Sold STC Semi-detached

11 HOWARD ROAD

ROYSTON, MELDRETH, CAMBRIDGESHIRE SG8 6LU

4 beds 1 baths 1,173 sq ft Listed 17 Oct 2024 (-608d)

£425,000

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# 4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (SG8 6LU)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 11 HOWARD ROAD, ROYSTON, MELDRETH, CAMBRIDGESHIRE SG8 6LU |
| Price | £425,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | D |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1950-1966 |
| Floor area | 109 m² |
| Last sold | £418,000 Jun 2025 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** E
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 13/10/2034
- **Current heating cost:** £1,260/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £18,175

### Recommendations
- A2 (£850 - £1,500)
- B (£500 - £1,500)
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)
- X (£1,500)
- U (£3,500 - £5,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2390-4040-0122-3499-3043)

## Description

About Meldreth

Meldreth is a picturesque village in South Cambridgeshire with a rich history dating back to medieval times. Evidence of its long heritage includes the 13th-century church of Holy Trinity and remnants of agricultural and industrial activity, such as the once-thriving watercress beds along the River Mel. The village retains much of its historical charm while offering modern conveniences and excellent transport links. A direct train from Meldreth takes just 50 minutes to London King's Cross and 16 minutes to Cambridge, making it ideal for commuters.

For families, the village offers excellent educational options.  Meldreth Primary School, located on High Street, is highly regarded with a "Good" rating from Ofsted. Nearby Bassingbourn Village College, also rated "Good," provides further educational opportunities.

Meldreth is home to a lovely traditional pubs like The British Queen, known for its friendly atmosphere, homemade seasonal dishes, and recently revamped garden. With its blend of historical charm, excellent schools, and convenient travel options, Meldreth offers a peaceful yet connected village lifestyle.

## Property Photos

- ![Front](/listings/photos/153888131/257418) - Front
- ![Summer Room 2](/listings/photos/153888131/257419) - Summer Room 2
- ![Rear 2](/listings/photos/153888131/257420) - Rear 2
- ![Garden](/listings/photos/153888131/257421) - Garden
- ![WC](/listings/photos/153888131/257422) - WC
- ![Kitchen 3](/listings/photos/153888131/257423) - Kitchen 3
- ![Rear](/listings/photos/153888131/257424) - Rear
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/153888131/257425) - Bathroom
- ![Bedroom 1](/listings/photos/153888131/257426) - Bedroom 1
- ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/153888131/257427) - Bedroom 2
- ![Bedroom 3](/listings/photos/153888131/257428) - Bedroom 3
- ![Kitchen 1](/listings/photos/153888131/257429) - Kitchen 1
- ![Kitchen 2](/listings/photos/153888131/257430) - Kitchen 2
- ![Kitchen 3](/listings/photos/153888131/257431) - Kitchen 3
- ![Kitchen main](/listings/photos/153888131/257432) - Kitchen main
- ![Lounge 2](/listings/photos/153888131/257433) - Lounge 2
- ![Lounge 3](/listings/photos/153888131/257434) - Lounge 3
- ![Lounge](/listings/photos/153888131/257435) - Lounge
- ![Orangery](/listings/photos/153888131/257436) - Orangery

## Floorplans

- ![Howard Rd Floorplan](/listings/photos/153888131/257437) - Howard Rd Floorplan

## EPC Graphs

- ![Energy Efficiency](/listings/photos/153888131/257438) - Energy Efficiency
- ![Environment Impact](/listings/photos/153888131/257439) - Environment Impact

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #8356268
- **Address:** 11 Howard Road, Meldreth, SG8 6LU
- **Certificate Issued:** 29/08/2011
- **Work Completed:** 06/08/2011
- **Items:** 1 door(s)

### FENSA Certificate #5014610
- **Address:** 11 Howard Road, Meldreth, SG8 6LU
- **Certificate Issued:** 03/09/2007
- **Work Completed:** 16/08/2007
- **Items:** 1 door(s)

