Our Data Sources
78, Retort Close, Southend-On-Sea has 51 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in January 2023 and a single entry in the EPC database dated August 2022.
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 78, Retort Close, Southend-On-Sea would be worth £198,833, with a potential rental value of £1,078 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £176,109, with a rental value of £955 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Energy Efficiency
78, Retort Close, Southend-On-Sea has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of C. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 05 Aug 2022.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Room heaters, electric.
Sold Prices
78, Retort Close, Southend-On-Sea last changed hands on 27th January 2023, selling for £235,000. The transaction was logged as a leasehold flat by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold 5 times since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 3.7% since January 2023.
- Sold Jan 2023£235,000
- Sold Jun 2021£178,000
- Sold May 2018£183,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 132 sales of comparable properties within 490 metres of 78, Retort Close, Southend-On-Sea across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 34, Retort Close, Southend-On-Sea, SS1 2AQ, a leasehold flat, sold at £190,000 on the 3rd February 2026.
Read more about house prices in SS1.
- Sold Feb 2026£190,000 | 2 Bed Flat34, Retort Close, Southend-On-Sea, SS1 2AQ34, Retort Close, Southend-On-Sea, SS1 2AQ
- Sold Mar 2025£190,000 | 2 Bed Flat69, Retort Close, Southend-On-Sea, SS1 2AQ69, Retort Close, Southend-On-Sea, SS1 2AQ
- Sold Apr 2022£210,000 | 2 Bed Flat75, Retort Close, Southend-On-Sea, SS1 2AQ75, Retort Close, Southend-On-Sea, SS1 2AQ
•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 78, Retort Close, Southend-On-Sea as the 54th largest and the 55th most expensive of the 81 addresses on Retort Close, Southend-On-Sea, SS1.
Against the SS1 postcode district average, it is £210k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Greenways Primary School900 m away
- Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School900 m away
- Porters Grange Primary School and Nursery1.1 km away
- Southend High School for Girls1.5 km away
- Southchurch High School1.8 km away
- St Bernard's High School2.3 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Southend East|800 m away
- Southend Central|1.4 km away
- Southend Victoria|1.7 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Low risk of flooding.
