Summary - Britten Avenue, BASILDON, Essex, SS14 SS14 3SR
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Large open-plan apartment with long lease and allocated parking.
One-bedroom top-floor apartment, 706 sq ft open-plan layout
242 years remaining on lease — long lease security
Allocated off-street parking plus visitor spaces
Average service charge £1,800 and ground rent £250 pa
Very high local crime — may affect resale/rental appeal
Area classed as very deprived; broader socio-economic concerns
Modern kitchen and built-in wardrobe; lots of storage
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal
This top-floor one-bedroom apartment on Beechwood Village offers a roomy 706 sq ft open-plan layout and allocated off-street parking, making it a practical choice for first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors. The modern kitchen, large double bedroom with built-in wardrobe and plentiful storage create comfortable, low-maintenance living. A long lease of 242 years provides ownership security.
The building is contemporary and well-presented, with secure gated access and visitor parking. Mains gas central heating via boiler and radiators delivers reliable warmth. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent, supporting home working and streaming without issue. Flood risk is listed as none.
Buyers should note the wider area scores high on deprivation measures and local crime is recorded as very high; this will affect resale and rental demand and should be factored into budgeting. The flat is leasehold with an average service charge of £1,800 and a small ground rent of £250 per year; council tax band is currently unknown. The property is close to primary and secondary schools rated Good and has accessible road links via the A127/A13.
Overall, this is a spacious, contemporary one-bedroom apartment with long lease security and practical transport and connectivity advantages. It suits those seeking affordable entry to the area or an investor prepared to consider local socio-economic factors.
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