42 Westfield Crescent, Brighton, BN1 8JB is a freehold semi-detached property built between 1950-1966. The property offers approximately 1,550 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 £560,168 , which equates to approximately £361 per square foot. It was last sold on 2 Dec 2019 for £465,000. Since then, the value has increased by £95,168, representing a 20.5% increase, or approximately 3.4% per year.

The current estimated value of £560,168 is:

  • 3.5% higher than the average property price on Westfield Crescent
  • 16.8% higher than the average in the BN1 8JB postcode area
  • and 60.9% higher than the average price for Brighton 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 29 October 2019, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

View sold house prices in BN1 8JB

Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Semi-Detached House
Built
1950-1966
Interior Size
1550 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£560,168
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£361
Bedroom Count (estimate)
5 bedrooms

EPC Summary

42 Westfield Crescent, Brighton, Brighton And Hove, East Sussex, BN1 8JB has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C, based on the latest assessment carried out on 29 Oct 2019.

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 17 Aug 2009. The rating of C is unchanged, though the energy efficiency score decreased by 9.2%.

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 roof room(s), insulated to flat, insulated (assumed), with no change in energy efficiency (good).
  • The lighting was updated from low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets to no low energy lighting, with efficiency changing from good to very poor.
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system
Good
Roof
Flat, insulated (assumed)
Good
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Poor
Windows
Fully double glazed
Good
Lighting
No low energy lighting
Very Poor

Compared to BN1 8JB

1 st / 38
Price Rank
17% higher than average
2 nd / 30
Size Rank
72% bigger than average
25 th / 30
Price Per Sq FT Rank
32% lower than average

Compared to other properties in BN1 8JB , this house's estimated value ranks 1st out of 38. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 25th out of 30 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 2nd out of 30 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£560,168
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+20 %
2 Dec 2019
£465,000
Leasehold
+48.8 %
16 Oct 2009
£312,500
Leasehold
+95.3 %
12 Jun 2009
£160,000
Leasehold

Area Insights

Nearby Properties

rooms: 6
size: 2411 sq ft
sale price: £545,000
sale date: 28 Jun 2021
rooms: 6
size: 1130 sq ft
sale price: £295,000
sale date: 19 Mar 2014
rooms: 6
size: 1143 sq ft
sale price: £281,250
sale date: 3 May 2007
rooms: 5
size: 1098 sq ft
sale price: £475,000
sale date: 3 Sep 2021
rooms: 4
size: 904 sq ft
sale price: £392,000
sale date: 18 Mar 2019

Data Sources

The property at 42 Westfield Crescent, Brighton, BN1 8JB appears three times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 2 Dec 2019. It also has three Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 29 Oct 2019. 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.