For sale Detached

18 KIRKSTONE COURT

CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST CW12 4JW

4 beds 2 baths 157 m² Listed 19 May 2026 (-4d)

£440,000

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FRONT LOUNGE DINING ROOM GARDEN ROOM KITCHEN BEDROOM 1 FRONT ENSUITE REAR AERIAL VIEW AERIAL VIEW PLOT REAR REAR REAR REAR OAK FRAMED OPEN FRONTED GARDEN ROOM PLOT HALL HALL LOUNGE DINING ROOM GARDEN ROOM GARDEN ROOM DINING ROOM KITCHEN KITCHEN KITCHEN KITCHEN KITCHEN ENTRANCE VESTIBULE GUEST W.C. LANDING BEDROOM 4 REAR SHOWER ROOM BEDROOM 3 REAR BEDROOM 2 FRONT BEDROOM 2 FRONT BEDROOM 1 FRONT BEDROOM 1 FRONT

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

157 m²

Council tax band

D

Last sold

£285,000 Oct 2016

Local average

£424,873 (+3.6%)

Deprivation

Decile 10 (30,597 of 33,755)

Street crime

58 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

  • NO CHAIN
  • EXTENDED FOUR-BED DETACHED HOME IN POPULAR WEST HEATH
  • VERSATILE LAYOUT WITH LOUNGE AND GYM/OFFICE
  • OPEN-PLAN DINING AND GARDEN ROOM WITH UNDERFLOOR HEATING
  • MODERN KITCHEN WITH QUARTZ WORKTOPS AND INTEGRATED APPLIANCES
  • FOUR GOOD-SIZED BEDROOMS, PRINCIPAL WITH EN-SUITE
  • STYLISH WET ROOM WITH UNDERFLOOR HEATING
  • LANDSCAPED GARDEN WITH TERRACES AND OUTSIDE GARDEN ROOM
  • DRIVEWAY PARKING AND CLOSE TO SCHOOLS AND AMENITIES

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

This beautifully extended four-bedroom detached family home offers an exceptional blend of contemporary style, versatile living space, and a highly sought-after location in West Heath—perfect for modern family life.Step through the composite entrance door into a welcoming vestibule, leading into a spacious reception hall with oak-effect flooring and a staircase rising to the first floor. A stylish ground floor cloakroom/W.C. with period-style tiled flooring adds convenience for guests.The ground floor layout has been thoughtfully designed to provide flexibility and flow. To the front, a generously sized multi-purpose room (currently utilised as a gym/office/family room) features a striking bow window, making it an ideal workspace or playroom. The elegant lounge, also with a bow window, boasts a contemporary wall-mounted floating fireplace and seamlessly connects via sliding oak doors to the dining and garden rooms.The open-plan dining area and garden room create a superb entertaining space, enhanced by underfloor heating, a pitched ceiling with Velux windows, and French doors opening onto the rear garden—flooding the space with natural light.At the heart of the home lies a stunning, modern fitted kitchen, beautifully appointed with contrasting cabinetry, quartz work surfaces, and a full range of integrated appliances including Neff ovens, induction hob, and Bosch washing machine. Velux windows and rear-facing glazing ensure a bright and airy feel, while practical features such as a pull-out larder and ample storage add everyday convenience.To the first floor, a galleried landing leads to four well-proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from extensive fitted wardrobes and a luxurious en-suite bathroom with rainfall shower and underfloor heating. The remaining bedrooms are all generously sized, with built-in storage to several rooms, and are served by a stylish modern wet room, also featuring underfloor heating.Externally, the property continues to impress. To the front, a printed concrete driveway provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles. The rear garden is a true highlight—landscaped with an expansive Indian stone terrace ideal for outdoor dining, lawns, and a variety of seating areas including a discreet, tucked-away patio. A standout feature is the oak-framed open-fronted garden room with power and lighting—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Additional benefits include a side utility area, garden store, external power points, and a cold water tap.Situated in the ever-popular West Heath area, the property is ideally placed for excellent local schooling, including The Quinta, Black Firs Primary School, and Congleton High School, all within walking distance. Local amenities at West Heath Shopping Centre are close by, while commuters will appreciate easy access to major road links, the M6 (approximately 6 miles away), and Manchester Airport.An outstanding family home offering space, style, and a prime location—early viewing is highly recommended.

