# 5 bedroom detached house for sale (WA15 9BZ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 18 HARROP ROAD, ALTRINCHAM, HALE, GREATER MANCHESTER WA15 9BZ | | Price | £4,500,000 | | Bedrooms | 5 | | Council tax | H | | Construction age | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | | Floor area | 854 m² | | Last sold | £1,540,000 Aug 2013 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** B - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 18/08/2036 - **Current heating cost:** £3,931/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,000 ### Recommendations - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/7120-9183-0641-1001-1613) ## Description An iconic five bedroom detached house, designed with modern day architecture and offering an impressive 8,500 square feet of living space with superb leisure facilities. **Description** A landmark contemporary residence extending to approximately 8,500 sq ft, Glenwood is an exceptional family home occupying a private plot of just under one acre in one of Hale's most sought-after locations. Defined by its striking architectural design, outstanding leisure facilities and highly energy-efficient construction, the property offers a rare combination of scale, luxury and practicality. The accommodation has been thoughtfully designed to maximise natural light and create a strong connection with the surrounding gardens. Expansive open-plan living spaces form the heart of the home, providing an ideal environment for both family life and entertaining, while large areas of glazing frame garden views and enhance the sense of volume throughout. The bedroom accommodation is equally impressive, with five generously proportioned suites, each benefiting from its own private facilities and offering excellent levels of comfort, privacy and flexibility for family members and guests. A particular highlight is the extensive lower ground floor leisure suite, which provides a superb lifestyle offering rarely found in residential homes. Comprising an indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, gymnasium and bar, this exceptional space is designed for year-round enjoyment and entertaining. Direct access to the gardens further reinforces the seamless relationship between the indoor and outdoor living environments. The landscaped grounds extend to just under an acre and have been carefully designed to cater for all aspects of modern family living. Rolling lawns, a children's play area, productive vegetable garden and an impressive entertaining terrace with outdoor kitchen combine to create a setting that is both functional and visually appealing. To the front, a gated driveway provides secure parking for numerous vehicles alongside a double garage. Combining contemporary architectural excellence with low-maintenance, energy-efficient living, Glenwood represents a compelling opportunity to acquire one of Hale's most significant modern homes. Glenwood has been designed around modern living, placing equal emphasis on relaxation, wellness and entertaining. The extensive leisure suite, generous open-plan reception spaces and beautifully landscaped gardens create a home that is as well suited to family life as it is to hosting on a larger scale. Whether enjoying the privacy of the indoor spa facilities, entertaining on the terrace or walking into Hale for dinner, the property offers a lifestyle that is both luxurious and effortlessly convenient. **Location** Location Harrop Road is widely regarded as one of Hale's premier residential addresses, offering an enviable balance between privacy and convenience. The property is situated less than half a mile from Hale village centre, renowned for its vibrant selection of independent boutiques, cafés, restaurants and bars, while neighbouring Altrincham town centre provides an extensive range of amenities, including the acclaimed Market Quarter. The area is particularly well regarded for its educational provision, with a choice of highly respected state and independent schools nearby. Excellent transport links place Manchester city centre within easy reach, while Hale and Altrincham stations provide access to the Metrolink network and regional rail services. Manchester Airport is also readily accessible, making the location particularly attractive for those with national and international travel commitments. Combining the character and village atmosphere of Hale with exceptional connectivity and access to some of the North West's most desirable amenities, the location is considered one of the region's most prestigious residential settings. Square Footage: 8,379 sq ft Acreage: 0.98 Acres **Additional Info** Council Tax Band H ## Property Photos - ![Front Elevation](/listings/photos/93400401/2437807) - Front Elevation - ![Rear Elevation](/listings/photos/93400401/2437808) - Rear Elevation - ![Aerial](/listings/photos/93400401/2437809) - Aerial - ![Entrance Hall](/listings/photos/93400401/2437810) - Entrance Hall - ![Front Elevation](/listings/photos/93400401/2437811) - Front Elevation - ![Entrance Hall](/listings/photos/93400401/2437812) - Entrance Hall - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/93400401/2437813) - Kitchen - ![Dining Room](/listings/photos/93400401/2437814) - Dining Room - ![Family Room](/listings/photos/93400401/2437815) - Family Room - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/93400401/2437816) - Kitchen - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/93400401/2437818) - Lounge - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/93400401/2437820) - Lounge - ![Principal Bedroom](/listings/photos/93400401/2437821) - Principal Bedroom - ![Principal Ensuite](/listings/photos/93400401/2437824) - Principal Ensuite - ![Dressing Room](/listings/photos/93400401/2437826) - Dressing Room - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/93400401/2437827) - Bedroom - ![Ensuite](/listings/photos/93400401/2437830) - Ensuite - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/93400401/2437832) - Bedroom - ![Landing](/listings/photos/93400401/2437833) - Landing - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/93400401/2437835) - Bedroom - ![Cinema Room](/listings/photos/93400401/2437838) - Cinema Room - ![Study](/listings/photos/93400401/2437839) - Study - ![Leisure Suite](/listings/photos/93400401/2437841) - Leisure Suite - ![Leisure Suite](/listings/photos/93400401/2437842) - Leisure Suite - ![Leisure Suite](/listings/photos/93400401/2437843) - Leisure Suite - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/93400401/2437844) - Kitchen - ![Rear Elevation](/listings/photos/93400401/2437845) - Rear Elevation - ![Aerial](/listings/photos/93400401/2437846) - Aerial - ![Terrace](/listings/photos/93400401/2437847) - Terrace - ![Garden](/listings/photos/93400401/2437848) - Garden - ![Garden](/listings/photos/93400401/2437849) - Garden - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/93400401/2437850) - Kitchen - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/93400401/2437851) - Kitchen - ![Leisure Suite](/listings/photos/93400401/2437852) - Leisure Suite - ![Leisure Suite](/listings/photos/93400401/2437853) - Leisure Suite - ![Front Elevation](/listings/photos/93400401/2437854) - Front Elevation - ![Rear Elevation](/listings/photos/93400401/2437855) - Rear Elevation ## Floorplans - ![Glenwood Floorplan](/listings/photos/93400401/2437856) - Glenwood Floorplan ## EPC Graphs - ![Glenwood EPC](/listings/photos/93400401/2437857) - Glenwood EPC ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 18 HARROP ROAD, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9BZ | £1,540,000 | 30/08/2013 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 2 WARWICK DRIVE, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9EA | £1,400,000 | 23/01/2026 | Detached | | 9 HARROP ROAD, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9BU | £1,475,000 | 05/01/2026 | Detached | | LE PETIT BOIS PARK DRIVE, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9DH | £1,500,000 | 01/08/2025 | Detached | | 188 HALE ROAD, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 8DF | £675,000 | 16/11/2023 | Detached | | 9 PLANETREE ROAD, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9JL | £1,625,000 | 25/08/2023 | Detached | | 17 KENSINGTON GARDENS, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9DP | £1,025,000 | 11/08/2023 | Detached | | MURIESTON, 15 MURIESTON ROAD, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9SU | £1,550,000 | 14/04/2023 | Detached | | 1A PARK DRIVE, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9DW | £1,700,000 | 14/12/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 20 HARROP ROAD, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9BZ | £2,575,000 | 02/09/2022 | Detached | | LANGHAM HOUSE WARWICK DRIVE, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9EA | £1,507,500 | 23/08/2022 | Detached | | 8 LEICESTER ROAD, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9PS | £1,675,000 | 10/08/2022 | Detached | | 103 PARK ROAD, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9JU | £1,690,000 | 08/08/2022 | Detached | | 13A LEICESTER ROAD, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9QA | £1,300,000 | 12/05/2022 | Detached | | 3 WARWICK DRIVE, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9EA | £1,650,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached | | 17 PARK AVENUE, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9DL | £1,915,000 | 30/03/2022 | Detached | | 7 KENSINGTON GARDENS, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9DP | £1,375,000 | 24/02/2022 | Detached | | 5 KENWOOD AVENUE, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9DE | £1,200,000 | 28/01/2022 | Detached | | BRACKLEY BELMONT ROAD, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 9PU | £1,700,000 | 30/11/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £2,575,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £1,468,382 (17 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £1,089,125 (58 Detached, WA15, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +313.2% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Trafford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,232/mo - **Realistic:** £1,369/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,506/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for North Cumbria (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £738/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.03% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £171,125 - **Target investor price (1%):** £136,900 *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:** £5,269/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -10.6% - **10y growth:** 57.8% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Trafford; Detached series; as of July 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 9.4% - **5y growth (index):** 27.5% - **10y growth (index):** 65.3% ## 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)