2 Bed Flats For Sale in Hungarton, Harborough

Hungarton’s property market feels much like the village, distinctive, historic and increasingly popular with buyers who value period architecture and proper village character. Our data shows the average sold price across the village reached £1,125,000 over the past twelve months, while homes on Main Street averaged £546,675. That gap points to the spread of stock here, from modest terraces through to grand period houses.

Looking at values by property type, buyers have a fairly broad spread to work with. Detached homes average £773,650, which fits with the larger footprints and plots usually found in this kind of village setting. Semi-detached properties come in at £318,333, terraced homes at £383,250, and flats average around £124,000. Over the past decade the market has recorded growth of 49.1%, although Main Street has seen a slight 0.3% adjustment since March 2025.

There is not much new build development in Hungarton itself, largely because the village keeps its historic identity through Conservation Area status. Buyers who want a newer home often look towards nearby places such as Queniborough or Syston, although neither has quite the same architectural heritage as Hungarton. Limited new build stock has helped keep the village’s distinct feel intact and has also supported values over time.

Recent sales give a useful snapshot of how the market is behaving locally. A semi-detached house on Townend sold for £315,000 in September 2023, and a detached property on Church Lane reached £635,000 in October 2024. Those sales show how much values can vary by type, position and condition. Transaction levels are usually low, with one to a handful of Main Street sales in any given year, so when the right property appears, buyers often need to move quickly.

Small in scale, but not in character, Hungarton rewards buyers who take the time to get to know it properly. The village had a population of 353 at the 2021 census, with an estimated 443 residents by 2024, which helps preserve a close community feel while still leaving nearby towns within easy reach. Its origins go back centuries, but much of what buyers see today was shaped in the 1760s and 1770s, when large parts of the settlement were rebuilt in the red brick that still defines the village streetscape.

What sets Hungarton apart from many neighbouring villages is its architecture. Buildings from the Georgian rebuilding phase use red brick laid in Flemish bond with lighter headers, creating the decorative pattern seen across the village. Many of these properties still retain their original Swithland slate roofs, which adds to the consistency of the Conservation Area. The number of listed buildings also says plenty about the place, with Quenby Hall at Grade I and Ingarsby Old Hall at Grade II* showing the national importance of Hungarton’s built heritage.

Life here tends to revolve around the parish church, the pubs and the kind of village events that keep a small community connected. The village hall is part of that too, hosting activities and acting as a regular meeting point. For day-to-day essentials, most residents head into nearby towns, while Leicester provides wider shopping, healthcare and cultural facilities without much difficulty. That mix of rural calm and practical access is a big part of the appeal for families and professionals wanting distance from urban life, but not isolation.

Hungarton has an unusually dense collection of historic buildings, and that shapes the feel of the whole village. Beyond the larger estate houses, the Conservation Area includes many Grade II listed cottages and farmhouses along the main streets. Lilac Cottage, Pear Tree Cottage and Brook Cottage are good examples of Georgian vernacular architecture, while The Manor House remains a prominent focal building. It is this concentration of heritage assets that makes Hungarton stand out within Leicestershire, and it helps explain why buyers willing to commit to historic property are often drawn here.

Anyone thinking of buying in Hungarton should have a clear view of how its older buildings were put together. The Georgian rebuilding of the village produced homes that are very different from modern construction, both in materials and in the way they need to be maintained. Most properties dating from the 1760s and 1770s have solid 9-inch brick walls with lime mortar joints rather than the cement mortars used in later building work.

The brickwork matters here. Flemish bond, with alternating stretchers and headers, gives many village properties their distinctive decorative finish. It is a durable and historically important method of construction, but it does call for the right approach to repairs. Lime mortar is breathable and flexible, yet it wears away faster than modern cement-based mixes, so repointing needs suitable materials if owners want to avoid trapping moisture inside the walls.

Swithland slate is still the traditional roof covering on many of Hungarton’s period houses. Quarried in the Swithland area of Leicestershire, it offers strong weather resistance and plays a big part in the village’s appearance. The catch is that Swithland slate roofs need periodic upkeep, and matching replacement slates are not always easy to source. Buyers should allow for possible roof works when purchasing older homes, because roof condition is often one of the biggest maintenance costs in historic buildings.

Families looking at Hungarton have a reasonable choice of schools within reach of the village. Hungarton sits in the Harborough district, where primary provision serves a number of surrounding rural communities. We always suggest checking individual school performance through Ofsted reports and looking closely at catchment areas during the property search, because those boundaries can have a major effect on the options available for children.

For primary education, most families use village schools in nearby communities. Several are rated Good or Outstanding and are only a short drive from Hungarton. Catchments are usually small, which reflects the rural setting, and schools often benefit from close links between staff and local families. The nearest primary options are in Queniborough, Gaddesby and Saxelbye, each taking pupils from reception to Year 6.

Secondary choices spread a little wider, with schools in Market Harborough, Leicester and other nearby towns. Leicestershire also offers grammar school options for academically able pupils who pass the entrance examinations. The Ladysmith Schools in Market Harborough are a well-known secondary route, while the gateway grammar schools in Leicester cater for students who meet the academic standard required. Families wanting faith-based education can also look at Catholic and other denominational schools in Leicester and nearby towns.

