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31B

TOWNLANDS, EXETER, BRADNINCH, DEVON EX5 4QY

3 beds 1 baths 82 m² Listed 5 Aug 2025 (-314d)

£225,000

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# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (EX5 4QY)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 31B, TOWNLANDS, EXETER, BRADNINCH, DEVON EX5 4QY |
| Price | £225,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | C |
| Last sold | £229,000 Oct 2025 |

## Description

A modern and beautifully presented three-bedroom semi-detached home, located in the popular Duchy town of Bradninch, just a short walk from the local primary school.

The property features a light and spacious sitting room, a newly fitted contemporary kitchen with dining area and a downstairs WC. On the first floor, there are two double bedrooms and a modern-fitted family bathroom, while the second floor provides a generous main bedroom, currently used as an office.

The enclosed rear garden is low maintenance and offers privacy, with space for potted plants and garden furniture, bins, and outside tap.

Ideal for first-time buyers or investors, this home offers well-proportioned accommodation with modern convenience. Additional benefits include gas central heating, double glazing throughout, and driveway parking for two cars at the front.

Georgina Loves:- "The kitchen is light and airy, and a nice sociable space with the garden and flow through to the sitting room with a front aspect."

With excellent transport links, Bradninch is conveniently commutable to Taunton, Bristol, and Exeter, making it a great choice for those seeking village charm with easy access to larger towns and cities.

Property Information - TENURE: Freehold | COUNCIL TAX: Band C - Mid Devon District Council | UTILITIES: Electric - Mains Supply, Water - Mains Supply, Drainage - Mains Supply | PARKING - Driveway parking for two cars | What3Words ///occupiers.convinced.snap

Nestled in the picturesque Mid Devon countryside, Bradninch is a charming and historic Duchy town offering a wonderful blend of rural living and strong community spirit. The town boasts a range of local amenities, including The Duchy School Bradninch (rated Outstanding by Ofsted), Duchy Preschool and Playgroup, a Spar convenience store/post office, The Central Dairy artisan café, and traditional pubs.

Surrounded by rolling countryside, Bradninch offers excellent opportunities for outdoor pursuits, while its close proximity to the M5 and Exeter makes it an ideal choice for commuters. With its rich character, welcoming atmosphere, and convenient location, Bradninch is a highly sought-after place to enjoy village life with easy access to nearby towns and cities.

## Property Photos

- ![Aerial View](/listings/photos/87254544/328674) - Aerial View
- ![Lavender Cottage](/listings/photos/87254544/328675) - Lavender Cottage
- ![Kitchen/Dining Room](/listings/photos/87254544/328676) - Kitchen/Dining Room
- ![Kitchen/Dining Room](/listings/photos/87254544/328677) - Kitchen/Dining Room
- ![Sitting Room](/listings/photos/87254544/328678) - Sitting Room
- ![Enclosed Rear Garden](/listings/photos/87254544/328679) - Enclosed Rear Garden
- ![Modern Fitted Kitchen](/listings/photos/87254544/328680) - Modern Fitted Kitchen
- ![Dining Area](/listings/photos/87254544/328681) - Dining Area
- ![Dining Area](/listings/photos/87254544/328682) - Dining Area
- ![Kitchen/Dining Room](/listings/photos/87254544/328683) - Kitchen/Dining Room
- ![Sitting Room](/listings/photos/87254544/328684) - Sitting Room
- ![Sitting Room](/listings/photos/87254544/328685) - Sitting Room
- ![Sitting Room](/listings/photos/87254544/328686) - Sitting Room
- ![Bedroom 1](/listings/photos/87254544/328687) - Bedroom 1
- ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/87254544/328688) - Bedroom 2
- ![Hallway Landing](/listings/photos/87254544/328689) - Hallway Landing
- ![Bedroom 1/Hallway Landing](/listings/photos/87254544/328690) - Bedroom 1/Hallway Landing
- ![Bedroom 3](/listings/photos/87254544/328691) - Bedroom 3
- ![Shower Room](/listings/photos/87254544/328692) - Shower Room
- ![Shower Room](/listings/photos/87254544/328693) - Shower Room
- ![Utility Area](/listings/photos/87254544/328694) - Utility Area
- ![Downstairs Cloakroom](/listings/photos/87254544/328695) - Downstairs Cloakroom
- ![Enclosed Rear Garden](/listings/photos/87254544/328696) - Enclosed Rear Garden
- ![Enclosed Rear Garden](/listings/photos/87254544/328697) - Enclosed Rear Garden
- ![Enclosed Rear Garden](/listings/photos/87254544/328698) - Enclosed Rear Garden
- ![Enclosed Rear Garden](/listings/photos/87254544/328699) - Enclosed Rear Garden

## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/87254544/328700) - Floorplan

## EPC Graphs

- ![EE](/listings/photos/87254544/328701) - EE
- ![EPC Report](/listings/photos/87254544/328702) - EPC Report

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 31B TOWNLANDS, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QY | £229,000 | 23/10/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 31B TOWNLANDS, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QY | £285,000 | 10/08/2022 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 24 HELE ROAD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QX | £395,000 | 17/05/2023 | Semi-detached |
| DAISY COTTAGE, 16 HELE ROAD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QX | £240,000 | 31/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 22 WESTFIELD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QU | £267,500 | 27/02/2023 | Semi-detached |
| CARTREF WESTFIELD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QU | £287,500 | 30/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 33 TOWNLANDS, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QY | £310,000 | 11/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 27 HELE ROAD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4PE | £315,000 | 10/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] PRIMROSE, 23A TOWNLANDS, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QY | £295,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached |
| 8 JUBILEE ROAD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4PF | £265,000 | 14/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 56 TOWNLANDS, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QY | £271,000 | 06/01/2022 | Terraced |
| 29 WESTFIELD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QU | £355,000 | 20/12/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 22 HELE ROAD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QX | £380,000 | 28/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 8 JUBILEE ROAD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4PF | £265,000 | 27/08/2021 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £292,000 (3 sales)
**Area average:** £307,778 (9 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £268,769 (23 Semi-detached, EX5, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -16.3%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £785/mo
- **Realistic:** £872/mo
- **Optimistic:** £959/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £947/mo

## 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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 3 Bed Bungalow, Hele Road, EX5 | £1,900/mo | 3 | 0.16 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,900/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.84% (okay)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £237,500
- **Target investor price (1%):** £190,000

*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 OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,900/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 10.1%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 9.9×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £799/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 14.7%

*Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − 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).*

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -10.3%
- **10y growth:** 12.3%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Mid Devon; Semi-detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -1.7%
- **5y growth (index):** 12.9%
- **10y growth (index):** 41.7%

## 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)

Aerial View Lavender Cottage Kitchen/Dining Room Kitchen/Dining Room Sitting Room Enclosed Rear Garden Modern Fitted Kitchen Dining Area Dining Area Kitchen/Dining Room Sitting Room Sitting Room Sitting Room Bedroom 1 Bedroom 2 Hallway Landing Bedroom 1/Hallway Landing Bedroom 3 Shower Room Shower Room Utility Area Downstairs Cloakroom Enclosed Rear Garden Enclosed Rear Garden Enclosed Rear Garden Enclosed Rear Garden

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

82 m²

Council tax band

Last sold

£229,000 Oct 2025

Local average

£268,769 (-16.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 5 (14,658 of 33,755)

Street crime

7 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

AGENT ID: 0200 | Georgina Davie
Semi-detached modern house
Very well presented throughout
Client has found their onward home (no chain)
Ideal for first time buyers or investors
Located in the popular Duchy town of Bradninch
Light and spacious sitting room
Modern fitted kitchen with dining area
Three well-proportioned bedrooms
Gas central heating and uPVC double glazing

Additional details

Sewerage: Mains supply
Parking: Driveway, Allocated
Garden: Yes

Description

A modern and beautifully presented three-bedroom semi-detached home, located in the popular Duchy town of Bradninch, just a short walk from the local primary school.

The property features a light and spacious sitting room, a newly fitted contemporary kitchen with dining area and a downstairs WC. On the first floor, there are two double bedrooms and a modern-fitted family bathroom, while the second floor provides a generous main bedroom, currently used as an office.

The enclosed rear garden is low maintenance and offers privacy, with space for potted plants and garden furniture, bins, and outside tap.

Ideal for first-time buyers or investors, this home offers well-proportioned accommodation with modern convenience. Additional benefits include gas central heating, double glazing throughout, and driveway parking for two cars at the front.

