Our Data Sources
157, Lower Road, Orpington has 21 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in December 2023 and a single entry in the EPC database dated July 2023.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 3 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 157, Lower Road, Orpington would be worth £471,471, with a potential rental value of £2,034 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £417,589, with a rental value of £1,802 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
157, Lower Road, Orpington occupies a 275 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 26 other houses in this postcode, 23 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 8th largest.
Energy Efficiency
157, Lower Road, Orpington has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 04 Jul 2023.
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, Lower Road, Orpington last changed hands on 15th December 2023, selling for £390,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold twice since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 16.9% since December 2023.
- Sold Dec 2023£390,000
- Sold Mar 1996£70,300
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 143 sales of comparable properties within 470 metres of 157, Lower Road, Orpington since 2019.
Most recently, 88, Lower Road, Orpington, BR5 4AL, a freehold house, sold at £397,300 on the 27th March 2026.
Read more about house prices in BR5.
- Sold Mar 2026£397,300 | 3 Bed House88, Lower Road, Orpington, BR5 4AL88, Lower Road, Orpington, BR5 4AL
- Sold Oct 2025£460,000 | 3 Bed House14, Kynaston Road, Orpington, BR5 4JS14, Kynaston Road, Orpington, BR5 4JS
- Sold Oct 2025£450,000 | 2 Bed House20, Perry Hall Road, Orpington, BR6 0HS20, Perry Hall Road, Orpington, BR6 0HS
- Sold Oct 2025£370,000 | 3 Bed House50, Haydens Close, Orpington, BR5 4JE50, Haydens Close, Orpington, BR5 4JE
- Sold Jul 2025£440,000 | 3 Bed House9, Brookmead Close, Orpington, BR5 2BB9, Brookmead Close, Orpington, BR5 2BB
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 £461,144, ranging from £384,742 to £553,392.
- 159 Lower Road
3 Bed House | 9 m | Est. Value: £553,392
- 155 Lower Road
2 Bed House | 13 m | Est. Value: £407,794
- 153 Lower Road
2 Bed House | 21 m | Est. Value: £414,578
- 1 Gilroy Way
2 Bed House | 24 m | Est. Value: £437,689
- 1A Gilroy Way
3 Bed House | 29 m | Est. Value: £524,883
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 157, Lower Road, Orpington as the 31st largest and the 18th most expensive of the 97 addresses on Lower Road, Orpington, BR5.
Against the BR5 postcode district average, it is £32k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- St Philomena's Primary School500 m away
- St. Mary Cray Primary Academy500 m away
- Harris Primary Academy Orpington600 m away
- Harris Academy Orpington1.1 km away
- St Olave's and St Saviour's Grammar School2.0 km away
- Kemnal Technology College3.1 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- St Mary Cray|1.2 km away
- Orpington|1.8 km away
- Petts Wood|2.5 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.












