Williams & Donovan says ..
GUIDE: £325,000-£350,000 Situated in a quiet cul de sac in a very sought after area with a walk through to Clements Hall is this two bedroom semi detached bungalow with off street parking for three vehicles. With spacious lounge, conservatory and 90ft south west facing rear garden. Ou...
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom semi-detached bungalow in Hockley, Essex, presents a mixed bag of opportunities and challenges. Located on Sweyne Avenue, it benefits from being reasonably close to local schools with ‘Good’ Ofsted ratings, including Greensward Academy and Westerings Primary Academy. Train stations at Hockley and Rochford are also within reach, facilitating commutes. The property boasts a significant advantage in its substantial rear garden, which is a rare find in many areas. The garden is visually appealing and well maintained. Internally, the property is in need of some refurbishment. The kitchen and bathroom particularly show their age, needing modernisation to enhance aesthetics and functionality. The décor is dated throughout the property, but the property appears structurally sound. There is also off-street parking included in the property, which is also a major selling point. The provided floor plan shows a relatively spacious layout for a two-bedroom bungalow, including a conservatory. The price of £325,000 reflects the current market conditions in the Hockley area, with similar properties ranging in price and condition. While not a steal, it could prove to be a suitable investment for a buyer seeking a property requiring some modernisation but with good potential for value enhancement. In summary, potential buyers should carefully weigh the pros and cons of the required modernisation against the benefits of the location and outdoor space.
Therefore, we give this property 6 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 5
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 764.24
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 380,000.00 £Decreased by 13.57 %
- Est sale value
- 367,599.44 £Increased by 24.94 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,500.00 £/moIncreased by 36.36 %
- Est letting value
- 764.24 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 4.74 %Increased by 58.00 %
- Crime Rate
- 7.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greensward Academy | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 1.72 KM |
| Westerings Primary Academy | Academy Converter | Good | 1.94 KM |
| Plumberow Primary Academy | Academy Converter | Good | 2.13 KM |
| Ashingdon Primary Academy | Academy Converter | Requires improvement | 2.56 KM |
| Holt Farm Infant School | Community School | Good | 2.70 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briar Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Welbeck Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Magnolia Road | £ 390,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Gregory Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Kent Green Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hockley | 6880 | HOC | 1.98 KM |
| Rochford | 6885 | RFD | 3.41 KM |
| Southend Airport | 4787 | SIA | 4.43 KM |
| Chalkwell | 7469 | CHW | 6.14 KM |
| North Fambridge | 6875 | NFA | 6.16 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweyne Avenue, Hockley | £ 375,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Read Close, Hockley | £ 850,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.12 KM |
| Rectory Road, Hockley, SS5 | £ 385,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.13 KM |
| Englefield Close, HOCKLEY, Essex, SS5 | £ 565,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.25 KM |
| Englefield Close, Hawkwell | £ 580,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.25 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 18 Sweyne Avenue | £ 200,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 21 Sweyne Avenue | £ 137,995 | 0.00 KM |
| 2 Sweyne Avenue | £ 270,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 16 Sweyne Avenue | £ 192,500 | 0.00 KM |
| 11 Sweyne Avenue | £ 297,500 | 0.00 KM |