Brighton Road, Purley, Surrey
By Cubitt & West
£ 55,000
Reviews
3 out of 5 stars
Cubitt & West says ..
Set in the heart of Purley, this first floor retirement studio could be your ideal home if you are looking to downsize. With lift access, walking distance to shops, transport links and restaurants, this studio has parking bays and lovely communal grounds.
Property Oracle says ..
This studio apartment situated on Brighton Road, Purley, Surrey, presents a mixed bag of advantages and disadvantages. The property’s location is a clear strength, offering easy access to Purley station, local amenities (Tesco’s is close by), and several good schools. The communal gardens are also a notable feature, providing a welcome green space for residents. The property itself is smaller than the average nearby property. However, the property’s interior seems dated and in need of modernisation, potentially impacting its immediate desirability. The kitchen and bathroom, though functional, appear to require updating, and the overall décor is somewhat dated. The absence of specific details regarding tenure (leasehold or freehold) and service charges prevents a more comprehensive financial assessment of the proposition. The lack of plot size data is also hindering. Overall, this studio apartment represents a potentially viable investment for someone seeking a relatively affordable property in a convenient location, provided they are willing to undertake renovations and factored in the additional costs associated with running the property. The lower price does reflect the condition and could be considered a reasonable, though not outstanding, value in the current market. Further investigation into specific details including tenure, service charges, and lease details would give a clearer picture of the actual cost.
Therefore, we give this property 6 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 6
- Condition
- 4
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 0
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 500.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 616,068.00 £Decreased by 0.97 %
- Est sale value
- 294,000.00 £Increased by 27.00 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,898.00 £/moDecreased by 5.95 %
- Est letting value
- 500.00 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 3.70 %Decreased by 4.88 %
- Crime Rate
- 15.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St David'S School | Other Independent School | 0.45 KM | |
| St Nicholas School | Community Special School | Good | 0.63 KM |
| Beaumont Primary School | Community School | Outstanding | 0.71 KM |
| Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School | Voluntary Aided School | Good | 1.07 KM |
| Thomas More Catholic School | Voluntary Aided School | Good | 1.07 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Fire Station Cottages | £ 279,995 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Foxley Hall | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Purley Road | £ 350,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Higher Drive | £ 555,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reedham (London) | 5431 | RHM | 0.48 KM |
| Purley | 5379 | PUR | 0.82 KM |
| Coulsdon Town | 5382 | CDN | 2.06 KM |
| Riddlesdown | 5432 | RDD | 2.37 KM |
| Kenley | 5419 | KLY | 2.44 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Road, Purley, Surrey | £ 75,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Brighton Road, Purley, Surrey | £ 55,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Brighton Road, Purley, CR8 | £ 225,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Brighton Road, Purley, CR8 | £ 210,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Russell Hill Place, Purley, CR8 | £ 260,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.01 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 51a Brighton Road | £ 390,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 55 Brighton Road | £ 275,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 35 Brighton Road | £ 240,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 55b Brighton Road | £ 287,500 | 0.01 KM |
| 37b Brighton Road | £ 440,000 | 0.01 KM |