Summary - 5 DUCKMILL CRESCENT BEDFORD MK42 0AE
3 bed 1 bath Terraced
Spacious riverside townhouse with double garage and flexible family space — note flood risk..
Riverside outlook with private patio and first-floor balcony
Spacious 1,428 sq ft over three storeys; flexible study/bedroom four
Double garage with attic storage plus covered workshop/store
Long lease (959 years) and share of freehold; no ground rent
Modern kitchen with granite worktops and integrated appliances
High flood risk — significant insurance and mitigation likely needed
Area records higher crime and deprivation; impacts security perception
Annual maintenance charge ~£1,624.90; council tax described as expensive
Set on Duckmill Crescent with direct riverside outlooks, this three-storey townhouse offers generous family living across 1,428 sq ft. The ground floor’s wrap-around kitchen/living/dining room opens via double doors to a private riverside patio, creating easy indoor–outdoor flow for family meals and play. A dual-aspect reception room on the first floor with balcony, plus a study that can serve as a fourth bedroom, give flexible space for home working and growing families.
Practical strengths include a double garage with attic storage, fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms, modern granite kitchen surfaces and integrated appliances, and a very long 959-year lease with share of freehold. Communal grounds and a nearby meadow provide pleasant riverside outdoor space beyond the private patio and balcony.
Buyers should consider important constraints: the property lies in a high flood-risk zone and the local area records higher crime and deprivation indicators. There is an annual maintenance charge (approx. £1,624.90 for 2025–26) and council tax described as expensive. These factors affect ongoing running costs and insurance requirements.
This home will suit a family seeking riverside character and flexible living who are prepared to manage higher local risks and running costs. The layout and garage/storage make it practical for daily family life, while the riverside setting and communal meadow offer a rare setting close to Bedford town centre and the station.
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