Sold STC Cottage

131 HUDDERSFIELD ROAD

HUDDERSFIELD, SHELLEY, WEST YORKSHIRE HD8 8LB

2 beds 1 baths 883 sq ft Listed 11 Oct 2025 (-224d)

£240,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

82 m²

Council tax band

B

EPC rating

D

Year built

England and Wales: before 1900

Last sold

£237,500 Jan 2026

Price per m²

£2,927/m²

Local average

£386,769 (-37.9%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (25,543 of 33,755)

Street crime

6 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

  • GRADE II LISTED YORKSHIRE COTTAGE
  • TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS
  • BREATH-TAKING VIEWS OF HD8
  • CENTRAL VILLAGE LOCATION WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF LOCAL AMENITIES
  • LOG BURNER
  • ENCLOSED FRONT COTTAGE GARDEN
  • MULTIPLE RECEPTION ROOMS OFFERING VERSATILE LIVING
  • MODERN KITCHEN AND BATHROOM
  • PLENTY OF STORAGE
  • VEHICLE ACCESS FROM THE REAR

Additional details

Parking
Rear
Garden
Private garden
Listed property
Yes

Description

EARNSHAW ESTATES PROUDLY PRESENTS THIS LOVELY AND IDYLLIC GRADE II LISTED COTTAGE, LOCATED IN THE SOUGHT-AFTER VILLAGE OF SHELLEY. THIS 2 BEDROOM YORKSHIRE COTTAGE IS SITUATED IN AN ELEVATED POSITION AND BOASTS FANTASTIC VIEWS, OVERLOOKING THE VALLEY OF HD8! BURSTING WITH REAL CHARACTER AND TRUE HISTORY THROUGHOUT, WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND A VIEWING TO APPRECIATE THIS UNIQUE HOME. GET IN TOUCH WITH EARNSHAW ESTATES TO ARRANGE A VIEWING TODAY!
Welcome to Lea View Cottage, A beautiful Grade II listed property situated in the heart of Shelley village. This Yorkshire cottage is near several schools, including Shelley First School, Kirkburton Middle School, and Shelley College. The centre of Shelley, which offers shops and local amenities, is also a short walk from the property, providing convenient access to local services and facilities. Countryside walks ideal for exercising, dog walks and more. The Shelley local community hall has events, shows, theatre, classes and the must attend “French Sunday Lunch”! We really cannot praise this HD8 village anymore. 

