# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (CW12 4XW) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | Newcastle Road, Congleton, CW12, CW12 4XW | | Price | £650,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Council tax | F | | Last sold | £449,950 | ## Description Located in a highly desirable development with views across the picturesque Astbury Mere, this impressive four-bedroom detached executive residence delivers generous and adaptable accommodation arranged over three thoughtfully designed levels. Built in 2020, the home occupies an enviable plot with uninterrupted outlooks, features premium finishes throughout, and benefits from granted planning consent for a two-storey extension. A spacious entrance hallway sets the tone, leading through to a light-filled lounge and an impressive open-plan kitchen, dining, and living space designed with both everyday living and entertaining in mind. This standout area is fitted with high-spec integrated appliances and enhanced by elegant bi-fold doors that open directly onto the garden, effortlessly connecting indoor and outdoor spaces. The ground floor is further complemented by a separate utility room, a flexible room suitable as a study or cloakroom, and a well-placed WC for added convenience. On the first floor, there are three generously proportioned bedrooms. One enjoys the benefit of a private en-suite, while the remaining two are served by a stylish family bathroom. Occupying the entire second floor, the principal bedroom provides a luxurious private space. This elegant space is enhanced by far-reaching views across the Mere, a thoughtfully designed walk-in dressing room with fitted storage, and a spacious en-suite bathroom complete with his and hers sinks. A truly luxury suite combining comfort, practicality, and stunning outlooks. Externally, the property boasts a generous wrap-around garden. The side plot includes approved planning permission for a two-storey extension, offering excellent scope for future expansion or personalisation. A patio area directly outside the home provides ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining, while landscaped borders add colour and character with minimal maintenance required. EPC Rating: B ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174609605/136351) - ![Kitchen/Dining Room](/listings/photos/174609605/136352) - Kitchen/Dining Room - ![Kitchen/Dining Room](/listings/photos/174609605/136353) - Kitchen/Dining Room - ![Kitchen/Dining Room](/listings/photos/174609605/136354) - Kitchen/Dining Room - ![Living Room](/listings/photos/174609605/136355) - Living Room - ![Master Bedroom](/listings/photos/174609605/136356) - Master Bedroom - ![Master Bedroom](/listings/photos/174609605/136357) - Master Bedroom - ![Master Bedroom](/listings/photos/174609605/136358) - Master Bedroom - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174609605/136359) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174609605/136360) - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/174609605/136361) - Bathroom - ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/174609605/136362) - Bedroom 2 - ![Rear Garden](/listings/photos/174609605/136363) - Rear Garden - ![Balcony](/listings/photos/174609605/136364) - Balcony - ![Arial](/listings/photos/174609605/136365) - Arial ## Floorplans - ![Site Plan](/listings/photos/174609605/136366) - Site Plan ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | | £449,950 | 01/01/2020 | — | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | [Same street] MERE VIEW 5 NEWCASTLE ROAD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4XW | £590,000 | 12/09/2024 | Detached | | 12 SWEET BRIAR COURT, ASTBURY, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4GY | £485,000 | 22/09/2023 | Detached | | 228 PADGBURY LANE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4HU | £495,000 | 01/12/2022 | Detached | | LAKESIDE 2 NEWCASTLE ROAD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4HL | £750,000 | 10/11/2022 | Detached | | 7 MEADOWFIELD CRESCENT, ASTBURY, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4GZ | £320,000 | 04/11/2022 | Detached | | 15 BOWNESS COURT, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4JR | £355,000 | 28/10/2022 | Detached | | 14 BOWNESS COURT, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4JR | £320,000 | 14/10/2022 | Detached | | 75 NEWCASTLE ROAD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4HL | £650,000 | 22/08/2022 | Detached | | 6 SWEET BRIAR COURT, ASTBURY, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4GY | £355,000 | 29/07/2022 | Detached | | 16 SWEET BRIAR COURT, ASTBURY, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4GY | £310,000 | 04/02/2022 | Detached | | 2 SWEET BRIAR COURT, ASTBURY, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4GY | £337,000 | 20/08/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £590,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £437,700 (10 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £425,487 (90 Detached, CW12, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +52.8% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £878/mo - **Realistic:** £975/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,073/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Oldham & Rochdale (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £947/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | [Field View Road, Congleton, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/231b890) | £1,400/mo | 4 | 0.97 miles | Rightmove | | [Watery Lane, Astbury, Congleton](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/cb14497) | £3,750/mo | 4 | 1.03 miles | Rightmove | | [Quayside, Congleton, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/6cdc68b) | £1,600/mo | 4 | 1.03 miles | Rightmove | | [Rutland Close, Congleton](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/02cfca7) | £1,700/mo | 4 | 1.32 miles | Rightmove | | [Walfield Avenue, Congleton, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/4d4293e) | £2,200/mo | 4 | 1.51 miles | Rightmove | | [Chelford Road, Somerford, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/1478f53) | £2,995/mo | 4 | 1.58 miles | Rightmove | | [Lewis Way, Congleton](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/b657197) | £1,700/mo | 4 | 2.11 miles | Rightmove | | [Hillside Farmhouse, Cloudside, Congleton, CW12 3QG](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/afe1a0f) | £2,000/mo | 4 | 3.88 miles | Rightmove | **Average rent: £2,168/mo (8 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.28% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £231,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £185,000 *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 £1,850/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 3.4% - **Cost-to-rent:** 29.3× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-920/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -5.9% *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).* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 18.2% - **10y growth:** 55.4% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 1.6% - **5y growth (index):** 23.6% - **10y growth (index):** 51.5% ## 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)