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FLAT 12

CHELSEA COURT, DESBOROUGH PARK ROAD, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE HP12 3BG

1 beds 1 baths 398 sq ft Listed 13 Oct 2024 (-612d)

£200,000

Reduced on 7 Nov 2024

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Property details

Tenure

LEASEHOLD (146 years remaining on lease)

Floor area

37 m²

Council tax band

B

EPC rating

D

Last sold

£192,000 Apr 2021

Price per m²

£5,405/m²

Local average

£229,850 (-13%)

Deprivation

Decile 3 (9,377 of 33,755)

Street crime

323 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Guide Price £210,000 to £220,000
  • 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom
  • Approx 396 sq.ft
  • Situated on the first floor
  • 145-year lease
  • Modern open plan kitchen
  • Bathroom with shower, under floor heating and a Bluetooth mirror
  • Bright flat with natural light
  • Wooden floors
  • Allocated parking

Additional details

Parking
Off street, Allocated
Listed property
No

Description

Guide Price £210,000 to £220,000
A delightful one-bedroom, one-bathroom flat situated on Desborough Park Road in the vibrant town of High Wycombe. This well-maintained, compact property is ideal for first-time buyers, young professionals, or investors looking for a low-maintenance home with excellent rental potential. Offering modern comforts including underfloor heating and a Bluetooth mirror in the bathroom and smart featured throughout the flat controlled with your mobile as well as offering a convenient location, this flat ticks all the boxes for those seeking affordable urban living.
Key Features:
Prime Location in High Wycombe: Chelsea Court benefits from a highly desirable location just minutes from High Wycombe town centre, where you’ll find a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants. The popular Eden Shopping Centre is nearby, offering a mix of high street stores, supermarkets, and leisure facilities including a cinema and gym.
Excellent Transport Links for Commuters: The property offers superb connectivity with High Wycombe train station just a short walk or drive away, providing direct and fast trains to London Marylebone in less than 30 minutes – perfect for commuters. Easy access to the M40 motorway also makes getting around by car a breeze, whether you're heading into London or exploring the beautiful surrounding countryside.
Local Amenities and Green Spaces: For those who enjoy the outdoors, the nearby Desborough Recreation Ground is perfect for walks, picnics, or outdoor sports. High Wycombe also boasts several other parks and open spaces, ideal for weekend relaxation. Local schools, healthcare facilities, and leisure centres are all within close proximity, ensuring convenience and ease of living.
Comfortable Living in a Compact Space: While this flat is modest in size, it makes up for it with its thoughtful layout and comfortable living spaces. The living area is cozy yet practical, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The modern kitchen comes equipped with everything you need for daily life, and the bedroom is bright and welcoming with plenty of natural light. The contemporary bathroom features stylish fittings, ensuring comfort and convenience.
Community-Oriented and Secure: Chelsea Court is a friendly, secure residential block, perfect for those looking for a quiet environment with a community feel. The building is well-maintained, and the flat offers a low-maintenance lifestyle, freeing up time for you to enjoy everything the surrounding area has to offer.

This one-bedroom flat is perfect for those seeking an affordable entry point into the property market without sacrificing on location or convenience. Its close proximity to the town centre and excellent transport links makes it an attractive option for professionals commuting to London or other surrounding areas. For investors, this property also presents great potential for steady rental income given the high demand for housing in High Wycombe.

