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7 WILLOW LANE

CREWE, GOOSTREY, CHESHIRE EAST CW4 8PP

4 beds 1 baths Listed 7 Oct 2025 (-300d)

£565,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Council tax band

F

EPC rating

D

Last sold

£552,000 Apr 2026

Price per m²

£4,380/m²

Local average

£605,283 (-6.7%)

Deprivation

Decile 10 (31,372 of 33,755)

Street crime

4 incidents within 1 mile (Jun 2026)

Additional details

Parking
Garage
Garden
Yes

Description

This well presented four-bedroom detached property has been sympathetically maintained and improved over the years by the current owners to now provide light, spacious and flexible living accommodation in a modern style. Particular mention must be made of the refitted breakfast kitchen with integrated appliances, granite worktops and updated tile flooring, the newly appointed, contemporary bathroom with large walk-in shower and separate bath as well as the added conservatory and generous reception space.
Located in a super position on a quiet, leafy, no-through road in the heart of the village, close to all local amenities and schooling whilst being ideally positioned for all major network links to the Northwest and beyond.
The property is approached over a tarmacadam driveway, providing ample off-road parking, leading to the double garage and front entrance with open lawned garden, feature planting and mature hedging. The rear gardens are a lovely feature of the property being generous in proportions with a private aspect over woodland to the rear. Laid to lawn in the main with a range of well stocked borders surrounding, all fully enclosed by timber fencing, established hedging and trees. Flagged patio off the main reception space and a further patio towards the rear corner of the garden provide ideal opportunity for alfresco dining and enjoying the lovely aspect.
Directions
From Knutsford Town Centre proceed along Toft Road (A50) for approx. 4 miles. Take the left turn into Booth Bed Lane for approx. 2 miles. At the crossroads turn left onto Main Road. Take the left turn into Mill Lane which continues round to Willow Lane where the property will soon be seen.
Hallway
Front door. Ceiling light point. Radiator. Turning staircase to first floor. Under stairs storage. Walk-in cloaks cupboard. Wood effect flooring.
Downstairs WC
White low level WC. Vanity wash hand basin with brass mixer tap and cupboards under. Ceiling light point. Opaque double glazed window to side. Radiator. Half tiled walls. Tiled floor.
Living Room
Coved ceiling. Two wall light points. Feature media wall with cupboards and shelving. Two radiators. Double glazed bay window to rear.
Dining Room
Coved ceiling. Ceiling light point. Radiator. Fitted dressers. Tiled floor. Open to:-
Conservatory
Ceiling fan light. Radiator. Double glazed windows to three aspects incorporating French doors to garden.
Breakfast Kitchen
Fitted with a range of units comprising cupboards and drawers with granite work surfaces over and matching wall units. White 1 1/2 bowl sink unit with chrome mixer tap. Built-in double oven. Five ring gas wok hob with extractor hood over. Integrated fridge, freezer, washer dryer and dishwasher. Separate integrated freezer. Ceiling beams. Ceiling light point. Downlights. Double glazed windows to front and side. Two radiators. Courtesy door to side. Tiled floor.
Landing
Ceiling light point. Double glazed window to front. Linen cupboard.
Bedroom 1
Ceiling light point. Radiator. Double glazed windows to rear. Fitted wardrobe.
Bedroom 2
Ceiling light point. Radiator. Double glazed windows to rear. Fitted wardrobes, drawers and dressing table.
Bedroom 3
Ceiling light point. Radiator. Double glazed window to front.
Bedroom 4
Ceiling light point. Radiator. Double glazed window to front.
Bathroom
White suite comprising large jacuzzi bath with chrome fittings, large shower unit with chrome fittings, jets, fitted seats and glazed screen. Vanity wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap and cupboards under. Low level WC. Chrome heated towel radiator. Downlights. Double glazed window to front. Radiator. Half tiled walls. Tiled floor.
Externally
The property is approached over a tarmacadam driveway, providing ample off-road parking, leading to the double garage and front entrance with open lawned garden, feature planting and mature hedging. The rear gardens are a lovely feature of the property being generous in proportions with a private aspect over woodland to the rear. Laid to lawn in the main with a range of well stocked borders surrounding, all fully enclosed by timber fencing, established hedging and trees. Flagged patio off the main reception space and a further patio towards the rear corner of the garden provide ideal opportunity for alfresco dining and enjoying the lovely aspect.
Double Garage
Metal roller door. Light and power. Wall mounted boiler.