Georgina Loves:- "The kitchen is light and airy, and a nice sociable space with the garden and flow through to the sitting room with a front aspect."

With excellent transport links, Bradninch is conveniently commutable to Taunton, Bristol, and Exeter, making it a great choice for those seeking village charm with easy access to larger towns and cities.

Property Information - TENURE: Freehold | COUNCIL TAX: Band C - Mid Devon District Council | UTILITIES: Electric - Mains Supply, Water - Mains Supply, Drainage - Mains Supply | PARKING - Driveway parking for two cars | What3Words ///occupiers.convinced.snap

Nestled in the picturesque Mid Devon countryside, Bradninch is a charming and historic Duchy town offering a wonderful blend of rural living and strong community spirit. The town boasts a range of local amenities, including The Duchy School Bradninch (rated Outstanding by Ofsted), Duchy Preschool and Playgroup, a Spar convenience store/post office, The Central Dairy artisan café, and traditional pubs.

Surrounded by rolling countryside, Bradninch offers excellent opportunities for outdoor pursuits, while its close proximity to the M5 and Exeter makes it an ideal choice for commuters. With its rich character, welcoming atmosphere, and convenient location, Bradninch is a highly sought-after place to enjoy village life with easy access to nearby towns and cities.

Listed by

National

Nest Associates Ltd

Reference: 87254544

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan

EPC Graphs

EPC Report

Price history

-20% since 2022

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	23/10/2025 (7 months ago)	£229,000	-19.6%
Sold	10/08/2022 (3 years ago)	£285,000	—

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
24 HELE ROAD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QX	£395,000	17/05/2023	Semi-detached
DAISY COTTAGE, 16 HELE ROAD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QX	£240,000	31/03/2023	Semi-detached
22 WESTFIELD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QU	£267,500	27/02/2023	Semi-detached
CARTREF WESTFIELD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QU	£287,500	30/11/2022	Semi-detached
Same street 33 TOWNLANDS, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QY	£310,000	11/11/2022	Terraced
27 HELE ROAD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4PE	£315,000	10/08/2022	Semi-detached
Same street PRIMROSE, 23A TOWNLANDS, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QY	£295,000	29/04/2022	Detached
8 JUBILEE ROAD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4PF	£265,000	14/01/2022	Semi-detached
Same street 56 TOWNLANDS, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QY	£271,000	06/01/2022	Terraced
29 WESTFIELD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QU	£355,000	20/12/2021	Semi-detached
22 HELE ROAD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4QX	£380,000	28/09/2021	Semi-detached
8 JUBILEE ROAD, BRADNINCH, EXETER, MID DEVON, DEVON, EX5 4PF	£265,000	27/08/2021	Semi-detached

Street average: £292,000 (3 sales)

Area average: £307,778 (9 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -10.3%

10y growth 12.3%

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

1y (index) -1.7%

5y (index) 12.9%

10y (index) 41.7%

Rental Range

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

Low £785/mo

Realistic £872/mo

Optimistic £959/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Mid Devon.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Exeter: £947/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View EX5 4QY

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Townlands	0.1 miles
Shop	West End Garage	0.2 miles
Shop	Dev's Bargains	0.3 miles
Hospital	The Woodmill	2.3 miles
Hospital	Culm Valley Integrated Centre for Health	3.2 miles
Train station	Weighside	4.3 miles
Train station	Riverside Halt	4.3 miles
University	Engineering Department University of Exeter	6.3 miles
University	University of Exeter Laver Building	7.5 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	5
Public order	2
Total incidents	7

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 Duchy School Bradninch	Primary	0.1 miles	Outstanding — 15 Jun 2015
Silverton Church of England Primary School	Primary	2.2 miles	Good — 18 Dec 2019
Cullompton Community College	Secondary	2.5 miles	Good — 17 Oct 2022
Willowbank Primary School	Primary	2.5 miles	Good — 8 Mar 2023
Clyst Hydon Primary School	Primary	2.8 miles	Good — 13 Sep 2023

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
3 Bed Bungalow, Hele Road, EX5	£1,900/mo	3	0.16 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,900/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.84%

Max investor price (0.8%) £237,500

Target investor price (1%) £190,000

Gross yield 10.1%

Cost-to-rent ratio 9.9×

Monthly cashflow £799/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 14.7%

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).