For sale Detached

Northwich Road

Cranage, CW4 8HL

4 beds 2 baths Listed 17 Mar 2026 (-88d)

£1,325,000

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Property details

Council tax band

G

Local average

£644,740 (+105.5%)

Deprivation

Decile 10 (31,372 of 33,755)

Street crime

2 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Additional details

Parking
Garage
Garden
Yes

Description

This immaculately presented four-bedroom, two-bathroom bespoke detached property has been meticulously designed and executed by the current owner to now provide light, spacious and flexible living accommodation in a contemporary style. Particular mention must be made of the stunning, open plan Living Dining Kitchen with island unit, feature fireplace, full height windows and French doors to the garden, the master bedroom suite with fitted wardrobes an en-suite shower room as well as the large Living Room with bay window and galleried landing to the first floor.
Located in an ever-popular position in the heart of Cranage village, a short drive to Holmes Chapel and Knutsford town centres whilst being ideally positioned for all major network links to the Northwest and beyond.
The property is approached through electric gates over a sweeping golden gravel driveway, providing more than ample parking, leading to the front entrance and integral garage. The gardens are a lovely feature of the property, being generous in proportions with a private aspect. Laid to lawn in the main with a range of well stocked borders surrounding containing a wealth of different plants and foliage, all fully enclosed by mature hedging and timber fencing with established trees. Stone flagged patio area accessed off the main reception rooms provides ideal opportunity for alfresco dining and enjoying the lovely aspect.
Directions
From Knutsford town centre proceed along Toft Road (A50) for approx. 5.8 miles through Allostock. Turn left onto Northwich Road where the property will soon be seen.
Hallway
Front door. Downlights. Two wall lights. Stairs to first floor. Under stairs cloaks cupboard. Wood floor with under floor heating.
Living Room
Six wall lights. Double glazed bay window to front. French doors to rear garden. Feature fireplace housing wood burning stove. Wood floor with under floor heating. Double doors to:-
Open Plan Living Dining Kitchen
Fitted with a range of units comprising cupboards and drawers with quartz work surfaces over and matching wall units. 1 1/2 bowl stainless steel sink unit with chrome mixer tap. Three built-in Neff ovens. Integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer. Large island unit with cupboards and drawers under, six ring gas hob with extractor over. Stainless steel sink unit with chrome mixer tap, power point and breakfast bar seating area. Double glazed windows to front. Tiled floor with under floor heating. Open to:-
Living Dining Area
Downlights. Wall lights. Two sets of French doors to rear garden. Full height double glazed windows to front. Feature wood burning stove. Wood floor with under floor heating.
Utility Room
Stainless steel sink unit with chrome mixer tap and cupboards under. Space and plumbing for wash machine and dryer. Downlights. Extractor fan. Double glazed window to rear. Wall mounted boiler cupboard. Fitted drying rack. Tiled floor with under floor heating. Courtesy door to garage.
Downstairs WC
White low level WC. Vanity wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap and cupboard under. Ceiling light point. Extractor fan. Tiled floor with under floor heating.
Galleried Landing
Double glazed window to front. Ceiling light point. Downlights. Loft access via pull down ladder to fully boarded loft/storage space. Radiator.
Bedroom
Downlights. Four wall light points. Double glazed window to rear. Radiator. Extensive fitted wardrobes to one wall.
En-Suite Shower Room
Contemporary suite comprising large shower area with chrome fittings and glazed screen. Vanity wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap and cupboard under. WC. Downlights. Chrome heated towel radiator. Extractor fan. Tiled walls and floor with under floor heating. Double glazed window to rear.
Bedroom
Ceiling light point. Double glazed bay window to front. Radiator.
Bedroom
Ceiling light point. Double glazed bay window to rear. Radiator.
Bedroom
Ceiling light point. Double glazed bay window to rear. Radiator.
Bathroom
White suite comprising panelled bath with chrome fittings, shower attachments and glazed screen. Vanity wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap and cupboard under. WC. Downlights. Double glazed window to front. Chrome heated towel radiator. Tiled walls and floor.
Externally
The property is approached through timber electric gates over a sweeping golden gravel driveway, providing more than ample parking, leading to the front entrance and integral garage. The gardens are a lovely feature of the property, being generous in proportions with a private aspect. Laid to lawn in the main with a range of well stocked borders surrounding containing a wealth of different plants and foliage, all fully enclosed by mature hedging and timber fencing with established trees. Stone flagged patio area accessed off the main reception rooms provides ideal opportunity for alfresco dining and enjoying the lovely aspect.
Garage
Metal up and over door. Light and power. Courtesy door to rear. Overhead storage space.
Parking

