Our Data Sources
5 Merchant Gate, Bedford has a single entry in the Land Registry from September 2017 and a single entry in the EPC database dated March 2017.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 3 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
Decorative condition can have a big effect on a property's value and this effect varies depending on the type, size and location of the property.
If 5 Merchant Gate, Bedford is in very good condition we estimate a sale value of £326,411 and a rental value of £1,477 per month.
However, if the property needs a lot of cosmetic work we estimate a sale value of £289,107 and a rental value of £1,309 per month.
Energy Efficiency
5 Merchant Gate, Bedford has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 21 Mar 2017.
The property is connected to mains gas and has high performance glazing. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
According to HM Land Registry, 5 Merchant Gate, Bedford was last sold on 25th September 2017 for £305,000 and was recorded as a leasehold flat.
The property has only had this single sale since 1995.
Since September 2017, the market for similar properties has dropped by 25.7%.
- Sold Sep 2017£305,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
According to the Land Registry and our network of Estate Agents, there have been 34 sales of properties similar to 5 Merchant Gate, Bedford within a radius of 420 metres since 2017.
The most recent example is 20 Merchant Gate, Riverside Square, Bedford, MK40 1AS, a leasehold flat which sold for £300,000 on the 24th October 2025.
Read more about house prices in MK40.
- Sold Oct 2025£300,000 | 3 Bed Flat20 Merchant Gate, Riverside Square, Bedford, MK40 1AS20 Merchant Gate, Riverside Square, Bedford, MK40 1AS
- Sold Oct 2024£365,000 | 3 Bed Flat34, Duckmill Crescent, Bedford, MK42 0AF34, Duckmill Crescent, Bedford, MK42 0AF
- Sold Jul 2024£385,000 | 3 Bed Flat32, Duckmill Crescent, Bedford, MK42 0AF32, Duckmill Crescent, Bedford, MK42 0AF
- Sold Nov 2023£435,000 | 3 Bed Flat23, Duckmill Crescent, Bedford, MK42 0AF23, Duckmill Crescent, Bedford, MK42 0AF
- Sold Aug 2021£410,000 | 2 Bed Flat22 Merchant Gate, Riverside Square, Bedford, MK40 1AS22 Merchant Gate, Riverside Square, Bedford, MK40 1AS
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 £274,047, ranging from £229,532 to £324,461.
- 22 Merchant Gate Riverside Square
2 Bed Flat | 0 m | Est. Value: £288,337
- 42 Merchant Gate Riverside Square
2 Bed Flat | 0 m | Est. Value: £229,532
- 24 Merchant Gate Riverside Square
2 Bed Flat | 0 m | Est. Value: £293,053
- 40 Merchant Gate Riverside Square
3 Bed Flat | 0 m | Est. Value: £324,461
- 12 Merchant Gate Riverside Square
3 Bed Flat | 0 m | Est. Value: £313,162
Location Comparison
Riverside Square, Bedford, MK40 has a total of 74 addresses. According to our analysis of all the public data, 5 Merchant Gate, Bedford is the 13th largest and the 11th most expensive property on the street.
When compared to the postcode district it is £22k less expensive than the average property in MK40.
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Schools Nearby
- Priory Primary School500 m away
- Cauldwell School1.0 km away
- Livingstone Primary School1.1 km away
- Bedford Free School300 m away
- Castle Newnham School1.7 km away
- Biddenham International School and Sports College1.9 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Bedford St Johns|600 m away
- Bedford|700 m away
- Kempston Hardwick|5.3 km away
Available Internet Speeds
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband is available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
According to data from the Environment Agency, the flood risk in this area is considered to be Low.












