Our Data Sources
8, The Close, Folkestone has 21 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in November 2015 and a single entry in the EPC database dated July 2015.
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 8, The Close, Folkestone would be worth £280,410, with a potential rental value of £1,425 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £248,364, with a rental value of £1,263 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
8, The Close, Folkestone occupies a 178 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
All 10 other houses in this postcode have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 6th largest.
Energy Efficiency
8, The Close, Folkestone has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 03 Jul 2015.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
8, The Close, Folkestone last changed hands on 3rd November 2015, selling for £140,000. 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 risen by 74.0% since November 2015.
- Sold Nov 2015£140,000
- Sold Nov 1999£53,500
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 38 sales of comparable properties within 580 metres of 8, The Close, Folkestone across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 5, The Close, Folkestone, CT19 6QB, a freehold house, sold at £260,000 on the 12th February 2025.
Read more about house prices in CT19.
- Sold Feb 2025£260,000 | 3 Bed House5, The Close, Folkestone, CT19 6QB5, The Close, Folkestone, CT19 6QB
- Sold Nov 2024£275,000 | 3 Bed House261, Downs Road, Folkestone, CT19 5TH261, Downs Road, Folkestone, CT19 5TH
- Sold Nov 2022£305,000 | 3 Bed House229, Downs Road, Folkestone, CT19 5TH229, Downs Road, Folkestone, CT19 5TH
•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 8, The Close, Folkestone as the 10th largest and the 10th most expensive of the 10 addresses on The Close, Folkestone, CT19.
Against the CT19 postcode district average, it is £22k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Castle Hill Community Primary School600 m away
- Mundella Primary School800 m away
- Martello Primary1.1 km away
- Folkestone Academy1.2 km away
- The Harvey Grammar School2.1 km away
- Turner Free School2.5 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Folkestone Central|1.7 km away
- Folkestone West|2.4 km away
- Sandling|8.2 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.
