159 Hurst Grove, Bedford, MK40 4DW is a freehold terraced property built between 1991-1995. The property offers approximately 570 square feet of living space. In this location, properties of similar size usually have one bedroom.

The estimated current market value of the property is £214,257 , which equates to approximately £376 per square foot. It was last sold on 14 Dec 2017 for £165,000. Since then, the value has increased by £49,257, representing a 29.9% increase, or approximately 3.7% per year.

The current estimated value of £214,257 is:

  • 7.1% lower than the average property price on Hurst Grove
  • 20.7% lower than the average in the MK40 4DW postcode area
  • and 35.4% lower than the average price for Bedford as a whole

At the most recent EPC inspection on 17 January 2025, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

View sold house prices in MK40 4DW

Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Terraced House
Built
1991-1995
Interior Size
570 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£214,257
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£376
Bedroom Count (estimate)
1 bedroom

EPC Summary

159 Hurst Grove, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 4DW has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C, based on the latest assessment carried out on 17 Jan 2025.

This property uses a gas-fired boiler and radiators, connected to the mains gas supply, as its main heating source. Hot water is provided from the main heating system, supplemented by a solar water heating system. The windows are mostly double glazed.

The previous EPC assessment was conducted on 14 Nov 2013, when the property was rated D. Since then, the rating has improved to C, with the energy efficiency score increasing by 8.8%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The hot water system was changed from from main system to from main system, plus solar, with its energy efficiency improving from good to very good.
  • The roof construction or insulation changed from pitched, 75mm loft insulation to pitched, 100 mm loft insulation, with no change in energy efficiency (average).
  • The windows were upgraded from single glazed to mostly double glazing.
  • The lighting was updated from no low energy lighting to low energy lighting in all fixed outlets, with efficiency improving from very poor to very good.
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system, plus solar
Very Good
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Average
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Good
Windows
Mostly double glazing
Average
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Very Good

Compared to MK40 4DW

29 th / 39
Price Rank
21% lower than average
27 th / 35
Size Rank
38% smaller than average
10 th / 35
Price Per Sq FT Rank
27% higher than average

Compared to other properties in MK40 4DW , this house's estimated value ranks 29th out of 39. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 10th out of 35 properties. This suggests a relatively high price per square foot, which may reflect quality, location, or recent upgrades. In terms of size, this home ranks 27th out of 35 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£214,257
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+30 %
14 Dec 2017
£165,000
Leasehold
+65 %
16 Jun 2004
£100,000
Leasehold
+33.3 %
25 Jul 2002
£74,995
Leasehold
+42.8 %
8 Dec 2000
£52,500
Leasehold
+45.8 %
12 Feb 1998
£36,000
Leasehold
+2.9 %
23 Feb 1996
£35,000
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

149 Hurst Grove, Bedford, MK40 4DW
rooms: 3
size: 527 sq ft
sale price: £210,000
sale date: 17 Jan 2025
165 Hurst Grove, Bedford, MK40 4DW
rooms: 4
size: 538 sq ft
sale price: £235,000
sale date: 18 Jul 2022
169 Hurst Grove, Bedford, MK40 4DW
rooms: 4
size: 560 sq ft
sale price: £165,000
sale date: 31 Jul 2019
161 Hurst Grove, Bedford, MK40 4DW
rooms: 3
size: 581 sq ft
sale price: £165,000
sale date: 6 Dec 2016
167 Hurst Grove, Bedford, MK40 4DW
rooms: 3
size: 527 sq ft
sale price: £142,840
sale date: 30 Oct 2015

Data Sources

The property at 159 Hurst Grove, Bedford, MK40 4DW appears six times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 14 Dec 2017. It also has two Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 17 Jan 2025. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

This website uses public sector information from:

These datasets are licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by HM Land Registry or DLUHC.


Disclaimer: StreetScan.co.uk makes all reasonable efforts to ensure the information provided on this website is current and accurate; however, no warranties or representations are made as to its completeness or accuracy. StreetScan.co.uk expressly disclaims any and all liability for any loss, damage, or expense arising directly or indirectly from the use of, or reliance upon, such information.
↑