For sale Detached

38 THE WOODLANDS

NORTHWICH, WINCHAM, CHESHIRE CW9 6PL

3 beds 1 baths 1,001 sq ft Listed 31 Jul 2026 (-47d)

£380,000

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# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (CW9 6PL)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 38 THE WOODLANDS, NORTHWICH, WINCHAM, CHESHIRE CW9 6PL |
| Price | £380,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1976-1982 |
| Floor area | 93 m² |
| Last sold | £81,500 Jun 1997 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 27/07/2036
- **Current heating cost:** £968/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £16,500

### Recommendations
- W2 (£5,000 - £10,000)
- U (£8,000 - £10,000)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2610-4038-5210-7830-1577)

## Description

To the first floor are three well-proportioned bedrooms alongside a stylish family bathroom with a separate shower room. The principal bedroom benefits from ample storage for closet space. The second bedroom welcomes lots of natural lighting and open space, offering versatile accommodation. Bedroom three offers excellent flexibility to suit a range of lifestyles. It would be perfectly suited as a home office, dressing room, hobby space or an extra bedroom.

Externally, the property enjoys a private rear garden ideal for outdoor dining and family enjoyment, together with driveway parking and an integral garage.

Perfectly positioned for families, the property is located within easy reach of excellent local amenities, highly regarded Wincham primary and secondary schools, and superb transport connections. Of particular note is the close proximity to the highly acclaimed Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College, making this an especially attractive home for families seeking access to one of the area’s most respected educational establishments. The charming village atmosphere of Wincham, combined with convenient access to Northwich town centre and major commuter routes, further enhances the appeal of this exceptional home.

Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the accommodation and lifestyle on offer.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/91495806/2131365) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/91495806/2131366) - EPC 1

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #9517642
- **Address:** 38 The Woodlands, Wincham, CW9 6PL
- **Certificate Issued:** 06/05/2013
- **Work Completed:** 26/03/2013
- **Items:** 3 window(s)

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 38 THE WOODLANDS, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, VALE ROYAL, CHESHIRE, CW9 6PL | £81,500 | 12/06/1997 | Detached |
| 38 THE WOODLANDS, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, VALE ROYAL, CHESHIRE, CW9 6PL | £68,500 | 13/03/1995 | Detached |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| LINDENS LINNARDS LANE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6ED | £321,000 | 19/12/2025 | Detached |
| 8 BEECHWOOD DRIVE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EY | £297,000 | 26/06/2025 | Detached |
| 51 PICKMERE LANE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EB | £545,000 | 27/11/2023 | Detached |
| 22 PEAR TREE DRIVE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EZ | £350,000 | 14/04/2023 | Detached |
| 5 JOHN FRYER AVENUE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EG | £370,000 | 25/11/2022 | Detached |
| 23 PEAR TREE DRIVE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EZ | £330,000 | 03/11/2022 | Detached |
| 6 PEAR TREE DRIVE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EZ | £365,000 | 03/10/2022 | Detached |
| 11 THE WILLOWS, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6PW | £325,000 | 24/08/2022 | Detached |
| 14 GREEN LANE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EF | £310,000 | 29/07/2022 | Detached |
| 10 BEECHWOOD DRIVE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EY | £338,500 | 29/07/2022 | Detached |
| 4 ASHGATE LANE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6PN | £346,000 | 28/07/2022 | Detached |
| 26 ASHGATE LANE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6PN | £348,000 | 08/07/2022 | Detached |
| 2 MILTON CLOSE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6PR | £248,000 | 10/06/2022 | Detached |
| SMOKER BROOK BARN LINNARDS LANE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6ED | £1,775,000 | 01/10/2021 | Detached |
| 7 MILTON CLOSE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6PR | £253,000 | 28/09/2021 | Detached |

**Area average:** £434,767 (15 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £467,897 (59 Detached, CW9, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -18.8%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire West and Chester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £887/mo
- **Realistic:** £986/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,085/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Kendal (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £773/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.26% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £123,250
- **Target investor price (1%):** £98,600

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £4,086/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 43.2%
- **10y growth:** 86%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Cheshire West and Chester; Detached series; as of June 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 5.9%
- **5y growth (index):** 20.6%
- **10y growth (index):** 47.1%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

93 m²

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1976-1982

Last sold

£81,500 Jun 1997

Price per m²

£4,086/m²

Local average

£467,897 (-18.8%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (28,345 of 33,755)

Street crime

25 incidents within 1 mile (Jul 2026)

Key features

Three-bedroom Detached Family Home
Sought-after Village Location
Private Garden
Large Garage With Workshop
Room for Extension
Good Size Bedrooms

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

The ground floor comprises a welcoming entrance hallway, with downstairs w/c, generous open-plan living and dining room creating a superb space for both relaxing and entertaining, alongside a separate contemporary fitted kitchen with ample storage and workspace, leading into a conservatory.

