Sold STC Flat

42 QUEEN MARY ROAD

LONDON, UPPER NORWOOD, GREATER LONDON SE19 3NW

1 beds 1 baths 64 m² Listed 12 Jun 2025 (-368d)

£300,000

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Property details

Tenure

SHARE_OF_FREEHOLD (71 years remaining on lease)

Floor area

64 m²

Last sold

£267,500 Jan 2026

Local average

£376,427 (-20.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 6 (18,693 of 33,755)

Street crime

436 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • GENEROUS DOUBLE BEDROOM
  • GROUND FLOOR FLAT
  • VICTORIAN CONVERSION
  • REAR GARDEN
  • SIDE ACCESS
  • SEPERATE KITCHEN
  • GAS HEATING
  • 1 MILE FROM WEST NORWOOD TRAIN STATION
  • 1.6 MILES FROM CRYSTAL PALACE PARK
  • (DISTANCES ESTIMATED VIA GOOGLE MAPS)

Additional details

Electricity
Generator/private supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Parking
On street
Garden
Yes
Listed property
No
Restrictions
Yes
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No
Source of flood
Groundwater

Description

Nestled on the charming Queen Mary Road, this delightful flat offers a perfect blend of classic elegance and modern convenience. Housed within a Victorian conversion dating, the property exudes character and warmth, making it an inviting home for individuals or couples.

The flat features a spacious reception room, ideal for both relaxation and entertaining guests. The well-proportioned double bedroom provides a peaceful retreat, ensuring restful nights and a comfortable living experience. The bathroom is thoughtfully designed, catering to all your daily needs.

One of the standout features of this property is the rear garden, a rare find in London flats. This outdoor space offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or hosting summer gatherings.

With its prime location, this flat is well-connected to local amenities, transport links, and the vibrant culture of Crystal Palace park 1.6 miles away. Whether you are seeking a sound investment, this property presents an excellent opportunity to embrace the charm of Victorian living in a bustling urban setting.

Croydon Council: Band B (£1929.00)
Share of Freehold
Remaining years: Vendor will be extending the lease as part of the sale
Ground Rent: £0
Service Charge: SHARED AD HOC

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Disclaimer
These particulars are provided as a general outline only for the guidance of intending purchasers or lessees and do not form part of any offer or contract. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition, and necessary permissions for use and occupation are given in good faith and believed to be correct, but prospective purchasers, lessees, or third parties should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact and must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy.
No responsibility is taken for any error, omission, or misstatement. We have not carried out a structural survey, nor tested the services, appliances, or specific fittings. All photographs, measurements, floor plans, and distances are for guidance only and should not be relied upon for the purchase of carpets or other fixtures or fittings. External areas and features, as well as tenure and lease details, cannot be guaranteed and must be verified by a solicitor. Lease terms, service charges, and ground rents are provided as a guide only and should be confirmed by legal advisors.
No person in the employment of Galloways has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to this property. Quoted prices, rents, or other costs are correct at the time of publication and, unless otherwise stated, are exclusive of VAT.
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Disclosure of Referral Fees
As well as any commission or fees you pay to Galloways, we may also receive a commission, payment, fee, or other reward (known as a referral fee) from selected service providers for recommending their services to you.
We believe our clients may benefit from using the services of our recommended solicitors, mortgage advisers, concierge service, and surveyors. The providers we regularly work with are:
Solicitors: Lewis Nedas Law, Setfords Solicitors, Taylor Rose Solicitors
Mortgage/Financial Services: Trinity Finance, Eternity Financial Services
Surveyors: Reliable Surveyors, MAP Surveyors
Concierge: Help the Move
If you choose to use one of these providers, please note the following:
For Lewis Nedas Law, Setfords Solicitors, and Taylor Rose Solicitors, Galloways receives a referral fee of £180.00 inc VAT per referral.
For MAP Surveyors, Galloways receives a referral fee of £50.00 inc VAT per referral.
For mortgage and financial services, Galloways may receive a referral fee, the amount of which depends on the property value and mortgage level. Details are available on request.
You are under no obligation to use any of the recommended providers. Should you accept our recommendation, the relevant provider is expected to pay us the corresponding referral fee. This referral fee is separate from your obligation to pay Galloways’ own fees or commission.
Tenant Fee Information
(For all new Assured Shorthold Tenancies signed on or after 1st June 2019)
•Holding Deposit – One week’s rent. Retained only if you withdraw, fail a Right-to-Rent check, provide false or misleading information, or fail to sign the tenancy agreement/guarantee within 15 days.
•Tenancy Deposit – Up to five weeks’ rent (annual rent under £50,000) or six weeks’ rent (annual rent £50,000 or above).
•Late Rent Payments – Interest at 3% above the Bank of England base rate from the rent due date until paid (applies once rent is 14+ days in arrears, backdated to the due date).
•Lost Keys / Security Devices – Cost of replacement. If locks must be changed, tenants are responsible for the locksmith, new lock, and replacement keys.
•Tenancy Variations / Changes – £50 (inc. VAT) per agreed change. This covers landlord instructions, preparation of legal documents, and change-of-sharer situations, including associated legal costs.
•Early Termination – If you leave before the end of your tenancy and the landlord agrees, you will be liable for the landlord’s costs to re-let the property, plus rent due until a replacement tenancy commences.
•Utility Payments – Tenants remain responsible for all utility bills, Council Tax, and TV license, unless otherwise agreed. Refer to your tenancy agreement for details.
Regulatory Memberships
Galloways is a member of Propertymark (ARLA & NAEA) and The Property Ombudsman (TPO). Client money is protected through CMP.

