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34 BIRLING ROAD

TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT TN2 5LY

2 baths 4,123 sq ft Listed 12 Mar 2024 (-827d)

£1,875,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

383 m²

Council tax band

G

EPC rating

C

Year built

England and Wales: 1900-1929

Last sold

£1,683,434 Sep 2024

Price per m²

£4,896/m²

Local average

£853,288 (+119.7%)

Deprivation

Decile 10 (33,326 of 33,755)

Street crime

88 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Sold by Fine & Country
  • A handsome 7 bedroom Edwardian home in a popular location
  • Close to High Street, Pantiles and mainline station
  • Large front and rear gardens
  • Detached double garage with bonus room over
  • Spacious rooms with high ceilings and period features
  • Large Kitchen/breakfast room with generous utility room

Additional details

Parking
Garage, Off street
Garden
Front garden, Back garden

Description

This three storey detached Edwardian family home on the corner of Birling Road and Highgrove is impressive with its high chimney stacks, varied roof lines, multi-pane sash and bay windows. An opening from Highgrove leads to the main entrance door while vehicular access is via a block paved driveway in Birling Road, bordered by clipped hedging and a lawn. There is a detached pitched roof double garage and a rear door that opens into the large, light and bright kitchen/breakfast room with wood units housing Bosch appliances and an adjacent utility room with washing facilities.There is a dual aspect study, a cloakroom and an elegant lounge that features a coved ceiling, picture rails, a stunning bay window and a cast iron fireplace with a sculptured surround and a functioning fire. The equally attractive dual aspect dining room also has period features and a cast iron open fire. On the first floor there is a cloakroom, an airing cupboard and two family bathrooms as well as four double bedrooms with picture rails and delightful views including one with dual aspect and the spacious master with fitted wardrobes. On the second floor there are three further bedrooms including one with a dressing room and fireplace.
The double garage has a large boarded loft for storage but could always be converted into additional accommodation and there is an outside toilet and a large rear lawn surrounded by mature trees and shrubs borders.
What the Owner says:
We have lived in this lovely house for the past thirty years and it has been a wonderful home to bring up our family. However they have all flown the nest and it is time for us to downsize. However we enjoy the area and will hope to stay locally as we have always felt the location was ideal. We initially fell in love with this house and its delightful features including the impressive bay windows that allow the early morning sunshine to stream through to the lounge and dining room. Not only is it easy to get into the centre of town or go for a country walk but it is also near good schools. We are also on a bus route and there are two pubs nearby as well as the Neville Golf Club and Tunbridge Wells Rugby and Cricket clubs.
During our time here we have installed new HIVE controlled central heating on the ground and first floors with a separate HIVE system on the top floor so, if you are not using the upper floor, it can be turned off. We had the double garage built with the idea that the upstairs could be further developed as required as well as replastering and redecorated and replacing period features to bring the property back to its former glory.
Tunbridge Wells or, more formally Royal Tunbridge Wells, became a famous spa town in Regency times when it was frequented by the aristocracy who came to take the waters and enjoy the entertainment organised by Beau Nash. Much of this historic town was developed during that time including the famous Pantiles that now offers a deliRoom sizes:Entrance HallKitchen: 25'5 (7.75m) narrowing to 16'9 (5.11m) x 13'8 (4.17m)Utility: 12'8 x 9'3 (3.86m x 2.82m)Living Room: 21'7 (6.58m) x 13'8 (4.17m) narrowing to 13'0 (3.97m)Dining Room: 17'2 (5.24m) narrowing to 13'4 (4.07m) x 17'2 (5.24m)Study: 12'0 x 10'0 (3.66m x 3.05m)CloakroomLandingBedroom 1: 15'8 x 13'10 (4.78m x 4.22m)Bathroom: 14'2 x 5'10 (4.32m x 1.78m)Bedroom 2: 15'8 x 13'0 (4.78m x 3.97m)Bedroom 3: 13'5 (4.09m) x 13'0 (3.97m) narrowing to 10'9 (3.28m)Bedroom 4: 12'4 x 10'5 (3.76m x 3.18m)Bathroom 2: 8'5 x 7'2 (2.57m x 2.19m)Cloakroom 2LandingBedroom 5: 16'10 x 12'6 (5.13m x 3.81m) narrowing to 8'5 x 7'2 (2.57m x 2.19m)Dressing Area: 9'0 x 7'0 (2.75m x 2.14m)Bedroom 6: 13'7 (4.14m) x 13'0 (3.97m) narrowing to 9'5 (2.87m)Bedroom 7: 11'0 x 10'6 (3.36m x 3.20m)DrivewayDouble Garage: 24'5 x 16'4 (7.45m x 4.98m)Storage: 24'8 x 7'3 (7.52m x 2.21m)Work Shop: 10'0 x 9'2 (3.05m x 2.80m)Front GardenRear GardenBoiler Room 
The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose.
 
