Our Data Sources
16, Melville Avenue, Darwen has no recent1 records in the Land Registry and a single entry in the EPC database dated May 2022.
We combine this information with public data of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 4 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 16, Melville Avenue, Darwen would be worth £296,365, with a potential rental value of £1,353 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £262,495, with a rental value of £1,198 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
16, Melville Avenue, Darwen occupies a 434 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 14 other houses in this postcode, 12 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 9th largest.
Energy Efficiency
16, Melville Avenue, Darwen has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 16 May 2022.
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
16, Melville Avenue, Darwen last changed hands on 28th June 2002, selling for £115,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
That is its only recorded sale since 1995.
- Sold Jun 2002£115,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 27 sales of comparable properties within 670 metres of 16, Melville Avenue, Darwen since 2007.
Most recently, 12, High Bank Crescent, Darwen, BB3 2TD, a freehold house, sold at £230,000 on the 26th January 2026.
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- Sold Jan 2026£230,000 | 4 Bed House12, High Bank Crescent, Darwen, BB3 2TD12, High Bank Crescent, Darwen, BB3 2TD
- Sold Jan 2026£280,000 | 3 Bed House14, Melville Avenue, Darwen, BB3 2QA14, Melville Avenue, Darwen, BB3 2QA
- Sold May 2025£245,000 | 4 Bed House3, High Bank Crescent, Darwen, BB3 2TD3, High Bank Crescent, Darwen, BB3 2TD
- Sold Jul 2024£260,000 | 4 Bed House43, East Park Avenue, Darwen, BB3 2SQ43, East Park Avenue, Darwen, BB3 2SQ
- Sold Apr 2023£280,000 | 4 Bed House2, High Bank Crescent, Darwen, BB3 2TD2, High Bank Crescent, Darwen, BB3 2TD
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 £256,175, ranging from £217,704 to £339,476.
- 14 Melville Avenue
3 Bed House | 10 m | Est. Value: £282,253
- 12 Melville Avenue
3 Bed House | 19 m | Est. Value: £279,653
- 1 Astley Heights
3 Bed House | 24 m | Est. Value: £248,938
- 11 Melville Avenue
4 Bed House | 27 m | Est. Value: £339,476
- 2 Astley Heights
3 Bed House | 32 m | Est. Value: £220,269
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 16, Melville Avenue, Darwen as the 12th largest and the 12th most expensive of the 14 addresses on Melville Avenue, Darwen, BB3.
Against the BB3 postcode district average, it is £107k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Darwen200 m away
- Holy Trinity VC School800 m away
- Ashleigh Primary School800 m away
- Darwen Aldridge Community Academy700 m away
- Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio900 m away
- Darwen Vale High School3.0 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Darwen|1.1 km away
- Entwistle|5.0 km away
- Mill Hill (Lancs)|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 available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