GROUND FLOOR
As you approach the property you are greeted with an entrance porch. Finished to a high standard, the porch features a ceiling light point and an elegant recently fitted handmade accoya wooden door, which leads through to the living room. A window in the front door offers a stunning open aspect, showcasing views over the property's garden.
The living room is spacious, well decorated and reveals two original mullion stone windows which overlook the front of the property providing beautiful views and allowing plenty of natural light into the room. The living room reveals a relaxed and cosy setting. Wood finished beams complemented by an ornate timber mantle surround, reveal a feature log burner, perfect for those winter months. The attention to detail within this home brings the cottage to life! Inbuilt traditional cupboard storage , Original Oak ceiling beams provide wonderful feature to the room.
Through to the dining room, here you will find ample space for a good sized dining table and chairs, providing somewhere for the family to sit during mealtimes. This flexible space can be used in a variety of ways, such as a dining room, home office or snug. It’s bright and welcoming, with plenty of natural light pouring in through the double French doors. The room offers an under-stairs storage cupboard. A characterful staircase with wooden banisters leads up to the first floor. 
An oak door leads through to the kitchen. The modern kitchen is well fitted with a range of cream gloss wall and base mounted units with complimentary work surfaces and comes with all the mod cons needed for everyday living. Integrated appliances include a fridge/freezer, electric oven and gas hob with extractor fan over plus freestanding dishwasher. Here you will find a door that leads out to the rear courtyard. 
FIRST FLOOR
Upstairs, the property features two generously sized double bedrooms, each offering a warm and inviting retreat. Both rooms beautifully showcase original exposed wooden beams, adding a touch of rustic charm and highlighting the character and heritage of the home. These architectural details continue the theme of authentic period features found throughout the property. With ample space for furnishings and personal touches, each bedroom combines comfort with character, making them perfect place for rest and relaxation.
The master bedroom is perfectly positioned at the front of the property, boasting stunning, far-reaching views across the picturesque HD8 valley. This outlook truly elevates the room, offering a breathtaking natural backdrop that changes beautifully with the seasons — a feature that truly must be seen in person to be fully appreciated. This generously proportioned bedroom has the space to comfortably accommodate bedroom furniture, making it very practical. 
Bedroom Two is a delightful double room situated at the rear of the property, offering a peaceful outlook. The room enjoys a pleasant view over the courtyard. Well-proportioned and bright, it provides ample space for a double bed along with fitted wardrobes or additional bedroom furniture, making it both versatile and comfortable — ideal for guests, children, or as a stylish home office.
The contemporary house bathroom is stylishly finished and thoughtfully designed for modern living. It features a sleek low-flush W.C., a wash hand basin set beneath a wall-mounted LED vanity mirror, and a spacious walk-in shower with clean lines and a high-quality finish. The space is both functional and elegant, offering a fresh, modern feel that complements the rest of the home.
The property benefits from double glazing and central heating. 
Large boarded loft for extra storage.
Internal cupboard on the landing for extra storage.
OUTSIDE
Outside the quality continues with a enclosed cottage garden to front of the property. The garden presents a flagged patio area, providing the perfect place to sit out and admire the outstanding views! A lawn with an array of plants and shrubs runs alongside the garden path up towards the cottage, creating a picturesque finish. 
To the rear there is a shared courtyard which is low maintenance and is utilised by the subject property as well as a neighbouring property for off street parking. There are external lights and a gate which leads to the main courtyard area.
The rear of the property is accessed via Back lane (Opposite Shelley Village hall) This is an unadopted lane that leads to the local farm & other properties, and is also a bridleway making it ideal for dogs walks and accessing the village. 
ADDITONAL INFORMATION
History 
This stone cottage with some stunning features was originally built as a detached home for the foreman of the nearby Shelley Hall and has been adapted over time. 
This home offers quality modern touches with original features on show  and gives more than you would expect from a conventional terraced home.

“This property was lovingly renovated in recent years with an updated kitchen, newly plastered  walls, new electrics,  central heating, new windows and doors. More recently  the bathroom has been refitted with  a walk -in shower  and downstairs a new log burner and internal oak doors have been fitted….


GRADE II LISTED COTTAGE
Material Information - TENURE: Freehold
ADDITIONAL COSTS: There are no additional costs associated with the property, shared areas or development.
COUNCIL AND COUNCIL TAX BAND: Kirklees Band - B
PROPERTY CONSTRUCTION: Yorkshire Stone
PARKING: The rear courtyard is utilised for parking
RIGHTS AND RESTRICTIONS: Please note that there is pedestrian and vehicular rights of access for the subject property and neighbouring cottages.
DISPUTES: There have not been any neighbour disputes.
BUILDING SAFETY: There have not been any structural alterations to the property. There are no known structural defects to the property.
PLANNING PERMISSIONS AND DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS: There are no known planning applications on neighbouring properties or land and the vendor confirmed they have not received any notices.
*Please note we do not check the local planning applications so please do so yourself before proceeding.
UTILITIES:
Water supply - Mains water
Sewerage - Mains
Electricity - Mains
Heating Source - Mains Gas
ENVIRONMENT: There has not been any flooding, mining or quarrying which has affected the property throughout our vendor's ownership.
Get in touch with Earnshaw Estates for more information and to book your viewing today on this Yorkshire Grade II listed cottage!
DISCLAIMER
1.    PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTION ACT 1967 & 1991: Although we endeavour to make the details and measurements of each property as accurate as possible, please take these as an estimate only, made from the information supplied by the vendor, and our visual inspection of the property.
2.    MEASUREMENTS are taken electronically using a device and we cannot fully guarantee their accuracy, so we advise these are used as an estimate, and that you take your own measurements if upon viewing the property to ensure these are to your personal satisfaction for any carpets, furniture or other household furnishings.
3.    QUALITY TESTING: No services, apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or any other things have been tested by Earnshaw Estates and we are unable to verify that these are in working order or fit for purpose. We therefore advise buyers to obtain verification from their own tradesperson, surveyor, solicitor or otherwise qualified professional who is able to provide such assurances. Earnshaw Estates are also unable to verify the quality, or condition of any property, land, buildings or additional features, so we advise that buyers obtain their own surveys and speak to a professional regarding this. We will not accept any responsibility or liability in connection with this.
4.    TENURE: Any reference to the tenure of a property is based on information supplied by the seller. Earnshaw Estates has not had reviewed the title documents and has not checked the tenure, boundaries, rights or restrictions with the Land Registry, so we advise buyers and any other persons who seek to rely on such information to obtain verification from their own solicitor or legal professional. Earnshaw Estates accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions in this regard.
5.    MONEY LAUNDERING: We may ask for further details regarding proof of your identification and proof of funds upon receiving your offer on a property. Please provide these in order to reduce any delay.

