2 Spruce Drive, Bicester, OX26 3YN is a freehold detached property built between 1967-1975. The property offers approximately 775 square feet of living space. In this location, properties of similar size usually have two bedrooms.

The estimated current market value of the property is £435,565 , which equates to approximately £562 per square foot. It was last sold on 30 Aug 2013 for £265,000. Since then, the value has increased by £170,565, representing a 64.4% increase, or approximately 5.2% per year.

The current estimated value of £435,565 is:

  • 44.2% higher than the average property price on Spruce Drive
  • 44.2% higher than the average in the OX26 3YN postcode area
  • and 8.8% higher than the average price for Bicester as a whole

This property has had 2 EPC inspections with recorded tenure information. It was recorded as owner-occupied both times. 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 29 March 2014, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

View sold house prices in OX26 3YN

Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Detached House
Built
1967-1975
Interior Size
775 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£435,565
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£562
Bedroom Count (estimate)
2 bedrooms

EPC Summary

2 Spruce Drive, Bicester, Cherwell, Oxfordshire, OX26 3YN has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of E, based on the latest assessment carried out on 29 Mar 2014.

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, though the cylinder has no thermostat. The windows are fully double glazed.

The previous EPC assessment was conducted on 23 Oct 2012, when the property was rated D. The current rating of E reflects a decline in energy efficiency of 20.3%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The hot water system was changed from from main system to from main system, no cylinder thermostat, with its energy efficiency changing from average to poor.
  • The roof construction or insulation changed from pitched, 200mm loft insulation to pitched, 75 mm loft insulation, changing energy efficiency from good to average.
  • The wall construction or insulation changed from cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed) to cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed), changing energy efficiency from good to poor.
  • The lighting was updated from low energy lighting in 55% of fixed outlets to low energy lighting in 90% of fixed outlets, with efficiency improving from good to very good.
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system, no cylinder thermostat
Poor
Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
Average
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Poor
Windows
Fully double glazed
Average
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 90% of fixed outlets
Very Good

Compared to OX26 3YN

3 rd / 42
Price Rank
44% higher than average
8 th / 40
Size Rank
24% bigger than average
4 th / 40
Price Per Sq FT Rank
17% higher than average

Compared to other properties in OX26 3YN , this house's estimated value ranks 3rd out of 42. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 4th out of 40 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 8th out of 40 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£435,565
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+64 %
30 Aug 2013
£265,000
Leasehold
+40.2 %
22 Nov 2002
£189,000
Leasehold
+26.8 %
17 Aug 2001
£149,000
Leasehold
+32.4 %
24 Jul 1998
£112,500
Leasehold
+50.5 %
29 Mar 1996
£74,750
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 5
size: 861 sq ft
sale price: £89,950
sale date: 19 Dec 1997
rooms: 4
size: 861 sq ft
sale price: £397,500
sale date: 28 Sep 2023
rooms: 4
size: 753 sq ft
sale price: £164,950
sale date: 17 Feb 2006
rooms: 4
size: 859 sq ft
sale price: £180,000
sale date: 19 Jul 2004
rooms: 5
size: 866 sq ft
sale price: £106,000
sale date: 11 Dec 1998

Data Sources

The property at 2 Spruce Drive, Bicester, OX26 3YN appears five times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 30 Aug 2013. It also has two Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 29 Mar 2014. 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.