# 4 bedroom town house for sale (CW8 4UD) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 71 WALKER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER CW8 4UD | | Price | £280,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Council tax | C | | Floor area | 91 m² | | Last sold | £265,000 Jun 2023 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** B - **Potential rating:** A - **Current heating cost:** £228/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,500 ### Recommendations - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9138-2053-7388-6560-6290) ## Description Four-bedroom townhouses offering this much flexibility, space and long-term potential under £300,000 are becoming increasingly hard to find, and in a location like Winnington Village, this one deserves your immediate attention. Positioned within the ever-popular Winnington development, this beautifully presented three-storey family home offers the ideal next step for buyers looking for a property that can truly evolve with them over time. Whether you are moving up the ladder, purchasing your first substantial family home, or seeking a layout that supports multi-generational living, this home delivers exceptional versatility across all three floors. From the moment you arrive, the property reflects modern living, complete with an EV charging point, adding practicality for today's lifestyle before you have even stepped inside. Not only this but upon entering you immediately can feel the warmth this home has to offer from the aesthetics and the underfloor heating provided on the ground floor. Internally, the sense of space is immediate. The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged over three floors, with natural light pouring through multiple windows and creating a bright, welcoming atmosphere throughout. The heart of the home sits on the first floor, where an impressive open-plan kitchen, lounge and dining space creates a sociable environment perfectly suited to modern family life. This floor has been designed for both comfort and entertaining, with a stylish media wall, contemporary wall panelling and an open layout that allows cooking, dining and relaxing to happen seamlessly together. The modern high-gloss kitchen offers excellent storage and includes integrated appliances comprising a dishwasher, fridge freezer and washing machine, ensuring the practicalities are as strong as the aesthetics. Whether hosting friends, enjoying family evenings, or simply unwinding at the end of the day, this space works beautifully. A major strength of this home is the flexibility of its accommodation. To the ground floor are two generous double rooms, both capable of adapting to changing needs over time. These rooms can function as bedrooms, additional reception rooms, playrooms, guest accommodation or dedicated teenage living space. For buyers considering multi-generational living, this level offers particularly exciting potential, with access to a nearby shower room creating a near self-contained arrangement ideal for relatives, older children or long-stay guests. Equally, it offers an ideal guest floor where visitors can enjoy privacy without disrupting the main living accommodation. The upper floor continues to impress, with two further spacious bedrooms, including a well-proportioned master bedroom benefiting from its own ensuite shower room. A stylish family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms, complete with a modern suite and contemporary finishes. Externally, the property continues to offer far more than expected. The raised decked seating area provides an excellent setting for alfresco dining, entertaining or summer evenings outdoors, while the hot tub area is enhanced by a practical pull-out canopy for year-round enjoyment. Artificial lawn ensures the garden remains attractive yet low maintenance, ideal for busy lifestyles. To the rear, an additional detached outbuilding currently serves as a home gym, but its versatility opens up further possibilities, whether as a home office, studio, hobby room or additional entertaining space, making it particularly valuable for buyers seeking flexibility beyond the main house itself. This is a home designed not simply for now, but for the years ahead... adaptable, spacious and perfectly positioned for life to change around it. Why Choose Winnington? Winnington continues to be one of the most sought-after residential areas for buyers looking to stay close to Northwich while enjoying a modern community feel. Its appeal lies in the balance between convenience and lifestyle ideal for families, professionals and buyers wanting strong long-term location value. Residents benefit from easy access to local countryside walks, nearby river routes and open green space, while remaining just minutes from Northwich town centre. Families are particularly drawn to the area because of access to highly regarded schools nearby, including primary and secondary options that continue to support strong local demand. Local Life in Winnington Daily life here is centred around convenience and lifestyle. Nearby amenities include Destination Padel, which has quickly become a standout leisure destination locally, alongside independent favourites such as Eleven for coffee and brunch, while Roman Bar offers a popular social setting nearby for food and drinks. For commuting, the property offers excellent access to key road networks including routes towards Chester, Manchester and Liverpool, making it ideal for buyers balancing local living with wider work commitments. