Thomas Merrifield says ..
A spacious and attractive three bedroom semi-detached house in a small village, convenient to both Oxford and Bicester
Property Oracle says ..
The property is located in Merton, Oxfordshire, a village with a semi-rural feel. While the immediate vicinity appears quiet, the proximity to Bicester (approximately 4-5km to Bicester Village and Bicester North train stations) offers convenient access to transportation links. Several primary schools are within a reasonable distance (under 5km), though specific Ofsted ratings for all schools are not fully provided. The lack of detailed information regarding local shops and amenities necessitates a neutral stance on the location score.
Based on the provided images, the property seems to be in generally good condition, although some minor cosmetic updates might enhance its presentation. The kitchen and bathroom appear functional but could benefit from modernisation. The overall structure appears sound, and there’s no obvious evidence of significant repairs needed. However, a full survey would be recommended to confirm this assessment.
The property includes a garden, though it appears to be somewhat overgrown and could benefit from landscaping. The size of the garden is not specified, however, it is present.
Considering the list price of £350,000, the average house price in the area (£582,312) and average price per sqft (£350), the property’s price seems relatively low. However, the lack of plot size information and the absence of comparable properties with similar sqft makes it difficult to definitively assess its value. The lower price may be justified by the need for some modernisation or the smaller garden. Further comparative analysis with similar properties in the area is needed for a more conclusive price assessment.
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
- 7
- Condition
- 7
- Location
- 6
- Land
- 5
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 1,173.27
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 531,667.00 £Decreased by 32.33 %
- Est sale value
- 356,674.08 £Decreased by 22.45 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,542.00 £/moDecreased by 19.90 %
- Est letting value
- 0.00 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 3.48 %Increased by 18.37 %
- Crime Rate
- 232.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlton-On-Otmoor Church Of England Primary School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 2.90 KM |
| Whitelands Academy | Free Schools | 3.78 KM | |
| St Edburg'S Church Of England (Va) School | Voluntary Aided School | Good | 4.08 KM |
| Bruern Abbey School | Other Independent School | 4.15 KM | |
| Langford Village Community Primary School | Community School | Good | 4.70 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tithe Barn | £ 475,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Butts | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Manor Farm Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bicester Village | 3104 | BIT | 4.42 KM |
| Bicester North | 3048 | BCS | 5.48 KM |
| Islip | 3110 | ISP | 9.03 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Street, Merton, OX25 | £ 350,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Merton, Bicester, Oxfordshire | £ 375,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Tithe Barn, Merton, Bicester, Oxfordshire | £ 500,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.14 KM |
| Gulley Row, OX25 | £ 325,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.39 KM |
| West End Lane, Merton, Bicester, OX25 | £ 2,500,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.48 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Church Close | £ 180,000 | 0.05 KM |
| 2 Manor Farm Close | £ 500,000 | 0.09 KM |
| 3 Manor Farm Close | £ 522,500 | 0.09 KM |
| 4 Manor Farm Close | £ 640,000 | 0.09 KM |
| 1 Manor Farm Close | £ 568,000 | 0.09 KM |