4 Buttercup Close, Bedford, MK42 0RE is a freehold semi-detached property built between 1996-2002. The property offers approximately 1,195 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 £320,270 , which equates to approximately £268 per square foot. It was last sold on 16 Feb 1996 for £47,950. Since then, the value has increased by £272,320, representing a 567.9% increase, or approximately 19.0% per year.

The current estimated value of £320,270 is:

  • 0.3% lower than the average property price on Buttercup Close
  • 9.6% higher than the average in the MK42 0RE postcode area
  • and 3.5% lower than the average price for Bedford as a whole

Based on EPC inspection history, this property has been mostly owner-occupied (2 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 23 July 2025, the property was recorded as rented.

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Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Semi-Detached House
Built
1996-2002
Interior Size
1195 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£320,270
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£268
Bedroom Count (estimate)
4 bedrooms

EPC Summary

4 Buttercup Close, Bedford, North Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire, MK42 0RE has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C, based on the latest assessment carried out on 23 Jul 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 main heating system. The windows are fully double glazed.

The previous EPC assessment was conducted on 4 Aug 2015. The rating of C remains the same, but the energy efficiency score improved by 2.7%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The roof energy efficiency improving from good to very good, with the construction or insulation remaining pitched, 270 mm loft insulation.
  • The lighting was updated from low energy lighting in 21% of fixed outlets to excellent lighting efficiency, with efficiency improving from poor to very good.
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system
Good
Roof
Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation
Very Good
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Good
Windows
Fully double glazed
Average
Lighting
Excellent lighting efficiency
Very Good

Compared to MK42 0RE

22 nd / 28
Price Rank
10% higher than average
1 st / 21
Size Rank
65% bigger than average
21 st / 21
Price Per Sq FT Rank
34% lower than average

Compared to other properties in MK42 0RE , this house's estimated value ranks 22th out of 28. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 21th out of 21 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 21 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£320,270
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+568 %
16 Feb 1996
£47,950
Leasehold

Area Insights

Nearby Properties

rooms: 5
size: 775 sq ft
sale price: £344,500
sale date: 24 Mar 2023
rooms: 5
size: 936 sq ft
sale price: £305,000
sale date: 18 Sep 2020
rooms: 4
size: 700 sq ft
sale price: £62,500
sale date: 12 Jan 1996
rooms: 3
size: 570 sq ft
sale price: £82,500
sale date: 28 Mar 2002
rooms: 3
size: 581 sq ft
sale price: £245,000
sale date: 17 Apr 2025

Data Sources

The property at 4 Buttercup Close, Bedford, North Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire, MK42 0RE appears once in the Land Registry records, with the transaction recorded on 16 Feb 1996. It also has four Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 23 Jul 2025. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

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