BRICK.
Claude Road, , Cardiff
CF244NW
£500,000
Key numbers
Comp median
£255,000
+96% vs asking
Est. rent
£900/mo
2.2% gross yield
Condition
6/10
Average
LTT
£37,450
Running costs
£382/mo
2yr trend
-3.1%
moderate liquidity
AI Summary
This is a freehold block of three occupied two-bedroom flats in a well-connected Cardiff location, offering immediate rental income and the relative rarity of freehold multi-unit ownership. However, at £500,000 the asking price sits dramatically above the local comparable median of £255,000, and the rental income as described does not come close to covering a standard mortgage at this price point, meaning the financials require very careful scrutiny. Prospective buyers should commission a full structural survey, verify all tenancy agreements and compliance documentation under Welsh law, and obtain independent rental valuations before proceeding.
Comparable sales - 20 transactions
Median ARV
£255,000
Min
£150,000
Max
£512,000
96 TEWKESBURY STREET
£405,000
18 PLASNEWYDD ROAD
£263,000
19 PLASNEWYDD ROAD
£260,000
135 HABERSHON STREET
£287,000
2 CWMDARE STREET
£190,000
~£900/mo
Regional estimate - live data unavailable for this area
Gross yield
2.2%
Land Transaction Tax (LTT) · Wales
Purchase price: £500,000 · Effective rate: 7.5%
£37,450
Land Transaction Tax is managed by the Welsh Revenue Authority. Higher rates apply to additional properties (BTL, second homes). No first-time buyer relief in Wales.
Due within 14 days of completion. Your solicitor typically handles filing and payment.
Mortgage Brokers
Whole-of-market mortgage broker · Free initial consultation
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Solicitors & Conveyancers
Online conveyancing · Fixed fees from £595 · No completion, no fee
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AI photo assessment
Condition
6/10
AverageKerb appeal
6/10
Positives from photos
Concerns from photos
Solid brick, with internal insulation
Estimated annual saving of £47 if all EPC-recommended upgrades are completed
Wall insulation: ~£12,000. Could save ~£47/yr on energy.
Deprivation decile 5 of 10 (1 = most deprived, 10 = least deprived). Classified as "Mixed"
Crime - 951 incidents (2026-01)
Crime data from Police UK. Covers incidents reported within approximately 1 mile.
Low coal mining risk
Estimated monthly costs
£382/mo
EPC certificate (heating + hot water + lighting)
Estimated Band E from 123m² floor area
Regional average (Welsh Water)
Estimated UK average
Estimated from 123m² (Block of Apartments)
These are estimates based on averages and EPC data. Actual costs will vary depending on usage, provider, and local authority rates.
Moderate transaction volume in this area.
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BRICK. Property Intelligence
Report prepared 29 March 2026
Data sources
HM Land Registry, EPC Register, Environment Agency, Police UK, OpenStreetMap, planning.data.gov.uk, Coal Authority, SpareRoom, and portal listing data. Market statistics derived from 30M+ recorded transactions.
Important
This report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Property values, costs, and market data are estimates based on publicly available sources. While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties about the completeness or reliability of the information. Always conduct your own due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making property decisions. Brickstack Ltd accepts no liability for any loss arising from the use of this report.
BRICK. Property Intelligence
Data: HM Land Registry, EPC Register, Environment Agency, Police UK, OpenStreetMap, planning.data.gov.uk, Coal Authority. Market statistics from 30M+ transactions.
This report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Property values, costs, and market data are estimates based on publicly available sources. Always conduct your own due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making property decisions. Brickstack Ltd accepts no liability for any loss arising from the use of this report.
9 April 2026 | brickstack.co.uk