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81644) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81645) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81646) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81647) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81648) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81649) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81650) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81651) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81652) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81653) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81654) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81655) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81656) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81657) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81658) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81659) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81660) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81661) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81662) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81663) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81664) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81665) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81666) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81667) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81668) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81669) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173496035/81670) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/173496035/81671) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/173496035/81672) - EPC 1 ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 71 WALKER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4UD | £265,000 | 30/06/2023 | Terraced | | 71 WALKER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4UD | £229,750 | 02/08/2019 | Terraced | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 43 HARPER CLOSE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4SU | £170,000 | 21/11/2025 | Terraced | | 23 CURZON AVENUE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4YU | £320,000 | 30/10/2025 | Terraced | | 25 CURZON AVENUE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4YU | £277,500 | 03/08/2023 | Terraced | | 21 HARPER CLOSE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4SU | £195,000 | 17/07/2023 | Terraced | | [Same street] 50 WALKER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4UD | £257,000 | 09/05/2023 | Terraced | | 8 MCKENZIE CRESCENT, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4FA | £94,000 | 16/12/2022 | Terraced | | 15 IRVING STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4ZW | £242,000 | 09/12/2022 | Terraced | | [Same street] 30 WALKER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4UD | £260,000 | 24/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 42 WALKER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4UD | £265,000 | 11/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 19 IRVING STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4ZW | £224,400 | 03/10/2022 | Terraced | | 17 IRVING STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4ZW | £224,400 | 30/09/2022 | Terraced | | 41 HARPER CLOSE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4SU | £195,000 | 30/09/2022 | Terraced | | 10 ARNOLD COURT, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4UB | £127,000 | 02/09/2022 | Terraced | | 49 MUSKETT DRIVE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4YP | £230,000 | 15/08/2022 | Terraced | | 23 IRVING STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4ZW | £224,400 | 21/07/2022 | Terraced | | 21 IRVING STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4ZW | £230,000 | 30/06/2022 | Terraced | | 25 IRVING STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4ZW | £230,000 | 30/06/2022 | Terraced | | 32 TELFORD ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4YN | £217,500 | 24/06/2022 | Terraced | | 37 MUSKETT DRIVE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4YP | £240,000 | 07/06/2022 | Terraced | | 62 MUSKETT DRIVE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4YP | £225,000 | 31/05/2022 | Terraced | | 27 IRVING STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4ZW | £224,400 | 27/05/2022 | Terraced | | 29 IRVING STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4ZW | £224,400 | 27/05/2022 | Terraced | | 31 IRVING STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4ZW | £229,000 | 27/05/2022 | Terraced | | [Same street] 4 WALKER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4UD | £292,000 | 09/11/2021 | Detached | | [Same street] 79 WALKER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4UD | £234,750 | 18/06/2021 | Terraced | **Street average:** £261,750 (5 sales) **Area average:** £217,200 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £194,624 (45 Terraced, CW8, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +43.9% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire West and Chester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £869/mo - **Realistic:** £966/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,063/mo ## 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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 4 Bed Semi-Detached House, Buttercup Crescent, CW8 | £1,580/mo | 4 | 0.32 miles | OpenRent | | 4 Bed Semi-Detached House, Myerscough Street, CW8 | £1,400/mo | 4 | 0.53 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,490/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.53% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £186,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £149,000 *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 OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,490/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 6.4% - **Cost-to-rent:** 15.7× - **Monthly cashflow:** £213/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 3.2% *Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − 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).* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £3,077/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 24.9% - **10y growth:** 35.2% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire West and Chester; Terraced series; as of February 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 4.5% - **5y growth (index):** 26.4% - **10y growth (index):** 56.6% ## 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)