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MARGARET COTTAGE, SAFFRON WALDEN, LANGLEY UPPER GREEN, ESSEX CB11 4RU
£395,000
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Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
102 m²
Council tax band
C
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: before 1900
Last sold
£395,000 Jul 2025
Price per m²
£3,873/m²
Local average
£327,602 (+20.6%)
Deprivation
Decile 7 (20,658 of 33,755)
Street crime
0 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- 2 Bedroom Mid Terrace Cottage
- Offered Chain Free
- Parking
- Approx. 1 Acre of Grounds
- Countryside Views
- South Facing Garden
- Potential Rental Income £1350 - £1400 PCM
- Council Tax Band C
- EPC Rating D
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Step outside and be captivated by approximately 1 acre of enchanting gardens, offering plenty of space to relax, entertain, or simply soak up the tranquility. At the heart of the south facing garden, you'll find a charming shepherd's hut with light & power — ideal as a guest retreat or quiet hideaway.
The cottage enjoys breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, making it a true sanctuary for nature lovers and those seeking a slower pace of life.
Council Tax Band C. EPC Rating D.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS:
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum of six months, with the exception of short term accommodation. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions.
BUYERS INFORMATION
To conform with government Money Laundering Regulations 2019, we are required to confirm the identity of all prospective buyers. We use the services of a third party, Lifetime Legal, who will contact you directly at an agreed time to do this. They will need the full name, date of birth and current address of all buyers. There is a nominal charge of £60 plus VAT for this (for the transaction not per person), payable direct to Lifetime Legal. Please note, we are unable to issue a memorandum of sale until the checks are complete.
REFERRAL FEES
We may refer you to recommended providers of ancillary services such as Conveyancing, Financial Services, Insurance and Surveying. We may receive a commission payment fee or other benefit (known as a referral fee) for recommending their services. You are not under any obligation to use the services of the recommended provider. The ancillary service provider may be an associated company of Intercounty.'
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Listed by
Saffron Walden
AIG (AL) LTD - LSL Franchise
Reference: 160085153
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 25/08/2020
Expiry date: 24/08/2030
Current heating cost: £505/year
Potential heating cost: £370/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £23,500
Recommendations
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #11012090
Property Details
Street: 2 Highfields
Town: Langley Upper Green
Postcode: CB11 4RU
Installation Details
Items: 1 window
Certificate Issued: 01/06/2015
Work Completed: 14/04/2015
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #11536070
Property Details
Street: 2 Highfields
Town: Langley Upper Green
Postcode: CB11 4RU
Installation Details
Items: 2 doors
Certificate Issued: 04/04/2016
Work Completed: 12/02/2016
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #2433254
Property Details
Street: 2 Highfields
Town: Langley Upper Green
Postcode: CB11 4RU
Installation Details
Items: 12 windows
Certificate Issued: 31/01/2005
Work Completed: 12/05/2004
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
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 31/07/2025 (10 months ago) | £395,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEHYE, LANGLEY UPPER GREEN, SAFFRON WALDEN, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX, CB11 4RU | £345,000 | 30/07/2021 | Terraced |
Area average: £345,000 (1 sale)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Uttlesford. Series: Terraced. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Uttlesford. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Uttlesford.
Location
Address
Valance Road
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Long Ley | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Unknown | 2.6 miles |
| Shop | Spar | 2.7 miles |
| Train station | Audley End | 4.4 miles |
| Train station | Newport | 4.7 miles |
| Hospital | Royston Hospital | 6.4 miles |
| Hospital | Saffron Walden Community Hospital (no A&E) | 6.9 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Total incidents | 0 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clavering Primary School | Primary | 2.5 miles | Good — 6 Sep 2022 |
| Anstey First School | Primary | 2.9 miles | Good — 4 Feb 2016 |
| Chrishall Holy Trinity and St Nicholas CofE (Aided) Primary School and Pre-School | Primary | 2.9 miles | Good — 27 Mar 2012 |
| Barley (VA) Church of England First School | Primary | 3.7 miles | Good — 14 Mar 2023 |
| Furneux Pelham Church of England School | Primary | 4.3 miles | Good — 3 Mar 2020 |
Rental Comparables
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).