Our Data Sources
42, Shearwater Drive, Torquay has 31 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in August 2012 and a single entry in the EPC database dated April 2025.
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.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 42, Shearwater Drive, Torquay would be worth £248,292, with a potential rental value of £1,138 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £219,916, with a rental value of £1,008 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
42, Shearwater Drive, Torquay occupies a 221 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 29 other houses in this postcode, 24 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 2nd largest.
Energy Efficiency
42, Shearwater Drive, Torquay has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of C. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 03 Apr 2025.
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
42, Shearwater Drive, Torquay last changed hands on 31st August 2012, selling for £170,000. 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 50.6% since August 2012.
- Sold Aug 2012£170,000
- Sold Mar 2007£181,000
- Sold Oct 2000£87,950
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 259 sales of comparable properties within 1.1 kilometres of 42, Shearwater Drive, Torquay since 2019.
Most recently, 26, Cormorant Close, Torquay, TQ2 7TH, a freehold house, sold at £277,000 on the 17th April 2026.
Read more about house prices in TQ2.
- Sold Apr 2026£277,000 | 3 Bed House26, Cormorant Close, Torquay, TQ2 7TH26, Cormorant Close, Torquay, TQ2 7TH
- Sold Feb 2026£200,000 | 3 Bed House19, Kingfisher Close, Torquay, TQ2 7TF19, Kingfisher Close, Torquay, TQ2 7TF
- Sold Feb 2026£192,000 | 3 Bed House25, Heron Way, Torquay, TQ2 7SW25, Heron Way, Torquay, TQ2 7SW
- Sold Jan 2026£216,000 | 3 Bed House53, Shearwater Drive, Torquay, TQ2 7TL53, Shearwater Drive, Torquay, TQ2 7TL
- Sold Dec 2025£223,250 | 3 Bed House5, Heron Way, Torquay, TQ2 7SW5, Heron Way, Torquay, TQ2 7SW
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 £243,578, ranging from £210,095 to £309,946.
- 40 Shearwater Drive
2 Bed House | 5 m | Est. Value: £210,095
- 38 Shearwater Drive
3 Bed House | 10 m | Est. Value: £238,207
- 44 Shearwater Drive
4 Bed House | 20 m | Est. Value: £309,946
- 46 Shearwater Drive
3 Bed House | 24 m | Est. Value: £220,856
- 37 Shearwater Drive
2 Bed House | 26 m | Est. Value: £214,279
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 42, Shearwater Drive, Torquay as the 26th largest and the 27th most expensive of the 66 addresses on Shearwater Drive, Torquay, TQ2.
Against the TQ2 postcode district average, it is £27k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Lift Barton Hill1.3 km away
- Kingskerswell Church of England Primary School1.5 km away
- Shiphay Learning Academy1.6 km away
- Torquay Academy1.9 km away
- Torquay Girls' Grammar School1.9 km away
- Torquay Boys' Grammar School2.0 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Torre|2.5 km away
- Torquay|3.8 km away
- Newton Abbot|4.9 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show ultrafast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Ultrafast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
