17 Offley Road, Hitchin, SG5 2AZ is a freehold semi-detached property built between 1900-1929. The property offers approximately 1,087 square feet of living space. In this location, properties of similar size usually have four bedrooms.

The estimated current market value of the property is £636,108 , which equates to approximately £585 per square foot. It was last sold on 27 Jun 2024 for £575,000. Since then, the value has increased by £61,108, representing a 10.6% increase, or approximately 7.3% per year.

The current estimated value of £636,108 is:

  • 16.8% lower than the average property price on Offley Road
  • 12.7% lower than the average in the SG5 2AZ postcode area
  • and 35.9% higher than the average price for Hitchin as a whole

Based on EPC inspection history, this property has been mostly owner-occupied (3 out of 3 inspections). This suggests the property has typically been lived in by its owners, which often reflects longer-term residency and more consistent maintenance.

At the most recent EPC inspection on 27 February 2024, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

View sold house prices in SG5 2AZ

Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Semi-Detached House
Built
1900-1929
Interior Size
1087 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£636,108
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£585
Bedroom Count (estimate)
4 bedrooms

EPC Summary

17 Offley Road, Hitchin, North Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire, SG5 2AZ has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of E, based on the latest assessment carried out on 27 Feb 2024.

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 main heating system. The windows have some double glazing.

The previous EPC assessment was conducted on 5 Dec 2013. The rating of E remains the same, but the energy efficiency score improved by 18.2%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The hot water energy efficiency improving from average to good, while the system remained as from main system.
  • The roof construction or insulation changed from pitched, 150 mm loft insulation to pitched, no insulation (assumed), changing energy efficiency from good to very poor.
  • The lighting was updated from low energy lighting in 60% of fixed outlets to low energy lighting in 10% of fixed outlets, with efficiency changing from good to poor.
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system
Good
Roof
Pitched, no insulation (assumed)
Very Poor
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Very Poor
Windows
Some double glazing
Very Poor
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 10% of fixed outlets
Poor

Compared to SG5 2AZ

16 th / 22
Price Rank
13% lower than average
11 th / 12
Size Rank
15% smaller than average
4 th / 12
Price Per Sq FT Rank
3% higher than average

Compared to other properties in SG5 2AZ , this house's estimated value ranks 16th out of 22. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 4th out of 12 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 11th out of 12 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£636,108
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+11 %
27 Jun 2024
£575,000
Leasehold

Area Insights

Nearby Properties

rooms: 6
size: 1572 sq ft
sale price: £700,000
sale date: 2 Jun 2020
rooms: 5
size: 1289 sq ft
sale price: £174,000
sale date: 26 Jul 2002
rooms: 5
size: 1386 sq ft
sale price: £360,000
sale date: 29 Jun 2012
rooms: 5
size: 1226 sq ft
sale price: £184,000
sale date: 24 Jul 2002
rooms: 5
size: 1152 sq ft
sale price: £95,000
sale date: 8 Mar 1996

Data Sources

The property at 17 Offley Road, Hitchin, North Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire, SG5 2AZ appears once in the Land Registry records, with the transaction recorded on 27 Jun 2024. It also has three Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 27 Feb 2024. 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.