Buying at CT6 5LA

Before you make an offer

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  Ground: shrink-swell clay (subsidence) significant, collapsible deposits significantBGS rates the wider 5 km area for these; it describes the area, not the plot. Mention it to your surveyor, especially for an older home or big trees near the house.
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  Flood risk from rivers or the sea33% of homes in this postcode are at high and 0% at medium risk. Ask about past flooding and get an insurance quote before you exchange (Environment Agency).
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  Conservation area: HERNE BAYChanges to the outside and work on trees usually need consent. Ask whether past alterations had permission.
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  Article 4 directionSome work normally allowed without planning permission needs it here (Dwelling houses in Herne Bay Conservation Area).
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  16 listed buildings within 200 mIf the home itself is listed, most changes inside and out need consent: check the National Heritage List.
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  No coal mining riskOutside the Coal Authority's coalfield.
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  Quiet by WHO standardsRoad traffic about 51 dB (24-hour average), under the WHO guideline of 53.

Is the asking price fair?

Multiply a home's floor area (on its energy certificate) by £3,180 for a neighbourhood benchmark: 90 m² comes to about £286k. Check an asking price.

Prices in Herne Bay Parade

+37% over ten years (2015 to 2025).

What sold nearby in the last two years

What it costs to live here

A home's own band, energy rating and typical bills are in its buyer's report.

How often homes come up

Buyer's reports for homes at CT6 5LA