Our Data Sources
Elm Cottage, Braintree has 41 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in July 2016 and a single entry in the EPC database dated August 2015.
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 Elm Cottage, Braintree would be worth £585,529, with a potential rental value of £1,733 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £518,611, with a rental value of £1,535 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
Elm Cottage, Braintree occupies a 434 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 18 other houses in this postcode, 16 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 6th largest.
Energy Efficiency
Elm Cottage, Braintree has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of F. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 25 Aug 2015.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has single glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, oil.
Sold Prices
Elm Cottage, Braintree last changed hands on 26th July 2016, selling for £447,500. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold 4 times since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 9.0% since July 2016.
- Sold Jul 2016£447,500
- Sold Nov 2010£385,000
- Sold Apr 2006£375,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 3 sales of comparable properties within 4.2 kilometres of Elm Cottage, Braintree across the last 2 years.
Most recently, Lanier House, High Street, Braintree, CM7 4BY, a freehold house, sold at £505,000 on the 31st March 2025.
Read more about house prices in CM7.
- Sold Mar 2025£505,000 | 4 Bed HouseLanier House, High Street, Braintree, CM7 4BYLanier House, High Street, Braintree, CM7 4BY
- Sold Mar 2021£487,500 | 4 Bed HouseThe Old Post Office, High Street, Braintree, CM7 4BYThe Old Post Office, High Street, Braintree, CM7 4BY
- Sold Aug 2018£406,000 | 5 Bed HouseBurleigh Cottage, High Street, Braintree, CM7 4BYBurleigh Cottage, High Street, Braintree, CM7 4BY
•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 Elm Cottage, Braintree as the 11th largest and the 5th most expensive of the 126 addresses on High Street, Wethersfield, Braintree, CM7.
Against the CM7 postcode district average, it is £226k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- 200mWethersfield CofE VC Primary School
- 2.8kmFinchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy
- 3.4kmShalford Primary School
- 7.6kmHedingham School and Sixth Form
- 8.3kmTabor Academy
- 10.6kmNotley High School and Braintree Sixth Form
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Public Transport Nearby
- 9.8kmBraintree
- 10.8kmBraintree Freeport
- 12.8kmCressing (Essex)
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.
