# 3 bedroom detached bungalow for sale (HX3 8QG) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | OAK GATES, VILLAGE STREET, HALIFAX, NORWOOD GREEN, WEST YORKSHIRE HX3 8QG | | Price | £675,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Council tax | F | | Floor area | 139 m² | | Last sold | £625,000 Nov 2025 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 29/04/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £1,510/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £10,725 ### Recommendations - A (£100 - £350) - W1 (£800 - £1,200) - 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/2610-1976-4628-1611-8716) ## Description Nestled in a premium position in the idyllic village of Norwood Green, Oak Gates is a unique and characterful home steeped in history. The property occupies the former site of five 19th-century cottages known as Cordingley’s Buildings, originally built pre-1841 and complete with piggeries. These were replaced in 1955 by the charming residence that stands today. Believed to have only been on the market twice since it was built 70 years ago, this sale presents a rare opportunity. Positioned on a south-facing plot, Oak Gates enjoys natural light throughout the day, particularly in the lounge and garden areas. The home is set amidst a beautiful, wraparound cottage garden, with uninterrupted views over neighbouring fields – currently allocated on the Calderdale Council UDP as Green Belt. **Location** - Norwood Green is one of Calderdale’s premier locations, offering convenience of amenitiescoupled with a semi-rural location. The picturesque village boasts a village hall, well kept village greens and gardens, children's playground, highly regarded public houses / eateries and excellent walking available via the Calderdale Way and nearby Judy Woods. Norwood Green provides excellent access to the M62 network for the cities of Leeds, Bradford and Manchester. Both Manchester and Leeds/Bradford International Airports are easily accessible. **General Information** - Inside the home Three spacious bedrooms Including a light-filled principal suite with corner windows that invite you to sit and enjoy views of the garden and sunshine from the comfort of a windowsill. All bedrooms feature built-in wardrobes or storage, and one benefits from ensuite facilities and dressing room. Elegant reception spaces A generous lounge with full-width picture windows and a stone fireplace forms the heart of the home, complemented by cornicing and a ceiling rose. The adjacent conservatory is bathed in natural light and offers peaceful garden views. Character kitchen Overlooking the front garden through wooden mullion windows, the kitchen features oak base and wall cabinets, an Armitage Shanks sink, and integrated appliances including a freezer, dishwasher, and under-counter fridge. Two bathrooms In addition to the ensuite, the property includes two further bathrooms with walk-in shower **Externals** - The dreamy, well-established garden wraps around the property, framed by the serenity of an open field. A shed and charming green slatted bench are included. The driveway crosses common land with grass verges on either side, offering a natural, welcoming approach. **Services** - We understand that the property benefits from all mains services. Please note that none of the services have been tested by the agents, we would therefore strictly point out that all prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves as to their working order. **Wayleaves, Easements And Rights Of Way** - Kindly note that the property is subject to rights of common over the driveway, which forms part of shared or communal land. ## Property Photos - ![JLP-115.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655615) - JLP-115.jpg - ![JLP-123.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655616) - JLP-123.jpg - ![JLP-2.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655617) - JLP-2.jpg - ![JLP-168.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655618) - JLP-168.jpg - ![JLP-124.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655619) - JLP-124.jpg - ![JLP-172.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655620) - JLP-172.jpg - ![JLP-170.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655621) - JLP-170.jpg - ![JLP-137.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655622) - JLP-137.jpg - ![JLP-126.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655623) - JLP-126.jpg - ![JLP-125.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655624) - JLP-125.jpg - ![JLP-141.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655625) - JLP-141.jpg - ![JLP-1.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655626) - JLP-1.jpg - ![JLP-145.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655627) - JLP-145.jpg - ![JLP-6.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655628) - JLP-6.jpg - ![JLP-117.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655629) - JLP-117.jpg - ![JLP-120.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655630) - JLP-120.jpg - ![JLP-13.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655631) - JLP-13.jpg - ![JLP-14.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655632) - JLP-14.jpg - ![JLP-153.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655633) - JLP-153.jpg - ![JLP-8.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655634) - JLP-8.jpg - ![JLP-158.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655635) - JLP-158.jpg - ![JLP-160.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655636) - JLP-160.jpg - ![JLP-9.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655637) - JLP-9.jpg - ![JLP-10.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655638) - JLP-10.jpg - ![JLP-166.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655639) - JLP-166.jpg - ![JLP-167.jpg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655640) - JLP-167.jpg ## Floorplans - ![new floorplan.jpeg](/listings/photos/161942465/1655641) - new floorplan.jpeg ## EPC Graphs - ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/161942465/1655642) - EE Rating ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | OAK GATES VILLAGE STREET, NORWOOD GREEN, HALIFAX, CALDERDALE, WEST YORKSHIRE, HX3 8QG | £625,000 | 20/11/2025 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | CEDAR LODGE, 1 HILL END CLOSE, NORWOOD GREEN, HALIFAX, CALDERDALE, WEST YORKSHIRE, HX3 8RH | £685,000 | 22/11/2024 | Detached | | 1 HOWARD COURT, NORWOOD GREEN, HALIFAX, CALDERDALE, WEST YORKSHIRE, HX3 8FS | £610,000 | 10/11/2022 | Detached | | 3 HOWARD COURT, NORWOOD GREEN, HALIFAX, CALDERDALE, WEST YORKSHIRE, HX3 8FS | £625,000 | 14/10/2022 | Detached | | 2 HOWARD COURT, NORWOOD GREEN, HALIFAX, CALDERDALE, WEST YORKSHIRE, HX3 8FS | £575,000 | 20/12/2021 | Detached | **Area average:** £623,750 (4 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £451,841 (41 Detached, HX3, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +49.4% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Calderdale). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £677/mo - **Realistic:** £752/mo - **Optimistic:** £827/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Halifax (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £623/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Tor Avenue, BD12 | £900/mo | 3 | 0.74 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Griffe Head Crescent, BD12 | £995/mo | 3 | 0.82 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Detached House, Huddersfield Road, BD12 | £950/mo | 3 | 0.87 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Woodside Road, BD12 | £1,300/mo | 3 | 0.91 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed End Terrace, Wroe Terrace, BD12 | £1,000/mo | 3 | 0.92 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Ruffield Side, BD12 | £950/mo | 3 | 0.96 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Mayfield View, BD12 | £900/mo | 3 | 1.01 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Breaks Fold, BD12 | £925/mo | 3 | 1.04 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Rawson Street, BD12 | £925/mo | 3 | 1.16 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Bramley Lane, HX3 | £1,550/mo | 3 | 1.17 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Meadway, BD6 | £1,050/mo | 3 | 1.27 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,040/mo (11 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.14% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £118,750 - **Target investor price (1%):** £95,000 *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 £950/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 1.7% - **Cost-to-rent:** 59.2× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-1,828/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -11.2% *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:** £4,856/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 49.6% - **10y growth:** 31.2% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Calderdale; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 4.6% - **5y growth (index):** 25.3% - **10y growth (index):** 58.3% ## 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)