Listed by

West Norwood

Galloways

Reference: 163237481

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Queen Mary Road

Queen Mary Road

EPC Graphs

EE Rating

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Price history

438% since 1998

Event Date Price % change
Sold 16/01/2026 (4 months ago) £267,500 +437.7%
Sold 08/05/1998 (28 years ago) £49,750

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
CROWN POINT 14 BEULAH HILL, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NF £295,000 25/07/2025 Flat
307 FLAT 36 BEULAH HILL, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3UZ £315,000 26/11/2024 Flat
CROWN POINT 21 BEULAH HILL, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NF £150,000 14/12/2023 Flat
LEWIS HOUSE, 224 FLAT 11 BEULAH HILL, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3UX £449,000 09/11/2023 Flat
280 FLAT 1 BEULAH HILL, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3HF £450,000 01/08/2023 Flat
HOOK HOUSE FLAT 5 KNIGHTS HILL, LONDON, LAMBETH, GREATER LONDON, SE27 0EN £285,000 28/07/2023 Flat
15B QUEEN MARY ROAD, UPPER NORWOOD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NN £405,000 28/07/2023 Flat
CROWN POINT 18 BEULAH HILL, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NF £250,000 27/07/2023 Flat
216 BEULAH HILL, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3UX £150,000 05/05/2023 Flat
37 QUEEN MARY ROAD, UPPER NORWOOD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NN £450,000 21/04/2023 Flat
16 MOORE ROAD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3RA £215,000 24/02/2023 Flat
8 MOORE ROAD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3RA £193,130 07/12/2022 Flat
117A QUEEN MARY ROAD, UPPER NORWOOD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NL £337,500 02/12/2022 Flat
294 FLAT 1 BEULAH HILL, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3HF £370,000 30/11/2022 Flat
Same street COURTEEN QUEEN MARY ROAD, UPPER NORWOOD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NW £315,000 25/11/2022 Flat
121 FLAT 3 QUEEN MARY ROAD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NL £120,000 23/11/2022 Flat
59A QUEEN MARY ROAD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NL £450,000 31/10/2022 Flat
71 QUEEN MARY ROAD, UPPER NORWOOD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NL £329,000 27/10/2022 Flat
29 BEAUMONT ROAD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3QZ £380,000 21/10/2022 Flat
316 FLAT 2 BEULAH HILL, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3HF £390,000 30/09/2022 Flat
Same street 24 THE FIRST FLOOR FLAT AT QUEEN MARY ROAD, UPPER NORWOOD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NW £417,500 29/09/2022 Flat
Same street 52 QUEEN MARY ROAD, UPPER NORWOOD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NW £365,000 27/09/2022 Flat
23A BEAUMONT ROAD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3QZ £325,000 13/09/2022 Flat
Same street TUDOR HOUSE FLAT 2 QUEEN MARY ROAD, UPPER NORWOOD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NW £330,000 01/07/2022 Flat
Same street 32 QUEEN MARY ROAD, UPPER NORWOOD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NW £400,000 25/04/2022 Flat
Same street 22A QUEEN MARY ROAD, UPPER NORWOOD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NW £378,000 12/01/2022 Flat
Same street 48 QUEEN MARY ROAD, UPPER NORWOOD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NW £353,000 15/07/2021 Flat
Same street 54 QUEEN MARY ROAD, UPPER NORWOOD, LONDON, CROYDON, GREATER LONDON, SE19 3NW £382,000 18/06/2021 Flat

Street average: £367,563 (8 sales)

Area average: £315,432 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -3.5%
10y growth 0.4%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Croydon. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of March 2026.

1y (index) -6.3%
5y (index) -8.2%
10y (index) 2.8%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,409/mo
Realistic £1,565/mo
Optimistic £1,722/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Croydon.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Cambridge: £898/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Biggin Hill 0.1 miles
Bus stop Grecian Crescent 0.1 miles
Shop Maison Bohiti 0.2 miles
Shop Lanudromatic 0.2 miles
Hospital British Home & Hospital for Incurables 0.2 miles
Train station West Norwood 0.8 miles
Train station Gipsy Hill 0.9 miles
Hospital Maternity Reception 2.1 miles
University Horton Halls Reception 3.4 miles
University University of Wales Trinity Saint David London Campus 4.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 117
Anti-social behaviour 116
Vehicle crime 43
Burglary 26
Other theft 23
Criminal damage and arson 22
Shoplifting 20
Theft from the person 20
Robbery 14
Public order 13
Drugs 10
Other crime 8
Bicycle theft 3
Possession of weapons 1
Total incidents 436

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
St Joseph's RC Junior School Primary 0.2 miles Outstanding — 23 Jul 2018
St Joseph's College Secondary 0.2 miles Good — 23 Jun 2020
St Joseph's RC Infant School Primary 0.2 miles Good — 30 Jan 2019
The Norwood School Secondary 0.2 miles Good — 27 Apr 2023
The Cedars School Other 0.3 miles (No rating)

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
Studio Flat, Beulah Hill, SE19 £1,295/mo 1 0.18 miles OpenRent
1 Bed Flat, Thornlaw Road, SE27 £1,625/mo 1 0.58 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,460/mo (2 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.49%
Max investor price (0.8%) £182,500
Target investor price (1%) £146,000
Gross yield 5.8%
Cost-to-rent ratio 17.1×
Monthly cashflow £108/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 1.5%
  • 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).