For sale Detached

8 HEDWORTH GARDENS

ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE WA9 5TX

4 beds 3 baths 1,884 sq ft Listed 18 Jun 2026 (-34d)

£525,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

175 m²

Council tax band

F

EPC rating

C

Year built

England and Wales: 1996-2002

Last sold

£400,000 Mar 2025

Price per m²

£3,000/m²

Local average

£307,944 (+70.5%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (25,265 of 33,755)

Street crime

124 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • Fully renovated and reconfigured four-bedroom detached family home
  • Stunning open-plan kitchen, dining and family living space spanning the full width of the property
  • Contemporary kitchen with integrated appliances, quartz worktops and breakfast bar
  • Four double bedrooms, including a luxurious principal suite with refitted en-suite
  • Beautifully appointed four-piece family bathroom and ground floor WC
  • Integral double garage offering excellent storage and conversion potential
  • Generous wrap-around gardens with decked entertaining area and scope to extend the garden space
  • Situated on an exclusive development of detached homes, close to Rainhill Village, excellent schools, rail links and the M62 motorway network

Additional details

Parking
Garage
Garden
Yes

Description

Occupying a generous plot within an established and highly regarded development of executive detached homes, this beautifully presented four-bedroom detached family home has been extensively renovated and thoughtfully reconfigured throughout to create an exceptional living environment perfectly suited to modern family life. Finished to an outstanding standard, the property seamlessly blends contemporary design, high-quality fixtures and fittings, and versatile living accommodation, resulting in a home that is ready to move straight into and enjoy from day one.

A spacious and welcoming entrance hallway immediately sets the tone for the accommodation beyond, with stylish LVT flooring flowing seamlessly throughout the ground floor to create a sense of continuity and sophistication. Positioned to the front of the property is an elegant and comfortable living room, providing a cosy retreat away from the main family hub. The hallway also provides internal access to the integral double garage, which currently offers excellent storage and practicality but also presents exciting potential for conversion into additional living accommodation, a home office, gym or games room, subject to any necessary consents. An aluminium-framed glazed door then leads through to the spectacular open-plan kitchen, dining and family living space, creating an immediate sense of light and openness.

The true heart of the home is the magnificent kitchen, dining and living area which extends across the full width of the property. Expertly designed to create distinct yet connected zones, the space caters perfectly for both everyday family living and entertaining. The stunning kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of contemporary units, integrated appliances, luxurious quartz worktops and a breakfast bar, offering both practicality and style. The roof has been pitched to create additional height and character, whilst a large Velux window floods the room with natural light and further enhances the sense of space.

The designated dining area enjoys direct access to the garden through sleek aluminium-framed patio doors, creating a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living. Beyond this, the principal family living area centres around an impressive picture window which beautifully frames views across the rear garden, while a further snug or play area provides invaluable flexibility for growing families. Whether utilised as a children’s play space, reading corner or informal sitting area, this additional reception space enhances the versatility of the home’s layout. A practical utility room and contemporary downstairs WC complete the ground floor accommodation.

To the first floor, the quality and attention to detail continue throughout. The principal bedroom benefits from a beautifully refitted en-suite shower room finished with stylish contemporary fittings, whilst three further generously sized double bedrooms provide excellent accommodation for family members and guests alike. Serving the remaining bedrooms is a stunning refitted four-piece family bathroom, thoughtfully designed to offer both luxury and practicality for busy family life.

Externally, the property occupies an enviable plot with mature gardens wrapping around the front, side and rear elevations. The rear garden provides a wonderful setting for both relaxation and entertaining, with a decked seating area directly accessed from the dining space creating the perfect environment for al fresco dining and summer gatherings. The substantial side garden offers excellent future potential, with scope to extend the existing boundary and combine the side and rear gardens to create an even larger outdoor space if desired. To the front, a double-width driveway provides ample off-road parking and complements the integral double garage.

Hedworth Gardens enjoys a peaceful setting within a well-established residential development comprising exclusively detached homes, creating an attractive and highly sought-after environment for family living. Whilst enjoying a quiet suburban position, the property remains exceptionally convenient for a wide range of amenities. Rainhill Village is located just a short distance away and offers an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, restaurants, bars and everyday conveniences, whilst nearby St Helens town centre provides a more extensive range of retail and leisure facilities.

