Our Data Sources
157, Amherst Drive, Orpington has a single entry in the Land Registry from May 2015 and a single entry in the EPC database dated October 2014.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 5 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 157, Amherst Drive, Orpington would be worth £507,901, with a potential rental value of £2,153 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £449,855, with a rental value of £1,907 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
157, Amherst Drive, Orpington occupies a 144 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 39 other houses in this postcode, 30 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 30th largest.
Energy Efficiency
157, Amherst Drive, Orpington has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 24 Oct 2014.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
157, Amherst Drive, Orpington last changed hands on 1st May 2015, selling for £245,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
That is its only recorded sale since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 58.9% since May 2015.
- Sold May 2015£245,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 177 sales of comparable properties within 630 metres of 157, Amherst Drive, Orpington since 2017.
Most recently, 29, Amherst Drive, Orpington, BR5 2ER, a freehold house, sold at £430,000 on the 10th February 2026.
Read more about house prices in BR5.
- Sold Feb 2026£430,000 | 3 Bed House29, Amherst Drive, Orpington, BR5 2ER29, Amherst Drive, Orpington, BR5 2ER
- Sold Sep 2025£485,000 | 3 Bed House35, Amherst Drive, Orpington, BR5 2ER35, Amherst Drive, Orpington, BR5 2ER
- Sold Sep 2025£545,000 | 3 Bed House82, Hayfield Road, Orpington, BR5 2DN82, Hayfield Road, Orpington, BR5 2DN
- Sold Aug 2025£465,000 | 3 Bed House11, Ascot Road, Orpington, BR5 2JE11, Ascot Road, Orpington, BR5 2JE
- Sold Jul 2025£495,000 | 3 Bed House15, Trentham Drive, Orpington, BR5 2EP15, Trentham Drive, Orpington, BR5 2EP
Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £389,911, ranging from £207,899 to £535,026.
- 159 Amherst Drive
3 Bed House | 6 m | Est. Value: £436,913
- 155 Amherst Drive
1 Bed Flat | 7 m | Est. Value: £207,899
- 2 Dorney Rise
2 Bed House | 14 m | Est. Value: £241,654
- 161 Amherst Drive
3 Bed House | 18 m | Est. Value: £452,980
- 163 Amherst Drive
3 Bed House | 23 m | Est. Value: £501,383
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 157, Amherst Drive, Orpington as the 85th largest and the 35th most expensive of the 218 addresses on Amherst Drive, Orpington, BR5.
Against the BR5 postcode district average, it is £1k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Poverest Primary School600 m away
- Leesons Primary School900 m away
- Perry Hall Primary School1.1 km away
- Orion Coopers2.1 km away
- Kemnal Technology College2.3 km away
- Harris Academy Orpington2.6 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- St Mary Cray|900 m away
- Petts Wood|1.5 km away
- Orpington|2.3 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show ultrafast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Ultrafast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
