BRICK.
Tewkesbury Street, Cardiff
CF242EE
£270,000
Key numbers
Comp median
£252,000
+7% vs asking
Est. rent
£1,755/mo
7.8% gross yield
Condition
4/10
Needs work
LTT
£2,700
Running costs
£295/mo
2yr trend
-3.1%
moderate liquidity
AI Summary
This is a dated terraced HMO in Cathays, Cardiff, currently marketed at £270,000 — a price that sits notably above the local comp median of £252,000 and requires careful scrutiny. The property is in poor cosmetic and likely functional condition, with a comprehensive refurbishment needed before it would meet modern living or rental standards; buyers should budget £40,000–£55,000 on top of the purchase price for works. The location near Cardiff's universities gives it genuine long-term rental demand, but the high deprivation ranking, elevated burglary rate, and falling local price trend mean buyers should negotiate hard and commission a full structural survey before proceeding.
Comparable sales - 20 transactions · sector
Median ARV
£252,000
Min
£150,000
Max
£405,000
96 TEWKESBURY STREET
£405,000
48 KENMUIR ROAD
£210,000
98 STRATHNAIRN STREET
£254,000
11 FORT STREET
£205,000
19 PLASNEWYDD ROAD
£260,000
~£1,755/mo
Based on 19 nearby lettings · range £1,600–£1,950/mo
Gross yield
7.8%
Median
£1,755
pcm
Low
£1,600
pcm
High
£1,950
pcm
£1,950pcm
£1,950pcm
£1,950pcm
£1,860pcm
£1,860pcm
£1,845pcm
£1,815pcm
£1,800pcm
Land Transaction Tax (LTT) · Wales
Purchase price: £270,000 · Effective rate: 1.0%
£2,700
No first-time buyer relief in Wales
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
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Solicitors & Conveyancers
Online conveyancing · Fixed fees from £595 · No completion, no fee
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AI photo assessment
Condition
4/10
FairKerb appeal
5/10
Positives from photos
Concerns from photos
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Estimated annual saving of £40 if all EPC-recommended upgrades are completed
Strip out, structural if needed, everything new
Wall insulation: ~£700. Could save ~£40/yr on energy.
Transport
Nearby schools
School data from OpenStreetMap. Check Ofsted for official inspection ratings.
Deprivation decile 1 of 10 (1 = most deprived, 10 = least deprived). Classified as "Highly deprived"
Crime - 951 incidents (2026-01)
Crime data from Police UK. Covers incidents reported within approximately 1 mile.
Low coal mining risk
Estimated monthly costs
£295/mo
EPC certificate (heating + hot water + lighting)
Estimated Band C from 68m² floor area
Regional average (Welsh Water)
Estimated UK average
Estimated from 68m² (Terraced)
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 1 April 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