Our Data Sources
5, Melville Avenue, Darwen has 3 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in August 2020 and a single entry in the EPC database dated July 2017.
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 5, Melville Avenue, Darwen would be worth £430,427, with a potential rental value of £2,054 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £381,236, with a rental value of £1,819 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
5, Melville Avenue, Darwen occupies a 531 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 4th largest.
Energy Efficiency
5, Melville Avenue, Darwen has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of C. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 07 Jul 2017.
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
5, Melville Avenue, Darwen last changed hands on 21st August 2020, selling for £369,000. The transaction was logged as a leasehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold 3 times since 1995.
The market for similar properties has dropped by 2.3% since August 2020.
- Sold Aug 2020£369,000
- Sold Dec 2017£360,000
- Sold Jul 2007£375,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 7 sales of comparable properties within 680 metres of 5, Melville Avenue, Darwen since 2010.
Most recently, 7, Hillside Gardens, Darwen, BB3 2NJ, a leasehold house, sold at £474,500 on the 21st June 2024.
Read more about house prices in BB3.
- Sold Jun 2024£474,500 | 5 Bed House7, Hillside Gardens, Darwen, BB3 2NJ7, Hillside Gardens, Darwen, BB3 2NJ
- Sold Feb 2023£385,000 | 5 Bed House63, Manor Road, Darwen, BB3 2SN63, Manor Road, Darwen, BB3 2SN
- Sold Mar 2022£220,000 | 5 Bed House113, Belgrave Road, Darwen, BB3 2SF113, Belgrave Road, Darwen, BB3 2SF
- Sold Mar 2021£250,000 | 5 Bed House101, Belgrave Road, Darwen, BB3 2SF101, Belgrave Road, Darwen, BB3 2SF
- Sold Dec 2013£243,500 | 5 Bed House125, Manor Road, Darwen, BB3 2SN125, Manor Road, Darwen, BB3 2SN
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 £393,657, ranging from £262,190 to £503,974.
- 2 Radford Gardens
4 Bed House | 26 m | Est. Value: £378,239
- 4 Radford Gardens
4 Bed House | 39 m | Est. Value: £421,236
- 4 Hillside Gardens
5 Bed House | 42 m | Est. Value: £498,046
- 1 Melville Avenue
4 Bed House | 49 m | Est. Value: £316,741
- 6 Melville Avenue
4 Bed House | 50 m | Est. Value: £306,986
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 5, Melville Avenue, Darwen as the largest and the most expensive of the 14 addresses on Melville Avenue, Darwen, BB3.
Against the BB3 postcode district average, it is £235k 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.
