Our Data Sources
16, Gainsford Crescent, Hitchin has 31 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in July 2023 and a single entry in the EPC database dated October 2018.
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 16, Gainsford Crescent, Hitchin would be worth £614,993, with a potential rental value of £2,627 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £544,708, with a rental value of £2,327 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
16, Gainsford Crescent, Hitchin occupies a 290 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
All 41 other houses in this postcode have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 23rd largest.
Energy Efficiency
16, Gainsford Crescent, Hitchin has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 09 Oct 2018.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
16, Gainsford Crescent, Hitchin last changed hands on 20th July 2023, selling for £515,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold 3 times since 1995.
The market for similar properties has dropped by 4.8% since July 2023.
- Sold Jul 2023£515,000
- Sold Oct 2005£220,000
- Sold Mar 2003£177,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 124 sales of comparable properties within 870 metres of 16, Gainsford Crescent, Hitchin across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 29, Gainsford Crescent, Hitchin, SG4 0QG, a freehold house, sold at £575,000 on the 24th February 2026.
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- Sold Feb 2026£575,000 | 3 Bed House29, Gainsford Crescent, Hitchin, SG4 0QG29, Gainsford Crescent, Hitchin, SG4 0QG
- Sold Jul 2025£632,000 | 3 Bed House29, Harkness Way, Hitchin, SG4 0QJ29, Harkness Way, Hitchin, SG4 0QJ
- Sold Mar 2024£578,750 | 4 Bed House33, Gainsford Crescent, Hitchin, SG4 0QG33, Gainsford Crescent, Hitchin, SG4 0QG
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Properties Let Nearby
Agents in our network have reported 9 lettings within 870 metres of 16, Gainsford Crescent, Hitchin across the last 2 years.
The newest of these is 6, Allwoods Place, Hitchin, SG4 0BQ, a leasehold flat let by The Letting Quarter in May 2026.
- Let agreed May 2026£ Undisclosed | 2 Bed Flat6, Allwoods Place, Hitchin, SG4 0BQ6, Allwoods Place, Hitchin, SG4 0BQ
- Let agreed Nov 2025£ Undisclosed | 1 Bed House1B, Kingswood Avenue, Hitchin, SG4 0PB1B, Kingswood Avenue, Hitchin, SG4 0PB
- Let agreed Mar 2025£ Undisclosed | 2 Bed Flat14, Allwoods Place, Hitchin, SG4 0BQ14, Allwoods Place, Hitchin, SG4 0BQ
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 16, Gainsford Crescent, Hitchin as the 8th largest and the 8th most expensive of the 41 addresses on Gainsford Crescent, Hitchin, SG4.
Against the SG4 postcode district average, it is £59k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School300 m away
- Purwell Primary School900 m away
- St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School1.3 km away
- The Highfield School1.2 km away
- Fearnhill School1.7 km away
- Hitchin Girls' School1.8 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Hitchin|1.1 km away
- Letchworth Garden City|2.7 km away
- Baldock|5.7 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
