Our Data Sources
48, Watercress Rise, Bedford has 2 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in June 2021 and a single entry in the EPC database dated February 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 48, Watercress Rise, Bedford would be worth £377,577, with a potential rental value of £1,551 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £334,425, with a rental value of £1,374 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
48, Watercress Rise, Bedford occupies a 205 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 66 other houses in this postcode, 50 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 37th largest.
Energy Efficiency
48, Watercress Rise, Bedford has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 12 Feb 2018.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has high performance glazing. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
48, Watercress Rise, Bedford last changed hands on 1st June 2021, selling for £300,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold twice since 1995.
The market for similar properties has dropped by 1.6% since June 2021.
- Sold Jun 2021£300,000
- Sold Feb 2018£295,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 268 sales of comparable properties within 1.2 kilometres of 48, Watercress Rise, Bedford across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 14, Watercress Rise, Bedford, MK40 4US, a leasehold house, sold at £159,750 on the 2nd December 2025.
Read more about house prices in MK40.
- Sold Dec 2025£159,750 | 3 Bed House14, Watercress Rise, Bedford, MK40 4US14, Watercress Rise, Bedford, MK40 4US
- Sold Dec 2024£375,000 | 3 Bed House55, Watercress Rise, Bedford, MK40 4US55, Watercress Rise, Bedford, MK40 4US
- Sold Feb 2021£280,000 | 3 Bed House49, Watercress Rise, Bedford, MK40 4US49, Watercress Rise, Bedford, MK40 4US
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 48, Watercress Rise, Bedford as the 49th largest and the 49th most expensive of the 66 addresses on Watercress Rise, Biddenham, Bedford, MK40.
Against the MK40 postcode district average, it is £27k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- St James' CofE Academy800 m away
- Great Ouse Primary Academy1.1 km away
- St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary and Pre-School1.1 km away
- Biddenham International School and Sports College1.1 km away
- Lincroft Academy2.8 km away
- Bedford Free School3.1 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Bedford|2.1 km away
- Bedford St Johns|3.2 km away
- Kempston Hardwick|5.9 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show ultrafast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
