Hornbeam Close
Crewe, CW2, CW2 8BF
£400,000
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Council tax band
D
Last sold
£249,995
Local average
£365,988 (+9.3%)
Deprivation
Decile 9 (29,698 of 33,755)
Street crime
353 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Exclusive cul-de-sac setting within a select development of just nine detached executive homes
- Superb open-plan kitchen/breakfast room plus separate dining room, both with French doors to the garden
- Spacious four double bedroom detached family home with en-suite to the principal bedroom
- Private south-easterly facing landscaped rear garden with patio, decking and mature borders
- Double integral garage with internal access, excellent storage potential and ample driveway parking
- Excellent location within walking distance of schools, local amenities, Crewe railway station and commuter links
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Gas central
- Accessibility
- Step-free access
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
- Restrictions
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
A stylish porch entrance, complete with contemporary composite external door and oak internal door, provides a welcoming first impression while offering step-free access. Inside, the bright and airy hallway leads to a generously proportioned living room featuring a contemporary electric fire, creating a warm and inviting space.
To the rear of the property, a superb open-plan kitchen and breakfast room is fitted with an extensive range of modern wall and base units, offering ample storage and preparation space. Double French doors open directly onto the garden, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. A separate utility room provides additional practicality, with plumbing for appliances and external access.
A further reception room, currently used as a dining room, also benefits from French doors to the garden, making it ideal for entertaining. The ground floor is completed by a convenient WC/cloakroom and useful under-stairs storage. Internal access leads to a spacious double integral garage, offering excellent storage or workshop potential and housing a fully serviced boiler.
Upstairs, the property continues to impress with four well-proportioned double bedrooms. The master bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and a well-appointed en-suite shower room. The second front bedroom also features fitted wardrobes, while the two rear bedrooms are equally generous in size and offer flexibility for use as guest rooms, children’s rooms, or a home office. A modern family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms.
Externally, the property enjoys a private, south-easterly facing rear garden designed for low maintenance, featuring a decked seating area, additional patio space, and mature trees and shrubs providing a secluded feel. To the front, there is ample parking for multiple vehicles along with access to the double garage.
Ideally located within walking distance of well-regarded schools, a college, local amenities, and Crewe railway station, the property also offers excellent commuter links via the A500 and M6 motorway network.
Constructed circa 2013, this outstanding home combines contemporary living with practicality and convenience, making it a superb choice for families seeking space, comfort, and location.
Location:
The property is situated in the railway town of Crewe and just a few miles from the historic town of Nantwich. Crewe offers an extensive range of amenities including shopping, educational and recreational facilities, as well as outstanding transport and commuter links via the A500 and Junction 16 of the M6 motorway, while Crewe mainline railway station provides direct access to larger cities and towns across the country.
EPC Rating: C
Listed by
Nantwich
James Du Pavey Ltd
Reference: 174587912
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| Address | Current | Potential | Floor area | Age band | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, Hornbeam Close, CREWE | 83 | 83 | 119 m² | — | Detached |
| 2, Hornbeam Close, CREWE | 84 | 84 | 155 m² | — | Detached |
| 3 Hornbeam Close, CREWE | 81 | 89 | 162 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Detached |
| 3, Hornbeam Close, CREWE | 84 | 84 | 154 m² | — | Detached |
| 4 Hornbeam Close, CREWE | 79 | 88 | 119 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Detached |
| 4, Hornbeam Close, CREWE | 83 | 83 | 117 m² | — | Detached |
| 5 Hornbeam Close, CREWE | 76 | 84 | 154 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Detached |
| 5, Hornbeam Close, CREWE | 83 | 83 | 142 m² | — | Detached |
| 6, Hornbeam Close, CREWE | 84 | 84 | 137 m² | — | Detached |
| 7, Hornbeam Close, CREWE | 83 | 83 | 119 m² | — | Detached |
| 8, Hornbeam Close, CREWE | 83 | 83 | 114 m² | — | Detached |
| 9, Hornbeam Close, CREWE | 83 | 83 | 114 m² | — | Detached |
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £400,000 | +60% |
| Sold | 01/01/2013 (13 years ago) | £249,995 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 349 NANTWICH ROAD, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6PD | £465,000 | 21/01/2026 | Detached |
| 13 ROSEHILL ROAD, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8AR | £233,000 | 31/01/2025 | Detached |
| 1 SWEET FIELD CLOSE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8EF | £288,000 | 24/11/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 3 HORNBEAM CLOSE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8BF | £400,000 | 03/11/2023 | Other |
| 38 SOMERVILLE STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 7NR | £125,000 | 03/11/2023 | Detached |
| 18 ROSEHILL ROAD, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8AX | £243,000 | 19/10/2023 | Detached |
| 14 SALISBURY CLOSE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6JN | £273,000 | 24/10/2022 | Detached |
| 15 SWEET FIELD CLOSE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8EF | £277,000 | 24/02/2022 | Detached |
| 11 KINGSWAY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 7NB | £368,000 | 27/01/2022 | Detached |
| 3 MANOR COURT, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6PG | £310,000 | 03/12/2021 | Detached |
| 18 URSULINE WAY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6LB | £240,000 | 27/10/2021 | Detached |
| 7 MEREBANK ROAD, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8AS | £230,000 | 15/10/2021 | Detached |
| 22 DANE BANK AVENUE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8AA | £290,000 | 14/09/2021 | Detached |
| 7 SWEET FIELD CLOSE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8EF | £275,000 | 06/08/2021 | Detached |
| 11 NORBRECK AVENUE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 7NW | £275,000 | 25/06/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £400,000 (1 sale)
Area average: £278,000 (14 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire East. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cheshire East. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for South Cheshire: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Hornbeam Close
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Crewe, Nantwich Road / Somerville Street | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Crewe, Dane Bank Avenue / South Cheshire College | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | The Fireworks Shop | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Bridal Revival | 0.2 miles |
| Train station | Crewe | 0.8 miles |
| University | University of Buckingham Crewe Campus | 1.4 miles |
| Hospital | Leighton Hospital | 2.5 miles |
| Train station | Nantwich | 3.2 miles |
| Hospital | Weaver Lodge Independent Hospital | 7.3 miles |
| University | Keele University | 9.6 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 139 |
| Public order | 50 |
| Shoplifting | 37 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 30 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 23 |
| Other theft | 19 |
| Drugs | 14 |
| Burglary | 12 |
| Bicycle theft | 7 |
| Other crime | 7 |
| Possession of weapons | 7 |
| Vehicle crime | 5 |
| Robbery | 3 |
| Total incidents | 353 |
Within 1 mile during Apr 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheshire College - South & West | Other | 0.1 miles | — (No rating) |
| Vine Tree Primary School | Primary | 0.2 miles | Good — 12 Dec 2012 |
| Pebble Brook Primary School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 25 Nov 2014 |
| Gainsborough Primary and Nursery School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 14 Jul 2022 |
| Ruskin Community High School | Secondary | 0.3 miles | Good — 1 Jul 2015 |
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Rent-driven metrics
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- 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).
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