### FENSA Certificate #11443668
- **Address:** 11 Howard Road, Meldreth, SG8 6LU
- **Certificate Issued:** 16/02/2016
- **Work Completed:** 01/12/2015
- **Items:** 6 window(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 11 HOWARD ROAD, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LU | £418,000 | 25/06/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 11 HOWARD ROAD, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LU | £176,000 | 31/03/2004 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 78 HIGH STREET, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LA | £540,000 | 04/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 22 FLAMBARDS CLOSE, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6JX | £470,000 | 28/11/2025 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 39 HOWARD ROAD, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LU | £350,000 | 09/05/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 45 CHISWICK END, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LZ | £685,000 | 06/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 8 HOWARD ROAD, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LU | £325,000 | 24/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 47 CHISWICK END, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LZ | £680,000 | 08/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 15 FLAMBARDS CLOSE, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6JX | £377,000 | 30/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 34 HOWARD ROAD, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LU | £406,000 | 28/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 3 RAILWAY CLOSE, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6FR | £317,950 | 21/12/2021 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 22 HOWARD ROAD, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LU | £356,218 | 29/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 7 WESTACRE, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6GG | £334,000 | 17/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 20 HOWARD ROAD, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LU | £365,000 | 31/08/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 9 THE GRANGE, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6JZ | £325,000 | 20/07/2021 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £360,444 (5 sales)
**Area average:** £466,119 (8 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £422,923 (29 Semi-detached, SG8, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +0.5%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,262/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,402/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,542/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,047/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.33% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £175,250
- **Target investor price (1%):** £140,200

*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:** £3,899/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 21.5%
- **10y growth:** 20.3%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for South Cambridgeshire; Semi-detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 0.4%
- **5y growth (index):** 13.1%
- **10y growth (index):** 26.8%

## 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 Summer Room 2 Rear 2 Garden WC Kitchen 3 Rear Bathroom Bedroom 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Kitchen 1 Kitchen 2 Kitchen 3 Kitchen main Lounge 2 Lounge 3 Lounge Orangery

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

109 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1950-1966

Last sold

£418,000 Jun 2025

Price per m²

£3,899/m²

Local average

£422,923 (+0.5%)

Deprivation

Decile 6 (18,293 of 33,755)

Street crime

16 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Off Road Parking
Orangery
Semi-Detached
Generous Garden
Located in a desirable historic village
4 bedrooms
Garage

Additional details

Heating: Oil
Parking: Garage, Off street, No disabled parking, Not allocated, No permit
Garden: Private garden, Rear garden, Back garden
Listed property: No
Restrictions: No
Required access: No
Rights of way: No
Flooded in last 5 years: No
Flood defences: No

Description

Abode are delighted to offer to market this versatile semi-detached family home in the popular South Cambridgeshire Village of Meldreth. On the ground floor we find a large kitchen/dining room, reception room leading to a modern orangery, a side entrance hall, with separate fourth bedroom/snug and WC, upstairs we find two generous double bedrooms with built in wardrobes, a single bedroom and a recently renovated shower room. The property further benefits from a generous and mature garden, garage, off-road parking, and a modern well insulated office building to the rear of the property. The property further benefits from being just an 8 minute walk away, with mainline connections to Cambridge and London Kings Cross. Viewings are by prior appointment only, contact Abode today to avoid disappointment..

About Meldreth

Meldreth is a picturesque village in South Cambridgeshire with a rich history dating back to medieval times. Evidence of its long heritage includes the 13th-century church of Holy Trinity and remnants of agricultural and industrial activity, such as the once-thriving watercress beds along the River Mel. The village retains much of its historical charm while offering modern conveniences and excellent transport links. A direct train from Meldreth takes just 50 minutes to London King's Cross and 16 minutes to Cambridge, making it ideal for commuters.

For families, the village offers excellent educational options. Meldreth Primary School, located on High Street, is highly regarded with a "Good" rating from Ofsted. Nearby Bassingbourn Village College, also rated "Good," provides further educational opportunities.

Meldreth is home to a lovely traditional pubs like The British Queen, known for its friendly atmosphere, homemade seasonal dishes, and recently revamped garden. With its blend of historical charm, excellent schools, and convenient travel options, Meldreth offers a peaceful yet connected village lifestyle.