Listed by

Knutsford

Irlams (Estate Agents) Ltd

Reference: 173399060

EPC ratings on this postcode

We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.

Address Current Potential Floor area Age band Type
11 Northwich Road, Cranage 78 82 374 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 House
11 Northwich Road, Cranage, CREWE 78 82 374 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
11, Northwich Road, Cranage 22 57 316 m² England and Wales: 1950-1966 House
11, Northwich Road, Cranage, CREWE 22 57 316 m² England and Wales: 1950-1966 Detached
17, Northwich Road, Cranage 38 75 139 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 House
17, Northwich Road, Cranage, CREWE 38 75 139 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
20, Northwich Road, Cranage 55 74 266 m² England and Wales: 1950-1966 House
20, Northwich Road, Cranage, CREWE 55 74 266 m² England and Wales: 1950-1966 Detached
22 Northwich Road, Cranage 55 69 260 m² England and Wales: 1950-1966 House
22 Northwich Road, Cranage, CREWE 55 69 260 m² England and Wales: 1950-1966 Detached
23 Northwich Road, Cranage 40 76 187 m² England and Wales: 1950-1966 House
23 Northwich Road, Cranage, CREWE 40 76 187 m² England and Wales: 1950-1966 Detached
24 Northwich Road, Cranage, CREWE 81 83 211 m² England and Wales: 2012 onwards Detached
25, Northwich Road, Cranage 64 79 210 m² England and Wales: 1900-1929 House
25, Northwich Road, Cranage 49 70 225 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 House

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Other

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £1,325,000

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
WIMBORNE HOUSE NEW PLATT LANE, CRANAGE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8HS £1,650,000 30/08/2024 Detached
SHELBOURNE NEW PLATT LANE, CRANAGE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8HS £801,500 27/06/2023 Detached
HAVEN NOOK NEW PLATT LANE, CRANAGE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8HS £1,540,000 15/07/2022 Detached

Area average: £1,330,500 (3 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 74.9%
10y growth 86.7%

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

1y (index) 1.6%
5y (index) 23.6%
10y (index) 51.5%

Rental Range

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

Low £878/mo
Realistic £975/mo
Optimistic £1,073/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for South Cheshire: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

Northwich Road

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop Spinney 0.3 miles
Bus stop Cranage, Northwich Road / Pine View Farm 0.4 miles
Bus stop Cranage, Middlewich Road / Knutsford Road 0.6 miles
Shop Hopley Tyres Ltd 0.9 miles
Train station Holmes Chapel 2.4 miles
Train station Goostrey 2.5 miles
Hospital Knutsford and District Community Hospital 5.2 miles
Hospital Weaver Lodge Independent Hospital 5.3 miles
University University of Buckingham Crewe Campus 9.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Burglary 1
Other crime 1
Total incidents 2

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
Byley Primary School and Nursery Primary 1.3 miles Good — 12 Mar 2023
Holmes Chapel Primary School Primary 2.0 miles Outstanding — 17 Jul 2015
Hermitage Primary School Primary 2.1 miles Good — 20 Nov 2023
Holmes Chapel Comprehensive School Secondary 2.2 miles Good — 10 Mar 2020
Goostrey Community Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Good — 16 Mar 2022

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
Holly Close, Holmes Chapel £1,795/mo 4 2.32 miles Rightmove

Average rent: £1,795/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.14%
Max investor price (0.8%) £224,375
Target investor price (1%) £179,500
Gross yield 1.6%
Cost-to-rent ratio 61.5×
Monthly cashflow £-3,627/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -11.3%
  • 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).

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