Our Data Sources
17, West Lane, Hitchin has 31 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in January 2019 and a single entry in the EPC database dated October 2022.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 2 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 17, West Lane, Hitchin would be worth £506,905, with a potential rental value of £2,037 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £448,973, with a rental value of £1,804 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
17, West Lane, Hitchin occupies a 368 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 16 other houses in this postcode, 11 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 9th largest.
Energy Efficiency
17, West Lane, Hitchin has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 13 Oct 2022.
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, West Lane, Hitchin last changed hands on 18th January 2019, selling for £386,000. 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 18.6% since January 2019.
- Sold Jan 2019£386,000
- Sold Jun 2004£246,000
- Sold Feb 1996£91,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 95 sales of comparable properties within 3.0 kilometres of 17, West Lane, Hitchin across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 11, Bunyan Close, Hitchin, SG5 3RE, a freehold house, sold at £432,500 on the 1st November 2024.
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- Sold Nov 2024£432,500 | 3 Bed House11, Bunyan Close, Hitchin, SG5 3RE11, Bunyan Close, Hitchin, SG5 3RE
- Sold Aug 2022£470,000 | 3 Bed House19, Bunyan Close, Hitchin, SG5 3RE19, Bunyan Close, Hitchin, SG5 3RE
- Sold Dec 2020£345,000 | 3 Bed House33, Bunyan Close, Hitchin, SG5 3RE33, Bunyan Close, Hitchin, SG5 3RE
•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 1 letting within 3.0 kilometres of 17, West Lane, Hitchin across the last 2 years.
The newest of these is 15, Shillington Road, Hitchin, SG5 3QJ, a freehold house let by The Letting Quarter in October 2025.
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 17, West Lane, Hitchin as the 23rd largest and the 22nd most expensive of the 34 addresses on West Lane, Pirton, Hitchin, SG5.
Against the SG5 postcode district average, it is £24k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Pirton School400 m away
- Stondon Lower School3.0 km away
- Oughton Primary and Nursery School3.4 km away
- The Priory School3.5 km away
- Hitchin Boys' School4.4 km away
- Hitchin Girls' School5.1 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Hitchin|5.1 km away
- Letchworth Garden City|6.9 km away
- Arlesey|7.1 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.
