9 Katherine Drive, Dunstable, LU5 4NW is a freehold semi-detached property built between 1950-1966. The property offers approximately 840 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 £375,000 , which equates to approximately £447 per square foot. It was last sold on 18 Dec 2020 for £305,000. Since then, the value has increased by £70,000, representing a 23.0% increase, or approximately 4.6% per year.

The current estimated value of £375,000 is:

  • 7.0% lower than the average property price on Katherine Drive
  • 12.8% higher than the average in the LU5 4NW postcode area
  • and 10.4% higher than the average price for Dunstable 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 12 October 2022, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

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Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Semi-Detached Bungalow
Built
1950-1966
Interior Size
840 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£375,000
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£447
Bedroom Count (estimate)
2 bedrooms

EPC Summary

9 Katherine Drive, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire, LU5 4NW has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, based on the latest assessment carried out on 12 Oct 2022.

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 3 Aug 2020. The rating of D remains the same, but the energy efficiency score improved by 12.1%.

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 good to average.
  • The roof construction or insulation changed from pitched, 270 mm loft insulation to pitched, 300 mm loft insulation, improving energy efficiency from good to very good.
  • The lighting was changed from low energy lighting in 63% of fixed outlets to low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets, with no change in efficiency (good).
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system, no cylinder thermostat
Average
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Very Good
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Average
Windows
Fully double glazed
Average
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets
Good

Compared to LU5 4NW

2 nd / 10
Price Rank
13% higher than average
2 nd / 10
Size Rank
27% bigger than average
10 th / 10
Price Per Sq FT Rank
11% lower than average

Compared to other properties in LU5 4NW , this bungalow's estimated value ranks 2nd out of 10. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 10th out of 10 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 10 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£375,000
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+23 %
18 Dec 2020
£305,000
Leasehold
+99.3 %
12 Mar 2009
£153,000
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 3
size: 840 sq ft
sale price: £350,000
sale date: 9 Aug 2021
rooms: 4
size: 861 sq ft
sale price: £237,500
sale date: 1 Jun 2007
rooms: 4
size: 786 sq ft
sale price: £166,000
sale date: 9 Dec 2005
rooms: 4
size: 775 sq ft
sale price: £155,000
sale date: 30 Jul 2004
rooms: 4
size: 786 sq ft
sale price: £141,000
sale date: 16 Dec 2002

Data Sources

The property at 9 Katherine Drive, Dunstable, LU5 4NW appears two times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 18 Dec 2020. It also has three Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 12 Oct 2022. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

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