Independent education is another option, with a number of private schools across Leicestershire at both primary and secondary level. For older students, the University of Leicester and De Montfort University are both nearby, widening the education picture further. Sixth form and further education colleges in Leicester and Market Harborough add solid progression routes as well, which is one reason the area can work well for families planning around long-term educational needs.

Hungarton manages to combine rural living with usable transport links. The village is within straightforward reach of the A46 and A607, giving direct routes into Leicester and access onwards to the wider motorway network. The A46 links through to the M1 at Leicester Junction 21, while the A607 connects with the A6 and then on towards Kettering and Corby.

Bus links exist, but they are limited compared with town and city services. Several villages in the Harborough district are served by the Arriva network, though buses usually run hourly or less often. In practice, most residents find a car is important for everyday convenience, especially for commuting and regular errands. Leicester city centre is about 15-20 minutes away by car, and Market Harborough offers more shopping and leisure within a similar journey time.

For rail travel, Leicester station is the key hub. East Midlands Railway runs regular services to London St Pancras in approximately one hour throughout the day, which keeps the capital within reach for regular commuters. Peak-time fares are usually better value if booked well ahead. Birmingham New Street can also be reached in approximately 45 minutes, opening up another useful employment and leisure market.

Cyclists have plenty of scenic countryside to work with, although the rolling terrain does ask a bit more of the legs. National Cycle Network routes pass through nearby villages and join the wider system. For flights, East Midlands Airport is around 45 minutes away by car and offers international connections across Europe for both business and leisure. Taken together, the road and rail links make Hungarton workable for commuting while still delivering village life.

Hungarton’s historic housing stock comes with local factors that buyers should not overlook, and the ground beneath the village is one of the main ones. The village stands on Mercia Mudstone, a Triassic clay formation known for shrink-swell movement. In simple terms, the soil expands in wet weather and contracts in dry spells, which can affect older buildings with shallow foundations. Prolonged dry periods, or trees planted close to structures, can increase the risk of subsidence.

That is why subsidence risk needs checking before purchase. In clay ground, nearby trees and vegetation can worsen movement because roots draw moisture from the soil. During wet weather the clay swells and presses against foundations, while dry periods can make it shrink back and leave those foundations less supported. A detailed survey should pick up signs of cracking, movement or foundation trouble. For conventional homes in reasonable condition, a RICS Level 2 Survey is often enough, but more complex historic buildings may justify a full RICS Level 3 Building Survey.

Flood risk is another point to review, particularly as Barkby Brook rises to the north of Hungarton. According to Environment Agency data, river flood risk across Leicestershire is generally low, but that does not remove variations from one plot to the next depending on watercourses and local topography. We recommend checking the Environment Agency flood risk maps for the exact location before committing to any purchase. Insurance premiums can be influenced by those assessments, so they should be part of the running-cost calculation too.

Conservation Area status affects what owners can and cannot do with their properties. Work that might fall under permitted development elsewhere may still need planning permission here, and the materials used often have to meet strict standards to protect the village’s appearance. Hungarton also has a notable number of listed buildings, including Grade I Quenby Hall and several Grade II* properties, which brings another layer of control. Any works that could affect the character or appearance of a listed building will usually require listed building consent.

Period houses in Hungarton often show a familiar set of issues. Dampness is common in buildings that predate modern damp-proof courses, Swithland slate roofs may need specialist repairs, solid brick walls can crack through thermal movement, and older electrical systems may need upgrading to current standards. Some homes also suffer from poor ventilation where breathable traditional construction has been altered using unsuitable materials. A proper survey before purchase is the best way to identify defects that could affect both budget and long-term value.

Getting the full cost picture clear from the start is important in a village where average values are high. Stamp duty alone can be a substantial part of the buying budget. At the village average price of £1,125,000, a standard buyer would pay £38,750. A first-time buyer purchasing at £1,125,000 may pay around £27,500 instead, subject to meeting the relevant eligibility rules.

There is more to budget for than stamp duty. Solicitor fees usually fall between £499 and £1,500, depending on the value of the property and how complex the transaction is, and searches and surveys add to that. In the Leicester area, a RICS Level 2 Survey starts from £395 for a standard 2-3 bedroom property and commonly rises to £550-750 for larger family homes or houses over £400,000. Given the age of much of Hungarton’s stock and the amount of historic construction involved, that survey cost is often money well spent.

Other purchase costs include Land Registry fees for registering ownership, mortgage arrangement fees that vary by lender, and removals. Searches arranged through the solicitor should cover drainage and water authority matters, local authority planning history and environmental risks linked to Leicestershire’s clay soils. Ongoing expenses matter too. In Harborough district, council tax bands vary, although period homes often sit in bands C to E. Buildings insurance can cost more where flood risk is higher, or where a property has thatched roofing or unusual construction.

Every sale will also need an Energy Performance Certificate, which typically costs from £80. If the property is leasehold, service charges need to be checked before exchange so there are no surprises. Our related services section above gives quick access to quotes for mortgages, conveyancing, surveys and EPC assessments, helping buyers understand the full cost of purchasing in Hungarton before they go ahead.