Listed by

London

Loporto Browne Residential LTD

Reference: 153713369

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: D

Inspection date: 10/03/2021

Expiry date: 09/03/2031

Current heating cost: £307/year

Potential heating cost: £307/year

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

EPC 1

Price history

Event Date Price % change
Sold 19/04/2021 (5 years ago) £192,000

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
18 BEVELWOOD GARDENS, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3EZ £125,000 12/01/2026 Flat
WYE GARDENS FLAT 17 FRYERS LANE, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3DU £205,000 05/12/2025 Flat
7D DESBOROUGH PARK ROAD, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3BQ £240,000 19/03/2025 Flat
REGENCY COURT 9 BARTLETT CRESCENT, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3AG £285,000 31/05/2024 Flat
126A ABERCROMBY AVENUE, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3BJ £185,000 20/12/2023 Flat
EDEN GARDENS, 179 9 WEST WYCOMBE ROAD, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3QG £235,000 15/12/2023 Flat
DILWYN COURT FLAT 1 ABERCROMBY AVENUE, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3BH £148,000 20/10/2023 Flat
SHERATON COURT 4 BARTLETT CRESCENT, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3DY £250,000 20/10/2023 Flat
EDEN GARDENS, 179 19 WEST WYCOMBE ROAD, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3QG £252,000 09/10/2023 Flat
CHELSEA COURT FLAT 11 DESBOROUGH PARK ROAD, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3BG £165,000 19/07/2023 Flat
REGENCY COURT 2 BARTLETT CRESCENT, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3AG £250,000 05/05/2023 Flat
REGENCY COURT 7 BARTLETT CRESCENT, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3AG £227,500 12/12/2022 Flat
STRATA HOUSE, 201 FLAT 11 WEST WYCOMBE ROAD, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3AW £325,500 09/12/2022 Flat
19 BEVELWOOD GARDENS, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3EZ £135,500 09/12/2022 Flat
24 BEVELWOOD GARDENS, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3EZ £165,000 30/09/2022 Flat
WYE GARDENS FLAT 11 FRYERS LANE, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3DU £195,000 28/09/2022 Flat
185 FLAT 6 WEST WYCOMBE ROAD, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3AF £202,500 28/09/2022 Flat
122A ABERCROMBY AVENUE, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3BJ £125,000 09/09/2022 Flat
185 FLAT 4 WEST WYCOMBE ROAD, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3AF £200,000 08/09/2022 Flat
STRATA HOUSE, 201 FLAT 1 WEST WYCOMBE ROAD, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP12 3AW £280,000 26/08/2022 Flat

Area average: £209,800 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 1.9%
10y growth 11.2%

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

1y (index) -5.3%
5y (index) 2.9%
10y (index) 10.3%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,326/mo
Realistic £1,473/mo
Optimistic £1,620/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Buckinghamshire.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Leicester: £539/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

43 Desborough Park Road

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop Kays Corner 0.0 miles
Shop Unknown 0.0 miles
Bus stop Half Moon PH 0.1 miles
University Buckinghamshire New University (Wycombe Campus) 0.9 miles
Hospital Wycombe General Hospital 1.0 miles
Train station High Wycombe 1.2 miles
Hospital Priory Hospital High Wycombe 1.7 miles
Train station Saunderton 3.6 miles
University National Film and Television School 6.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 134
Anti-social behaviour 39
Shoplifting 32
Public order 25
Drugs 24
Criminal damage and arson 20
Other theft 15
Vehicle crime 14
Other crime 7
Burglary 4
Possession of weapons 3
Robbery 3
Theft from the person 2
Bicycle theft 1
Total incidents 323

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
Unity College Other 0.2 miles Good — 24 Mar 2022
Oakridge School Primary 0.3 miles Good — 5 May 2022
Millbrook Combined School Primary 0.4 miles Requires improvement — 10 Jul 2023
The Disraeli School Primary 0.5 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
Castlefield School Primary 0.8 miles Good — 4 Feb 2015

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
1 Bed Flat, Tavistock Mews, HP12 £1,050/mo 1 0.19 miles OpenRent
1 Bed Terraced House, West Wycombe Road, HP12 £1,095/mo 1 0.22 miles OpenRent
1 Bed Flat, Cumbrian Way, HP13 £1,250/mo 1 0.32 miles OpenRent
1 Bed Flat, Spearing Road, HP12 £1,000/mo 1 0.37 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,099/mo (4 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.54%
Max investor price (0.8%) £134,125
Target investor price (1%) £107,300
Gross yield 6.4%
Cost-to-rent ratio 15.5×
Monthly cashflow £153/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 3.2%
  • 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).