Summary - 40 Salters Close WR4 9XT
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable, low-maintenance starter close to the city and motorway.
Ground-floor one-bedroom flat, compact 307 sq ft layout
Very long lease: 958 years remaining
Allocated off-street parking space included
Convenient for Worcester city centre and M5 motorway
Service charge circa £1,200 per annum
Electric room heaters — potential higher running costs
Small overall living space, limited ancillary storage
Local area records higher crime levels; check local stats
This ground-floor one-bedroom flat offers an affordable entry to Worcester with excellent road and city-centre access. The open-plan living/kitchen layout makes efficient use of 307 sq ft, suited to single buyers, couples, or buy-to-let purchasers seeking low-maintenance accommodation and reliable tenant appeal.
Practical benefits include an allocated off-street parking space and a very long lease of 958 years. The building is a purpose-built 1980s brick block with double glazing and a small communal foregarden; externally the block appears well maintained and straightforward to manage.
Notable practical drawbacks are the compact internal size and electric room heaters rather than a gas central system, which may mean higher heating costs. The area records higher-than-average local crime: prospective buyers should check local crime details and viewing safely. Service charge is approximately £1,200 per year; council tax is very low.
Overall this flat suits first-time buyers seeking a manageable, well-located starter home or investors after a simple, city-centre letting opportunity. The accommodation is ready for personalisation but may benefit from energy upgrades and modern heating if longer-term savings are a priority.
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