# 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 | | Last sold | £418,000 Jun 2025 | ## 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. ## 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.* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 16.1% - **10y growth:** 21% ## 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)