To the first floor are three well-proportioned bedrooms alongside a stylish family bathroom with a separate shower room. The principal bedroom benefits from ample storage for closet space. The second bedroom welcomes lots of natural lighting and open space, offering versatile accommodation. Bedroom three offers excellent flexibility to suit a range of lifestyles. It would be perfectly suited as a home office, dressing room, hobby space or an extra bedroom.

Externally, the property enjoys a private rear garden ideal for outdoor dining and family enjoyment, together with driveway parking and an integral garage.

Perfectly positioned for families, the property is located within easy reach of excellent local amenities, highly regarded Wincham primary and secondary schools, and superb transport connections. Of particular note is the close proximity to the highly acclaimed Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College, making this an especially attractive home for families seeking access to one of the area’s most respected educational establishments. The charming village atmosphere of Wincham, combined with convenient access to Northwich town centre and major commuter routes, further enhances the appeal of this exceptional home.

Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the accommodation and lifestyle on offer.

Listed by

Northwich

Spicerhaart

Reference: 91495806

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 28/07/2026

Expiry date: 27/07/2036

Current heating cost: £968/year

Potential heating cost: £894/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £16,500

EPC D or below may face future regulation risk. Upgrading to C could improve long-term ROI.

Recommendations

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)

Registered land (INSPIRE)

This location falls inside an HM Land Registry INSPIRE registered freehold polygon.

Plot: ~3,244 m² (0.80 acres)

Source: HM Land Registry INSPIRE Index Polygons.

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #9517642

Property Details

Street: 38 The Woodlands

Town: Wincham

Postcode: CW9 6PL

Installation Details

Items: 3 windows

Certificate Issued: 06/05/2013

Work Completed: 26/03/2013

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

19% since 1995

Event	Date	Price	% change
Listed for sale	—	£380,000	+366.3%
Sold	12/06/1997 (29 years ago)	£81,500	+19%
Sold	13/03/1995 (31 years ago)	£68,500	—

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
LINDENS LINNARDS LANE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6ED	£321,000	19/12/2025	Detached
8 BEECHWOOD DRIVE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EY	£297,000	26/06/2025	Detached
51 PICKMERE LANE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EB	£545,000	27/11/2023	Detached
22 PEAR TREE DRIVE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EZ	£350,000	14/04/2023	Detached
5 JOHN FRYER AVENUE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EG	£370,000	25/11/2022	Detached
23 PEAR TREE DRIVE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EZ	£330,000	03/11/2022	Detached
6 PEAR TREE DRIVE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EZ	£365,000	03/10/2022	Detached
11 THE WILLOWS, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6PW	£325,000	24/08/2022	Detached
14 GREEN LANE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EF	£310,000	29/07/2022	Detached
10 BEECHWOOD DRIVE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6EY	£338,500	29/07/2022	Detached
4 ASHGATE LANE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6PN	£346,000	28/07/2022	Detached
26 ASHGATE LANE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6PN	£348,000	08/07/2022	Detached
2 MILTON CLOSE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6PR	£248,000	10/06/2022	Detached
SMOKER BROOK BARN LINNARDS LANE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6ED	£1,775,000	01/10/2021	Detached
7 MILTON CLOSE, WINCHAM, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 6PR	£253,000	28/09/2021	Detached

Area average: £434,767 (15 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 43.2%

10y growth 86%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire West and Chester. Series: Detached. As of June 2026.

1y (index) 5.9%

5y (index) 20.6%

10y (index) 47.1%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Cheshire West and Chester. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £887/mo

Realistic £986/mo

Optimistic £1,085/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire West and Chester.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Kendal: £773/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Higher Wincham, Pickmere Lane / Pear Tree Drive	0.2 miles
Bus stop	Higher Wincham, Pickmere Lane / Raynors Corner	0.3 miles
Shop	Longworths	1.1 miles
Train station	Lostock Gralam	1.2 miles
Shop	JP Ceramics	1.4 miles
Train station	Plumley	2.0 miles
Hospital	Altrincham Hospital	8.4 miles
Hospital	Altrincham Health and Wellbeing Centre	8.4 miles
University	University of Chester - Warrington Campus	9.7 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	6
Anti-social behaviour	4
Shoplifting	4
Public order	3
Criminal damage and arson	2
Other theft	2
Bicycle theft	1
Burglary	1
Other crime	1
Vehicle crime	1
Total incidents	25

Within 1 mile during Jul 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
Wincham Community Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 13 Dec 2023
Lostock Gralam CofE Primary School	Primary	1.0 miles	Good — 8 Nov 2011
Great Budworth CofE Primary School	Primary	1.8 miles	Good — 20 Jul 2012
The Rudheath Senior Academy	Secondary	2.1 miles	Good — 8 Feb 2018
Victoria Road Primary School	Primary	2.2 miles	Good — 9 Jun 2024

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.26%

Max investor price (0.8%) £123,250

Target investor price (1%) £98,600

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).

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