Thornbury Road, Hengistbury Head
By Richard Godsell Estate Agents
£ 650,000
Reviews
3 out of 5 stars
Richard Godsell Estate Agents says ..
This is a fantastic opportunity to purchase a Detached Chalet Bungalow situated on a prominent corner plot in the beautiful location of Hengistbury Head, just 100 yards from the scenic riverside walks along the banks of The Stour at Wick. The shopping parade at Tuckton is a short walk away, along...
Property Oracle says ..
The property is located in Hengistbury Head, Bournemouth, a desirable coastal area in Dorset. The area benefits from proximity to several highly-rated schools, including St Peter’s Catholic Comprehensive School and Twynham School, both within a reasonable distance. Transport links are also good, with Christchurch railway station just 1.27 km away, providing access to South Western Railway services. The coastal location itself is a significant advantage, offering attractive scenery and recreational opportunities. However, the plot size is very small.
Based on the photographs, the property appears to be in generally good condition, although it presents a traditional style and could benefit from some modernisation to enhance its appeal to a wider range of buyers. The décor is dated, and while structurally sound, updating certain elements would likely increase its market value.
The property includes a garden, which is a positive feature, especially in a desirable coastal location. The size of the garden appears to be relatively modest, but still provides an outdoor space.
Considering the list price of £650,000, the average price in the area of £610,216, and the average price per square foot of £473, this property’s price appears to be slightly above average. However, the desirable location and presence of a garden, even if modest, could justify a higher price per square foot compared to the area average. The property’s traditional style and need for some modernisation may also influence its final selling price. A more detailed comparative market analysis of similar properties in the area, taking into account their condition and size, would be needed to fully assess the reasonableness of the list price.
Therefore, we give this property 7 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 7
- Location
- 9
- Land
- 5
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 959.06
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 660,000.00 £Increased by 18.47 %
- Est sale value
- 508,301.80 £Decreased by 0.75 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,662.00 £/moIncreased by 12.45 %
- Est letting value
- 959.06 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 3.02 %Decreased by 5.03 %
- Crime Rate
- 2.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter'S Catholic Comprehensive School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.70 KM |
| Twynham School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 0.86 KM |
| St Katharine'S Church Of England Primary School | Voluntary Aided School | Good | 1.00 KM |
| Christchurch Learning Centre | Pupil Referral Unit | Good | 1.19 KM |
| The Priory Church Of England Primary School | Voluntary Aided School | Requires improvement | 1.21 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield Avenue | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| South View Road | £ 900,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| St. John's Road | £ 425,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Bailey Drive | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Northey Road | £ 350,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christchurch | 5879 | CHR | 1.27 KM |
| Pokesdown | 5885 | POK | 4.19 KM |
| Bournemouth | 5876 | BMH | 8.53 KM |
| Hinton Admiral | 5880 | HNA | 8.59 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornbury Road, Hengistbury Head | £ 650,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Springfield Avenue, Hengistbury Head | £ 675,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.04 KM |
| Springfield Avenue, Bournemouth, BH6 | £ 700,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
| Broadlands Avenue, Hengistbury Head | £ 780,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.15 KM |
| Viking Way, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH6 | £ 885,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.18 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Wickmeads Road | £ 515,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 4 Thornbury Road | £ 400,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 16 Thornbury Road | £ 425,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 15 Thornbury Road | £ 760,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 16 Viking Close | £ 340,000 | 0.12 KM |