Chester Way
Northwich, CW9, CW9 5FQ
£285,000
Property details
Tenure
LEASEHOLD (114 years remaining on lease)
Council tax band
C
Last sold
£285,000
Local average
£741,689 (-61.6%)
Deprivation
Decile 2 (3,851 of 33,755)
Street crime
167 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)
Key features
- Third floor corner penthouse apartment in a sought after and well positioned retirement development
- Wonderful sunny westerly views over the canal and town beyond
- McCarthy and Stone full service development with on site restaurant
- Superb central position, literally adjacent to Waitrose
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
- Listed property
- No
- Restrictions
- No
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
Built by McCarthy and Stone retirement living and one of nearly 60 properties in the scheme, there are many things that make this the ideal place for buyers in this sector, from the in house lunch time restaurant, which also provides room service, to the 24 hour reception and concierge facilities. The scheme lies adjacent to Waitrose, very easy for day to day needs, with he wider town centre just beyond, and offers residents lots of things to do including barbecues on the roof top deck, movie and game evenings, craft days and bus trips in the summer months.
The apartment is situated on the top floor in the corner, with a double sunny aspect and has two large double bedrooms, is energy-efficient and offers captivating views overlooking the picturesque River Weaver. This is a McCarthy Stone Retirement Living Plus development, exclusively designed for individuals aged 70 and above, and consists of 57 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments with features to make day-to-day independent living easier.
As well as the privacy of your own apartment, there’s the opportunity to lead a full and active social life. You can call into the homeowners’ lounge whenever you feel like company, it’s a lovely place to meet up with friends or join in the many activities organised by homeowners and the Estate Management team. The lounge is also the perfect space to invite friends and family over for a special celebration.
Open every day, the table service restaurant serves tasty and nutritious lunches for homeowners and their friends and family, at a very reasonable price. All the food is freshly prepared and for a special occasion or celebration, owners can book the function room.
Marbury Court also benefits from a large river view roof terrace and a guest suite for visitors, who wish to stay (additional charges apply). For peace of mind, there is an Estate Manager on site and 24-hour emergency call system provided via a personal pendant alarm, and with call points in all rooms.
Marbury Court is situated in the centre of Northwich lying in the heart of the Cheshire Plain, at the confluence of the River Weaver and River Dane. It is only 18 miles from the beautiful City of Chester and within easy reach of both Liverpool and Manchester. Northwich is on the main railway line between Chester and Manchester and is only a short distance from the M56 and the M6.
Service Charge (Breakdown)
• 1 hour domestic assistance per week
• Cleaning of communal windows
• Water rates for communal areas and apartments
• Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
• 24 hour emergency call system
• Upkeep of gardens and grounds
• Repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior communal areas
• Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
• Buildings insurance
The Service charge does not cover external costs such as owners Council Tax, electricity or TV, but does include the cost of the Estate Manager, water rates, a 24 hour emergency call system, the heating and maintenance of all communal areas, exterior property maintenance and gardening.
Service charge: £13,398.48 per annum (for financial year ending 09/2024)
Lease length: Residue of 125 years (from 2015).
Ground rent: £510 per annum
Car Parking Permit Scheme-Subject To Availability - Parking is by allocated space subject to availability. The fee is £250 per annum. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis.
EPC Rating: C
Listed by
Knutsford
Stuart Rushton & Co
Reference: 157700726
EPC ratings on this postcode
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| Address | Current | Potential | Floor area | Age band | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Marbury Court, Chester Way, NORTHWICH | 74 | 77 | 58 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Flat |
| 11 Marbury Court, Chester Way, NORTHWICH | 86 | 86 | 49 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Flat |
| 12 Marbury Court, Chester Way, NORTHWICH | 77 | 77 | 56 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Flat |
| 2 Marbury Court, Chester Way, NORTHWICH | 65 | 75 | 69 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Flat |
| 24 Marbury Court, Chester Way, NORTHWICH | 73 | 74 | 57 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Flat |
| 29 Marbury Court, Chester Way, NORTHWICH | 86 | 86 | 49 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Flat |
| 3 Marbury Court, Chester Way, NORTHWICH | 65 | 68 | 74 m² | England and Wales: 1991-1995 | Flat |
| 3 Marbury Court, Chester Way, NORTHWICH | 74 | 74 | 73 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Flat |
| 32 Marbury Court, Chester Way, NORTHWICH | 76 | 79 | 61 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Flat |
| 34 Marbury Court, Chester Way, NORTHWICH | 80 | 80 | 55 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Flat |
| 38 Marbury Court, Chester Way, NORTHWICH | 79 | 79 | 72 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Flat |
| 4 Marbury Court, Chester Way, NORTHWICH | 74 | 76 | 56 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Flat |
| 40 Marbury Court, Chester Way, NORTHWICH | 76 | 78 | 56 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Flat |
| 41 Marbury Court, Chester Way, NORTHWICH | 77 | 79 | 56 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Flat |
| 43 Marbury Court, Chester Way, NORTHWICH | 77 | 78 | 50 m² | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | Flat |
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
No sales history found for this property in Land Registry Price Paid data.
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 MARBURY COURT 29 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £93,000 | 05/12/2025 | Flat |
| Same street MARBURY COURT 49 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £170,000 | 17/11/2025 | Flat |
| Same street MARBURY COURT 5 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £160,000 | 29/11/2023 | Flat |
| Same street MARBURY COURT 3 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £230,000 | 30/08/2023 | Flat |
| Same street MARBURY COURT 18 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £170,000 | 21/07/2023 | Flat |
| Same street MARBURY COURT 39 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £146,000 | 19/05/2023 | Flat |
| Same street MARBURY COURT 16 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £161,500 | 24/08/2022 | Flat |
| Same street MARBURY COURT 12 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £200,000 | 27/05/2022 | Flat |
| Same street MARBURY COURT 56 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £260,000 | 13/10/2021 | Flat |
| 2 - 2A HIGH STREET BULL RING, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5BT | £194,500 | 13/09/2021 | Other |
Street average: £176,722 (9 sales)
Area average: £194,500 (1 sale)
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 West and Chester. Series: All dwelling types. As of April 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cheshire West and Chester. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire West and Chester.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Kendal: £648/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Chester Way
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Northwich, Chester Way / Hayhurst Bridge | 0.0 miles |
| Bus stop | Northwich, London Road / Waitrose | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Headwater Holidays | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Curtain Magic | 0.1 miles |
| Train station | Northwich | 0.8 miles |
| Train station | Greenbank | 0.9 miles |
| Hospital | Tarporley War Memorial Hospital | 9.3 miles |
| University | University of Chester - Warrington Campus | 10.9 miles |
| Hospital | Altrincham Hospital | 11.0 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 81 |
| Public order | 23 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 22 |
| Shoplifting | 13 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 7 |
| Drugs | 6 |
| Other theft | 6 |
| Burglary | 5 |
| Other crime | 3 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 167 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Requires improvement — 30 Mar 2023 |
| Charles Darwin Community Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 7 Apr 2011 |
| Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College | Other | 0.5 miles | — (No rating) |
| Victoria Road Primary School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 9 Jun 2024 |
| Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School | Primary | 0.7 miles | Good — 14 Jun 2022 |
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- Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).
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