20 Old Park Road, Hitchin, SG5 2JR is a freehold semi-detached property built between 1900-1929. The property offers approximately 1,432 square feet of living space. In this location, properties of similar size usually have five bedrooms.

The estimated current market value of the property is £606,956 , which equates to approximately £424 per square foot. It was last sold on 19 Aug 2011 for £323,000. Since then, the value has increased by £283,956, representing a 87.9% increase, or approximately 6.1% per year.

The current estimated value of £606,956 is:

  • 91.9% higher than the average property price on Old Park Road
  • 70.6% higher than the average in the SG5 2JR postcode area
  • and 34.0% higher than the average price for Hitchin 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 13 November 2017, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

View sold house prices in SG5 2JR

Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Semi-Detached House
Built
1900-1929
Interior Size
1432 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£606,956
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£424
Bedroom Count (estimate)
5 bedrooms

EPC Summary

20 Old Park Road, Hitchin, North Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire, SG5 2JR has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, based on the latest assessment carried out on 13 Nov 2017.

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 property has multiple glazing throughout.

The previous EPC assessment was conducted on 21 Apr 2010. The rating of D is unchanged, though the energy efficiency score decreased by 3.2%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The main heating energy efficiency changing from very good to good, while the heating system type remained the same (boiler and radiators, mains gas).
  • The hot water energy efficiency changing from very good to good, while the system remained as from main system.
  • The roof construction or insulation changed from pitched, 100 mm loft insulation to pitched, 300 mm loft insulation, improving energy efficiency from average to very good.
  • The windows were upgraded from partial double glazing to multiple glazing throughout.
  • The lighting was changed from low energy lighting in all fixed outlets to low energy lighting in 84% of fixed outlets, with no change in efficiency (very good).
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system
Good
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Very Good
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Very Poor
Windows
Multiple glazing throughout
Average
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 84% of fixed outlets
Very Good

Compared to SG5 2JR

1 st / 58
Price Rank
71% higher than average
1 st / 58
Size Rank
102% bigger than average
49 th / 58
Price Per Sq FT Rank
16% lower than average

Compared to other properties in SG5 2JR , this house's estimated value ranks 1st out of 58. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 49th out of 58 properties. This indicates a lower price per square foot than most, suggesting good value for the space offered. In terms of size, this home ranks 1st out of 58 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£606,956
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+88 %
19 Aug 2011
£323,000
Leasehold
-5 %
24 Feb 2006
£339,995
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 6
size: 1281 sq ft
sale price: £390,000
sale date: 30 Jul 2014

Data Sources

The property at 20 Old Park Road, Hitchin, SG5 2JR appears two times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 19 Aug 2011. It also has two Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 13 Nov 2017. 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.