Listed by

Knutsford

Irlams (Estate Agents) Ltd

Reference: 167926352

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 10/10/2025

Expiry date: 09/10/2035

Est. upgrade cost to C: £17,700

Recommendations

  • Cavity wall insulation (£900 - £1,500)
  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan

Floorplan

Price history

Event Date Price % change
Sold 02/04/2026 (4 months ago) £552,000

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
Same street 28 WILLOW LANE, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8PP £675,000 20/02/2026 Detached
Same street 23 WILLOW LANE, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8PP £625,000 05/12/2025 Detached
21 WOODLANDS DRIVE, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8JH £381,000 19/03/2025 Detached
Same street 18 WILLOW LANE, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8PP £722,000 20/12/2022 Detached
140 MAIN ROAD, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8JR £540,000 18/11/2022 Detached
Same street 14 WILLOW LANE, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8PP £505,000 23/09/2022 Detached
4 THE ACREAGE, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8JY £705,000 21/09/2022 Detached
35 SOUTHLANDS ROAD, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8JF £445,000 25/08/2022 Detached
7 SHEARBROOK LANE, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8PR £800,000 05/08/2022 Detached
Same street 19 WILLOW LANE, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8PP £620,000 08/07/2022 Detached
30 SOUTHLANDS ROAD, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8JF £450,000 27/06/2022 Detached
2 FAIRWAY DRIVE, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8GG £750,000 24/06/2022 Detached
1 MEADOW CLOSE, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8JQ £530,000 24/06/2022 Detached
31 SOUTHLANDS ROAD, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8JF £295,000 22/03/2022 Detached
24 WOODLANDS DRIVE, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8JH £410,000 07/12/2021 Detached
81 MAIN ROAD, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8JP £903,000 03/12/2021 Detached
40 SOUTHLANDS ROAD, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8JF £305,000 19/10/2021 Detached
Same street 4 WILLOW LANE, GOOSTREY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW4 8PP £600,250 14/09/2021 Detached

Street average: £624,542 (6 sales)

Area average: £542,833 (12 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 60.3%
10y growth 70%

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

1y (index) 3.3%
5y (index) 23.5%
10y (index) 50.8%

Rental Range

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

Low £884/mo
Realistic £982/mo
Optimistic £1,080/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.

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

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop Unknown 0.2 miles
Shop Goostrey Village Store 0.2 miles
Bus stop Goostrey, Main Road / Post Office 0.2 miles
Train station Goostrey 0.9 miles
Train station Holmes Chapel 2.0 miles
Hospital Rosemount Resource Centre 8.5 miles
Hospital Leighton Hospital 9.3 miles
University University of Buckingham Crewe Campus 9.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 2
Criminal damage and arson 1
Public order 1
Total incidents 4

Within 1 mile during Jun 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
Goostrey Community Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Good — 16 Mar 2022
Terra Nova School Other 1.6 miles (No rating)
Hermitage Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Good — 20 Nov 2023
Holmes Chapel Primary School Primary 2.0 miles Outstanding — 17 Jul 2015
Holmes Chapel Comprehensive School Secondary 2.4 miles Good — 10 Mar 2020

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 1.75 miles Rightmove

Average rent: £1,795/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.32%
Max investor price (0.8%) £224,375
Target investor price (1%) £179,500
Gross yield 3.8%
Cost-to-rent ratio 26.2×
Monthly cashflow £-635/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -4.6%
  • 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).