Listed by

Congleton

Timothy A Brown Ltd

Reference: 88667850

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Performance Certificate

FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #15467450 Recent

Property Details

Street: 18 Kirkstone Court

Town: CONGLETON

Postcode: CW12 4JW

Installation Details

Items: 2 windows and 2 doors

Certificate Issued: 30/10/2022

Work Completed: 06/10/2022

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 £440,000 +54.4%
Sold 27/10/2016 (9 years ago) £285,000

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 ELMWOOD DRIVE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4QY £440,000 30/01/2026 Detached
8 ELMWOOD DRIVE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4QY £470,000 12/12/2025 Detached
6 KESWICK COURT, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4JH £392,500 10/12/2025 Detached
20 ELMWOOD DRIVE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4QY £442,000 10/12/2025 Detached
MERE VIEW 5 NEWCASTLE ROAD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4XW £590,000 12/09/2024 Detached
33 ELMWOOD DRIVE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4QY £335,000 07/12/2023 Detached
34 ELMWOOD DRIVE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4QY £409,995 28/09/2023 Detached
12 SWEET BRIAR COURT, ASTBURY, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4GY £485,000 22/09/2023 Detached
32 ELMWOOD DRIVE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4QY £459,995 15/09/2023 Detached
30 ELMWOOD DRIVE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4QY £459,995 15/09/2023 Detached
24 ELMWOOD DRIVE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4QY £435,000 21/07/2023 Detached
7 VIOLET CLOSE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4YR £317,500 08/06/2023 Detached
48 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF £249,596 26/05/2023 Detached
20 ELMWOOD DRIVE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4QY £412,995 31/03/2023 Detached
28 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF £319,995 30/03/2023 Detached
18 ELMWOOD DRIVE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4QY £412,995 30/01/2023 Detached
26 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF £373,995 12/01/2023 Detached
22 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF £373,995 06/01/2023 Detached
18 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF £344,995 06/01/2023 Detached
24 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF £344,995 19/12/2022 Detached
Same street 5 KIRKSTONE COURT, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4JW £270,000 28/06/2021 Detached

Street average: £270,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £403,527 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 8.6%
10y growth 47.5%

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

1y (index) 0.7%
5y (index) 21.5%
10y (index) 51.1%

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 Oldham & Rochdale: £947/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop West Heath, Ullswater Road / Kendal Court (Hail & Ride) 0.0 miles
Shop Wash Me 0.1 miles
Shop Congleton Autos 0.2 miles
Train station Congleton 1.8 miles
Train station Kidsgrove 5.0 miles
Hospital John Munroe Hospital 6.8 miles
Hospital Haywood Hospital Walk-in Centre 7.4 miles
University University of Buckingham Crewe Campus 8.9 miles
University Buxton & Leek College 9.5 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 21
Public order 10
Shoplifting 7
Other theft 5
Burglary 3
Other crime 3
Criminal damage and arson 2
Drugs 2
Vehicle crime 2
Anti-social behaviour 1
Bicycle theft 1
Robbery 1
Total incidents 58

Within 1 mile during Mar 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
The Quinta Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Good — 12 Sep 2023
Aidenswood School Other 0.6 miles Good — 24 Apr 2024
Astbury St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Good — 3 May 2023
Congleton High School Secondary 0.6 miles Good — 15 Jan 2015
Marlfields Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Requires improvement — 7 May 2024

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
Field View Road, Congleton, CW12 £1,400/mo 4 0.71 miles Rightmove
Blue Cedar Way, Somerford, CW12 £1,750/mo 4 1.17 miles Rightmove
Watery Lane, Astbury, Congleton £3,750/mo 4 1.22 miles Rightmove
Quayside, Congleton, CW12 £1,600/mo 4 1.23 miles Rightmove
Rutland Close, Congleton £1,700/mo 4 1.35 miles Rightmove
Walfield Avenue, Congleton, CW12 £2,200/mo 4 1.49 miles Rightmove
71 Moss Road, Astbury, CW12 £2,500/mo 4 1.57 miles Rightmove
Hillside Farmhouse, Cloudside, Congleton, CW12 3QG £2,000/mo 4 4.05 miles Rightmove

Average rent: £2,113/mo (8 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

This street 6.2% gross yield avg £270,000 sale, £1,400/mo rent
Rent ratio 0.43%
Max investor price (0.8%) £234,375
Target investor price (1%) £187,500
Gross yield 5.1%
Cost-to-rent ratio 19.6×
Monthly cashflow £-70/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -0.7%
  • This street — Gross yield for this street only (Land Registry sales + rental comparables, same postcode + street).
  • 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).