Listed by

Kirkburton

Earnshaw Estates (Yorkshire) Limited

Reference: 168114728

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 13/05/2016

Current heating cost: £887/year

Potential heating cost: £668/year

Recommendations

  • Flat roof or sloping ceiling insulation (1,500)
  • 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (14,000)
  • Draughtproof single-glazed windows (120)
  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (45)
  • Upgrade heating controls (450)
  • Solar water heating (6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (8,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

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Price history

116% since 2016

Event Date Price % change
Sold 22/01/2026 (4 months ago) £237,500 +39.7%
Sold 17/07/2020 (5 years ago) £170,000 +54.5%
Sold 07/10/2016 (9 years ago) £110,000

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
24 FAR BANK, SHELLEY, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 8HS £560,000 14/01/2022 Detached
114A HUDDERSFIELD ROAD, SHELLEY, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 8LF £399,950 20/10/2021 Detached
66A HUDDERSFIELD ROAD, SHELLEY, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 8HG £155,500 08/10/2021 Detached
109 HUDDERSFIELD ROAD, SHELLEY, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 8HF £188,500 27/09/2021 Detached
84 HUDDERSFIELD ROAD, SHELLEY, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 8HE £270,000 25/06/2021 Detached
THE GRANGE, 114 HUDDERSFIELD ROAD, SHELLEY, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 8LF £740,000 11/06/2021 Detached

Area average: £385,658 (6 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -22.4%
10y growth 14.2%

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

1y (index) 2.1%
5y (index) 24.2%
10y (index) 52.3%

Rental Range

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

Low £690/mo
Realistic £767/mo
Optimistic £844/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Kirklees.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Kirklees: £524/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop Unknown 0.0 miles
Bus stop Far Bank Near Bank 0.1 miles
Bus stop Huddersfield Road Back Lane 0.1 miles
Shop Equi-Sport Horseboxes Ltd 0.4 miles
Train station Shelley 0.7 miles
Train station Shepley 0.8 miles
University University of Huddersfield 3.4 miles
Hospital Holme Valley Memorial Hospital 4.0 miles
Hospital BMI Hospital Huddersfield 6.2 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Public order 3
Violence and sexual offences 2
Shoplifting 1
Total incidents 6

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
Shelley First School Primary 0.3 miles Good — 14 May 2023
Kirkburton Church of England Voluntary Aided First School Primary 1.0 miles Good — 27 Jan 2012
Shelley College, A Share Academy Secondary 1.1 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
Shepley First School Primary 1.2 miles Good — 14 May 2024
Kirkburton Middle School Primary 1.2 miles Good — 17 Jan 2022

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.32%
Max investor price (0.8%) £95,875
Target investor price (1%) £76,700
  • 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).