8 Birch Leys, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 7SA is a freehold semi-detached property built between 1983-1990. The property offers approximately 743 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 £405,649 , which equates to approximately £546 per square foot. It was last sold on 16 Oct 2018 for £335,000. Since then, the value has increased by £70,649, representing a 21.1% increase, or approximately 2.9% per year.

The current estimated value of £405,649 is:

  • 4.8% lower than the average property price on Birch Leys
  • 0.5% lower than the average in the HP2 7SA postcode area
  • and 11.2% lower than the average price for Hemel Hempstead 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 9 March 2015, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

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Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Semi-Detached House
Built
1983-1990
Interior Size
743 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£405,649
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£546
Bedroom Count (estimate)
2 bedrooms

EPC Summary

8 Birch Leys, Hemel Hempstead, Dacorum, Hertfordshire, HP2 7SA has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, based on the latest assessment carried out on 9 Mar 2015.

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 20 Sep 2009, and the property received the same rating of D with an unchanged energy efficiency score of 68.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The main heating energy efficiency improving from average to good, while the heating system type remained the same (boiler and radiators, mains gas).
  • 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, 75 mm loft insulation, changing energy efficiency from good to average.
  • The wall construction or insulation changed from timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed) to cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed), with no change in energy efficiency (good).
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system
Good
Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
Average
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Good
Windows
Fully double glazed
Average
Lighting
No low energy lighting
Very Poor

Compared to HP2 7SA

1 st / 11
Price Rank
1% lower than average
4 th / 9
Size Rank
4% smaller than average
2 nd / 9
Price Per Sq FT Rank
3% higher than average

Compared to other properties in HP2 7SA , this house's estimated value ranks 1st out of 11. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 2nd out of 9 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 4th out of 9 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£405,649
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+21 %
16 Oct 2018
£335,000
Leasehold
+27.1 %
15 Sep 2014
£263,500
Leasehold
+29.2 %
26 Jul 2012
£204,000
Leasehold
+0.5 %
22 Feb 2010
£203,000
Leasehold
+106.1 %
9 Jan 1998
£98,500
Leasehold
+31.3 %
5 Feb 1996
£75,000
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 4
size: 743 sq ft
sale price: £330,000
sale date: 1 Aug 2018
rooms: 5
size: 775 sq ft
sale price: £300,000
sale date: 30 Nov 2015
rooms: 4
size: 732 sq ft
sale price: £234,000
sale date: 5 Feb 2014
rooms: 4
size: 657 sq ft
sale price: £190,000
sale date: 17 Jan 2013

Data Sources

The property at 8 Birch Leys, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 7SA appears six times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 16 Oct 2018. It also has two Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 9 Mar 2015. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

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