Our Data Sources
17, Purwell Lane, Hitchin has 3 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in June 2016 and a single entry in the EPC database dated January 2016.
We combine this information with that 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.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 17, Purwell Lane, Hitchin would be worth £567,931, with a potential rental value of £2,415 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £503,025, with a rental value of £2,139 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
17, Purwell Lane, Hitchin occupies a 374 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 28 other houses in this postcode, 23 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 20th largest.
Energy Efficiency
17, Purwell Lane, Hitchin has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 19 Jan 2016.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
17, Purwell Lane, Hitchin last changed hands on 14th June 2016, selling for £486,000. 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 risen by 39.9% since June 2016.
- Sold Jun 2016£486,000
- Sold Jan 2008£300,000
- Sold Jan 2007£220,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 110 sales of comparable properties within 610 metres of 17, Purwell Lane, Hitchin across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 30, Bradleys Corner, Hitchin, SG4 0PR, a freehold house, sold at £571,000 on the 1st April 2026.
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- Sold Apr 2026£571,000 | 3 Bed House30, Bradleys Corner, Hitchin, SG4 0PR30, Bradleys Corner, Hitchin, SG4 0PR
- Sold Nov 2023£465,000 | 3 Bed House52, Bradleys Corner, Hitchin, SG4 0PR52, Bradleys Corner, Hitchin, SG4 0PR
- Sold Jun 2022£490,000 | 3 Bed House40, Bradleys Corner, Hitchin, SG4 0PR40, Bradleys Corner, Hitchin, SG4 0PR
•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 13 lettings within 610 metres of 17, Purwell Lane, Hitchin across the last 2 years.
The newest of these is 67, Browning Drive, Hitchin, SG4 0QR, a freehold house let by The Letting Quarter in April 2025.
- Let agreed Apr 2025£ Undisclosed | 2 Bed House67, Browning Drive, Hitchin, SG4 0QR67, Browning Drive, Hitchin, SG4 0QR
- Let agreed Mar 2025£ Undisclosed | 3 Bed House3, Hardy Close, Hitchin, SG4 0DL3, Hardy Close, Hitchin, SG4 0DL
- Let agreed Aug 2024£ Undisclosed | 1 Bed House53, Coleridge Close, Hitchin, SG4 0QX53, Coleridge Close, Hitchin, SG4 0QX
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 17, Purwell Lane, Hitchin as the 77th largest and the 35th most expensive of the 85 addresses on Purwell Lane, Hitchin, SG4.
Against the SG4 postcode district average, it is £15k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Purwell Primary School300 m away
- Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School600 m away
- Mary Exton Primary School700 m away
- Hitchin Girls' School1.3 km away
- The Highfield School1.8 km away
- Hitchin Boys' School1.8 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Hitchin|800 m away
- Letchworth Garden City|3.3 km away
- Baldock|6.2 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show ultrafast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
