a patio leading from the house and useful timber sheds at the back of the garden. Services: All mains services connected Local Authority: West Berkshire Council Council Tax: Band C ## Property Photos - ![Picture No. 01](/listings/photos/162714890/406550) - Picture No. 01 - ![Picture No. 17](/listings/photos/162714890/406551) - Picture No. 17 - ![Picture No. 26](/listings/photos/162714890/406552) - Picture No. 26 - ![Picture No. 24](/listings/photos/162714890/406553) - Picture No. 24 - ![Picture No. 12](/listings/photos/162714890/406554) - Picture No. 12 - ![Picture No. 13](/listings/photos/162714890/406555) - Picture No. 13 - ![Picture No. 11](/listings/photos/162714890/406556) - Picture No. 11 - ![Picture No. 16](/listings/photos/162714890/406557) - Picture No. 16 - ![Picture No. 19](/listings/photos/162714890/406558) - Picture No. 19 - ![Picture No. 18](/listings/photos/162714890/406559) - Picture No. 18 - ![Picture No. 21](/listings/photos/162714890/406560) - Picture No. 21 - ![Picture No. 14](/listings/photos/162714890/406561) - Picture No. 14 - ![Picture No. 15](/listings/photos/162714890/406562) - Picture No. 15 - ![Picture No. 27](/listings/photos/162714890/406563) - Picture No. 27 - ![Picture No. 25](/listings/photos/162714890/406564) - Picture No. 25 - ![Picture No. 28](/listings/photos/162714890/406565) - Picture No. 28 - ![Picture No. 29](/listings/photos/162714890/406566) - Picture No. 29 - ![Picture No. 22](/listings/photos/162714890/406567) - Picture No. 22 - ![Picture No. 04](/listings/photos/162714890/406568) - Picture No. 04 - ![Picture No. 02](/listings/photos/162714890/406569) - Picture No. 02 - ![Picture No. 07](/listings/photos/162714890/406570) - Picture No. 07 - ![Picture No. 09](/listings/photos/162714890/406571) - Picture No. 09 - ![Google Maps Image](/listings/photos/162714890/406572) - Google Maps Image ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/162714890/406573) - Floorplan ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/162714890/406574) - EPC Rating Graph ## FENSA Certificates This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #4412896 - **Address:** 21 Catherine Road, NEWBURY, RG14 7NA - **Certificate Issued:** 23/01/2007 - **Work Completed:** 08/01/2007 - **Items:** 15 window(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 21 CATHERINE ROAD, NEWBURY, WEST BERKSHIRE, RG14 7NA | £590,000 | 20/02/2026 | Semi-detached | | 21 CATHERINE ROAD, NEWBURY, WEST BERKSHIRE, RG14 7NA | £475,000 | 16/02/2018 | Semi-detached | | 21 CATHERINE ROAD, NEWBURY, WEST BERKSHIRE, RG14 7NA | £225,000 | 04/06/2009 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 57 ST JOHNS ROAD, NEWBURY, WEST BERKSHIRE, RG14 7PR | £485,000 | 24/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | CATHERINE VILLA STATION ROAD, NEWBURY, WEST BERKSHIRE, RG14 7LP | £575,000 | 17/02/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 13 CATHERINE ROAD, NEWBURY, WEST BERKSHIRE, RG14 7NA | £270,000 | 18/10/2021 | Flat | | [Same street] 1 FLAT 1 CATHERINE ROAD, NEWBURY, WEST BERKSHIRE, RG14 7NA | £220,000 | 26/07/2021 | Flat | **Street average:** £245,000 (2 sales) **Area average:** £530,000 (2 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £400,878 (39 Semi-detached, RG14, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +49.7% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (West Berkshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,155/mo - **Realistic:** £1,283/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,411/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Cherwell Valley (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,446/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 5 Bed Detached House, Lamtarra Way, RG14 | £2,700/mo | 5 | 0.88 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £2,700/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.45% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £337,500 - **Target investor price (1%):** £270,000 *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 £2,700/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 5.4% - **Cost-to-rent:** 18.5× - **Monthly cashflow:** £42/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 0.3% *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:** £3,659/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 8.9% - **10y growth:** 19.9% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for West Berkshire; Semi-detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.1% - **5y growth (index):** 21% - **10y growth (index):** 31% ## 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)