The location is particularly appealing for families, benefitting from a number of highly regarded primary and secondary schools within easy reach, along with numerous parks, recreational facilities and green spaces. For commuters, excellent transport links are readily available, with nearby Rainhill Railway Station providing regular services to both Liverpool and Manchester, whilst the M62 motorway network can be accessed within minutes, offering convenient connections across the North West and beyond.

Combining exceptional presentation, generous and versatile living accommodation, mature wrap-around gardens and a highly convenient location close to both Rainhill and St Helens amenities, this outstanding detached home represents a rare opportunity to acquire a truly turnkey family residence in a highly desirable setting.

Please note that some photographs have been virtually staged using AI to illustrate how certain rooms may look when furnished. These images are for guidance purposes only. Please note that Japanese Knotweed has previously been identified along the rear boundary of the property. An insurance-backed professional treatment plan is in place, providing ongoing management and additional reassurance for prospective purchasers.

Listed by

St Helens

Little Estate Agents

Reference: 89867757

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 26/11/2024

Expiry date: 25/11/2034

Current heating cost: £1,207/year

Potential heating cost: £1,148/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £9,725

Recommendations

  • Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£100 - £350)
  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

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FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #16948049 Recent

Property Details

Street: 8 Hedworth Gardens

Town: ST. HELENS

Postcode: WA9 5TX

Installation Details

Items: 12 windows

Certificate Issued: 08/09/2025

Work Completed: 28/08/2025

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #17104118 Recent

Property Details

Street: 8 Hedworth Gardens

Town: ST. HELENS

Postcode: WA9 5TX

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 21/12/2025

Work Completed: 16/12/2025

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £525,000 +31.3%
Sold 21/03/2025 (1 year ago) £400,000

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
4 HARTLAND GARDENS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA9 5TZ £395,000 17/10/2025 Detached
4 HOVETON GARDENS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA9 5UR £575,000 10/11/2023 Detached
5 NEWMARKET GARDENS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA9 5FR £340,000 02/06/2023 Detached
3 WESLEY HALL GARDENS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA9 5JQ £540,000 02/05/2023 Detached
41 HEATHERLEIGH, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA9 5ST £395,500 09/11/2022 Detached
1 TYNE CLOSE, THATTO HEATH, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA9 5NP £197,500 17/02/2022 Detached
Same street 38 HEDWORTH GARDENS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA9 5TX £349,500 13/12/2021 Detached
Same street 33 HEDWORTH GARDENS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA9 5TX £365,000 10/12/2021 Detached
Same street 17 HEDWORTH GARDENS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA9 5TX £389,000 30/09/2021 Detached
2 HOLKHAM GARDENS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA9 5SS £539,000 30/09/2021 Detached

Street average: £367,833 (3 sales)

Area average: £426,000 (7 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 13%
10y growth 82.5%

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

1y (index) 7.4%
5y (index) 33%
10y (index) 75.5%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for St. Helens. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £711/mo
Realistic £790/mo
Optimistic £869/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → St. Helens.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for St Helens: £798/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

Hedworth Gardens

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop NUTGROVE RD/RAINHILL HOSPITAL 0.2 miles
Bus stop Elton Head Road 0.2 miles
Train station Thatto Heath 0.5 miles
Shop Millennium Motorcycles 0.5 miles
Shop Longton Lane Wine Stores 0.8 miles
Train station Eccleston Park 0.9 miles
Hospital St Helens Hospital 1.8 miles
Hospital Marie Curie Hospice 5.8 miles
University University of Chester - Warrington Campus 8.8 miles
University Edge Hill University 10.0 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 51
Drugs 17
Anti-social behaviour 16
Criminal damage and arson 11
Public order 8
Other theft 7
Vehicle crime 6
Other crime 4
Burglary 2
Possession of weapons 1
Robbery 1
Total incidents 124

Within 1 mile during May 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
Nutgrove Methodist Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Outstanding — 16 Sep 2014
St Austin's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 18 Jul 2022
St John Vianney Catholic Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Good — 18 May 2022
Thatto Heath Community Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Good — 4 Dec 2023
Longton Lane Community Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Good — 5 Feb 2015

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 4-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.15%
Max investor price (0.8%) £98,750
Target investor price (1%) £79,000
  • 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).