Listed by

Royston

Abode Town and Country Properties Ltd

Reference: 153888131

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: E

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 14/10/2024

Expiry date: 13/10/2034

Current heating cost: £1,260/year

Potential heating cost: £886/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £18,175

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

Recommendations

Flat roof or sloping ceiling insulation (£850 - £1,500)
Cavity wall insulation (£500 - £1,500)
Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
High performance external doors (£1,500)
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

Howard Rd Floorplan

EPC Graphs

Energy Efficiency

Environment Impact

FENSA Certificates

This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #8356268

Property Details

Street: 11 Howard Road

Town: Meldreth

Postcode: SG8 6LU

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 29/08/2011

Work Completed: 06/08/2011

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #5014610

Property Details

Street: 11 Howard Road

Town: Meldreth

Postcode: SG8 6LU

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 03/09/2007

Work Completed: 16/08/2007

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #11443668

Property Details

Street: 11 Howard Road

Town: Meldreth

Postcode: SG8 6LU

Installation Details

Items: 6 windows

Certificate Issued: 16/02/2016

Work Completed: 01/12/2015

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

138% since 2004

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	25/06/2025 (11 months ago)	£418,000	+137.5%
Sold	31/03/2004 (22 years ago)	£176,000	—

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
78 HIGH STREET, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LA	£540,000	04/12/2025	Semi-detached
22 FLAMBARDS CLOSE, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6JX	£470,000	28/11/2025	Semi-detached
Same street 39 HOWARD ROAD, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LU	£350,000	09/05/2023	Semi-detached
45 CHISWICK END, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LZ	£685,000	06/12/2022	Semi-detached
Same street 8 HOWARD ROAD, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LU	£325,000	24/10/2022	Terraced
47 CHISWICK END, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LZ	£680,000	08/09/2022	Semi-detached
15 FLAMBARDS CLOSE, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6JX	£377,000	30/03/2022	Semi-detached
Same street 34 HOWARD ROAD, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LU	£406,000	28/01/2022	Semi-detached
3 RAILWAY CLOSE, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6FR	£317,950	21/12/2021	Semi-detached
Same street 22 HOWARD ROAD, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LU	£356,218	29/09/2021	Semi-detached
7 WESTACRE, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6GG	£334,000	17/09/2021	Semi-detached
Same street 20 HOWARD ROAD, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6LU	£365,000	31/08/2021	Semi-detached
9 THE GRANGE, MELDRETH, ROYSTON, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, SG8 6JZ	£325,000	20/07/2021	Semi-detached

Street average: £360,444 (5 sales)

Area average: £466,119 (8 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 21.5%

10y growth 20.3%

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

1y (index) 0.4%

5y (index) 13.1%

10y (index) 26.8%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,262/mo

Realistic £1,402/mo

Optimistic £1,542/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → South Cambridgeshire.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Peterborough: £1,047/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View SG8 6LU

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Elin Way	0.1 miles
Shop	One Stop	0.2 miles
Train station	Meldreth	0.2 miles
Shop	Meldreth Motor Company	0.2 miles
Hospital	Kneesworth House Hospital	1.9 miles
Train station	Shepreth	1.9 miles
Hospital	Cambridge Private Hospital (Orwell Grange)	3.0 miles
University	University of Cambridge	4.9 miles
University	Mullard Radio Astronomy Observatory	5.3 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	10
Criminal damage and arson	2
Public order	2
Other theft	1
Vehicle crime	1
Total incidents	16

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
Meldreth Primary School	Primary	0.2 miles	Good — 16 Feb 2011
Aurora Meldreth Manor School	Other	0.4 miles	Good — 13 Jan 2022
Melbourn Village College	Secondary	0.7 miles	Inadequate — 5 Nov 2023
Melbourn Primary School	Primary	0.9 miles	Good — 12 Apr 2016
Roman Way Academy	Primary	2.6 miles	Good — 16 Nov 2023

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 4-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.33%

Max investor price (0.8%) £175,250

Target investor price (1%) £140,200

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).