Our Data Sources
71, Howes Drive, Bedford has 31 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in May 2013 and a single entry in the EPC database dated April 2021.
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 71, Howes Drive, Bedford would be worth £253,951, with a potential rental value of £1,236 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £224,928, with a rental value of £1,095 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
71, Howes Drive, Bedford occupies a 49 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 56 other houses in this postcode, 49 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 48th largest.
Energy Efficiency
71, Howes Drive, Bedford has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of C. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 08 Apr 2021.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
71, Howes Drive, Bedford last changed hands on 3rd May 2013, selling for £112,500. 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 73.9% since May 2013.
- Sold May 2013£112,500
- Sold Dec 2010£116,500
- Sold Nov 2003£92,950
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 43 sales of comparable properties within 930 metres of 71, Howes Drive, Bedford across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 33, Chandlers Close, Bedford, MK43 0QW, a freehold house, sold at £240,000 on the 29th September 2023.
Read more about house prices in MK43.
- Sold Sep 2023£240,000 | 2 Bed House33, Chandlers Close, Bedford, MK43 0QW33, Chandlers Close, Bedford, MK43 0QW
- Sold Oct 2019£217,000 | 2 Bed House83, Howes Drive, Bedford, MK43 0FD83, Howes Drive, Bedford, MK43 0FD
- Sold Sep 2019£225,000 | 2 Bed House69, Howes Drive, Bedford, MK43 0FD69, Howes Drive, Bedford, MK43 0FD
•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 71, Howes Drive, Bedford as the 91st largest and the 81st most expensive of the 97 addresses on Howes Drive, Marston Moretaine, Bedford, MK43.
Against the MK43 postcode district average, it is £171k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Marston Moreteyne VC School500 m away
- Thomas Johnson Lower School2.2 km away
- Cranfield Church of England Academy3.5 km away
- Wootton Upper School4.0 km away
- Redborne Upper School and Community College6.1 km away
- Kempston Academy6.4 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Millbrook (Bedfordshire)|1.8 km away
- Lidlington|2.1 km away
- Stewartby|2.6 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.