We are pleased to offer our customers a range of additional services to help them with moving home. None of these services are obligatory and you are free to use service providers of your choice. Current regulations require all estate agents to inform their customers of the fees they earn for recommending third party services. If you choose to use a service provider recommended by Fine & Country, details of all referral fees can be found at the link below. If you decide to use any of our services, please be assured that this will not increase the fees you pay to our service providers, which remain as quoted directly to you.

Listed by

Tunbridge Wells

Arun Estates

Reference: 145642094

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 28/05/2024

Expiry date: 27/05/2034

Current heating cost: £3,752/year

Potential heating cost: £2,355/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £18,800

Recommendations

  • 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Hot water cylinder thermostat (£200 - £400)
  • 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

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First Floor

First Floor

Second Floor

Second Floor

Outbuilding Ground Floor

Outbuilding Ground Floor

Outbuilding First Floor

Outbuilding First Floor

EPC Graphs

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FENSA Certificates

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

FENSA Certificate #9117742

Property Details

Street: 34 Birling Road

Town: TUNBRIDGE WELLS

Postcode: TN2 5LY

Installation Details

Items: 13 windows

Certificate Issued: 10/10/2012

Work Completed: 27/09/2012

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #10594324

Property Details

Street: 34 Birling Road

Town: TUNBRIDGE WELLS

Postcode: TN2 5LY

Installation Details

Items: 4 windows and 1 door

Certificate Issued: 20/10/2014

Work Completed: 08/09/2014

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #13333645

Property Details

Street: 34 Birling Road

Town: TUNBRIDGE WELLS

Postcode: TN2 5LY

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 07/01/2019

Work Completed: 12/12/2018

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 10/09/2024 (1 year ago) £1,683,434

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
61 BIRLING ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5LZ £868,000 29/08/2025 Detached
55 BIRLING ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5LZ £890,000 17/07/2025 Detached
52 BIRLING ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5LZ £900,000 13/11/2023 Detached
6 OLD GARDENS CLOSE, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5ND £700,000 28/07/2023 Detached
2 WALLACE CLOSE, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5HW £835,000 23/05/2023 Detached
19 RICHMOND PLACE, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5JZ £925,000 01/12/2022 Detached
20 HIGHGROVE, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5NF £1,375,000 03/11/2022 Detached
9 BROADWATER DOWN, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5NJ £2,575,000 27/10/2022 Detached
8 BIRLING PARK AVENUE, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5LQ £1,075,000 26/10/2022 Detached
193A FOREST ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5JA £1,855,000 05/10/2022 Detached
200 FOREST ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5JB £900,000 31/08/2022 Detached
8 COPPERFIELDS, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5HZ £1,750,000 25/08/2022 Detached
108 WARWICK PARK, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5EN £1,430,000 04/08/2022 Detached
HIDDEN MEWS 1 BIRLING ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5GR £730,000 13/07/2022 Detached
209 FOREST ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5JA £985,000 07/06/2022 Detached
46B FRANT ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5LJ £1,695,000 29/04/2022 Detached
16 BIRLING PARK AVENUE, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5LQ £1,370,000 18/03/2022 Detached
13 BAYHAM ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5HR £863,724 18/03/2022 Detached
12A WALLACE CLOSE, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5HW £770,000 23/02/2022 Detached
50 BIRLING ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5LZ £845,000 17/02/2022 Detached
Same street 42 BIRLING ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, TN2 5LY £1,185,000 24/08/2021 Detached

Street average: £1,185,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £1,166,836 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -10.6%
10y growth 40.1%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Tunbridge Wells. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 3.4%
5y (index) 12.2%
10y (index) 30%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,358/mo
Realistic £1,509/mo
Optimistic £1,660/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Tunbridge Wells.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for High Weald: Apr 2025 – Mar 2026

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop TN2 Food & Wine 0.2 miles
Bus stop Birling Road 0.2 miles
Shop Kidman’s Garden & Estate Machinery 0.5 miles
Train station Tunbridge Wells West 0.6 miles
Train station Tunbridge Wells 0.9 miles
Hospital Tunbridge Wells Nuffield Hospital 1.1 miles
Hospital Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury 2.9 miles
University Tonbridge Adult Education Centre 5.2 miles
University St Piers College 11.6 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 26
Anti-social behaviour 21
Criminal damage and arson 11
Shoplifting 6
Burglary 5
Drugs 4
Other theft 4
Vehicle crime 4
Possession of weapons 2
Public order 2
Robbery 2
Theft from the person 1
Total incidents 88

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
The Mead School Other 0.4 miles (No rating)
Broadwater Down Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Good — 4 May 2023
Claremont Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Good — 13 Feb 2023
St Mark's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.0 miles Good — 17 Jun 2013
St Peter's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.0 miles Outstanding — 24 Apr 2014

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.08%
Max investor price (0.8%) £188,625
Target investor price (1%) £150,900
  • 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).