For sale Semi-detached

42 LONGBARN LANE

WARRINGTON, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON WA1 4QJ

2 beds 1 baths 614 sq ft Listed 27 May 2026 (-14d)

£240,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

57 m²

Council tax band

C

EPC rating

D

Year built

England and Wales: 1967-1975

Last sold

£119,640 Jun 2015

Price per m²

£4,211/m²

Local average

£258,789 (-7.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (29,493 of 33,755)

Street crime

45 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Semi Detached Bungalow
  • Lounge with Feature Fireplace
  • Sun Room
  • Spacious Master Bedroom with Built in Storage
  • Contemporary Shower Room
  • Converted Loft Space For Additional Storage
  • Double Glazing and Gas Central Heating
  • Enclosed Rear Lawn Gardens with planted Borders and South Facing Aspect
  • Driveway Parking
  • Freehold Tenure and No Onward Chain

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Parking
Yes
Garden
Private garden
Restrictions
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

This well-presented semi detached bungalow offers a superb blend of comfort and practicality, making it an ideal choice for those seeking single-level living with versatile accommodation. The property features a welcoming lounge with a feature fireplace, providing a cosy focal point for relaxing evenings. The sun room, located to the rear, is bathed in natural light and offers a tranquil setting for reading or enjoying morning coffee. The spacious master bedroom includes built-in storage and enjoys views over the rear garden, there is a further second bedroom. The contemporary shower room is finished to a high standard, offering both style and convenience. Additional storage is provided by a converted loft space, which is easily accessible and could lend itself to a further bedroom with the relevant building regulations. The bungalow benefits from double glazing and gas central heating throughout, ensuring comfort and energy efficiency in all seasons. With the added advantages of driveway parking and a freehold tenure, this property is offered with no onward chain, allowing for a smooth and swift purchase process.

The outside space is equally impressive, with an enclosed rear garden that provides a private and secure environment for outdoor living. The garden is mainly laid to lawn, interspersed with thoughtfully planted borders that add year-round interest and colour. The south facing aspect ensures that the garden enjoys plenty of sunlight throughout the day. Mature shrubs and fencing offer privacy from neighbouring properties, while the manageable size of the garden makes it suitable for both keen gardeners and those seeking a low-maintenance outdoor space. The driveway to the front of the property provides off-road parking, adding to the convenience of this delightful bungalow. Whether you are looking to downsize, invest, or secure a comfortable home in a sought-after location, this property’s combination of indoor and outdoor features is sure to impress. Early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate all that this charming bungalow has to offer.
EPC Rating: D

Listed by

Warrington

Ashtons Estate Agency

Reference: 88985286

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 20/04/2026

Current heating cost: £842/year

Potential heating cost: £701/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £17,550

Recommendations

  • Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£900 - £1,200)
  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

All

All

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

EPC 1

FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #2189282

Property Details

Street: 42 Longbarn Lane

Town: Woolston

Postcode: WA1 4QJ

Installation Details

Items: 5 windows

Certificate Issued: 08/11/2004

Work Completed: 14/10/2004

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #7411887

Property Details

Street: 42 Longbarn Lane

Town: Woolston

Postcode: WA1 4QJ

Installation Details

Items: 5 windows and 1 door

Certificate Issued: 01/06/2010

Work Completed: 04/03/2010

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

-8% since 2007

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale — £240,000 +100.6%
Sold 12/06/2015 (10 years ago) £119,640 +8.8%
Sold 03/06/2009 (17 years ago) £110,000 -15.4%
Sold 25/05/2007 (19 years ago) £130,000 —

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address Price Date Type
7 LINDEN CLOSE, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4EW £248,000 12/09/2025 Semi-detached
30 LINDEN CLOSE, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4EW £230,000 13/05/2024 Semi-detached
25 ACACIA AVENUE, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4EN £255,000 30/11/2023 Semi-detached
98 EPPING DRIVE, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4QN £284,700 15/11/2023 Semi-detached
72 EPPING DRIVE, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4QN £260,000 09/11/2023 Semi-detached
73 HILLOCK LANE, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4PF £215,000 17/10/2023 Semi-detached
83 POULTON CRESCENT, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4QP £262,500 08/09/2023 Semi-detached
50 HALL ROAD, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4PB £265,000 16/05/2023 Semi-detached
21 LINDEN CLOSE, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4EW £317,950 14/04/2023 Semi-detached
49 POULTON CRESCENT, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4QW £250,000 19/12/2022 Semi-detached
73 POULTON CRESCENT, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4QW £334,850 02/12/2022 Semi-detached
84 POULTON CRESCENT, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4QP £292,000 18/11/2022 Semi-detached
88 LONGBARN LANE, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4QR £184,000 16/11/2022 Semi-detached
17 LINDEN CLOSE, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4EW £170,000 11/11/2022 Semi-detached
1 LINDEN CLOSE, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4EW £295,000 11/11/2022 Semi-detached
125 HILLOCK LANE, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4PQ £306,500 28/10/2022 Semi-detached
54 GIG LANE, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4EE £300,500 10/10/2022 Semi-detached
43 POULTON CRESCENT, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4QW £340,000 01/08/2022 Semi-detached
62 HALL ROAD, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4PB £277,800 01/08/2022 Semi-detached
6 LINDEN CLOSE, WOOLSTON, WARRINGTON, WA1 4EW £243,000 15/06/2022 Semi-detached

Area average: £266,590 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 24.8%
10y growth 55.7%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Warrington. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 3.5%
5y (index) 26.1%
10y (index) 65.2%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Warrington. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £794/mo
Realistic £882/mo
Optimistic £970/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Warrington.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for North Cheshire: £588/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Epping Drive 0.1 miles
Shop Tesco Express 0.2 miles
Bus stop Dam Lane 0.2 miles
Shop PAWfect 4 Dogs 0.5 miles
Train station Birchwood 0.7 miles
Train station Padgate 1.0 miles
University University of Chester - Warrington Campus 1.0 miles
Hospital Leigh Health Centre 7.0 miles
Hospital Altrincham Health and Wellbeing Centre 7.5 miles
University University of Bolton 11.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 19
Other theft 7
Burglary 3
Criminal damage and arson 3
Drugs 3
Public order 3
Anti-social behaviour 2
Other crime 2
Vehicle crime 2
Shoplifting 1
Total incidents 45

Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name Type Distance Ofsted
Woolston CofE Aided Primary School Primary 0.1 miles Good — 3 Dec 2023
St Peter's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Outstanding — 22 May 2024
King's Leadership Academy Warrington Secondary 0.3 miles Outstanding — 16 Sep 2019
Woolston Community Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 21 May 2015
Green Lane Community Special School Other 0.6 miles Outstanding — 26 May 2015

Rental Comparables

Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.

Title Rent Beds Distance As seen on
2 Bed Bungalow, Wildwood Grove, WA1 £1,050/mo 2 0.76 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, Birchwood, WA3 £900/mo 2 0.89 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, Hamnett Court, WA3 £775/mo 2 0.91 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, Hamnett Court, WA3 £900/mo 2 0.91 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £906/mo (4 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.38%
Max investor price (0.8%) £112,500
Target investor price (1%) £90,000
Gross yield 4.5%
Cost-to-rent ratio 22.2×
Monthly cashflow £-160/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -2.8%
  • Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
  • Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
  • Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
  • Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).
  • Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
  • Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
  • ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).