Sold STC Semi-detached

3 LAPWING GROVE

LEYLAND, FARINGTON MOSS, LANCASHIRE PR26 6AR

2 beds 1 baths 1,001 sq ft Listed 27 Nov 2024 (-565d)

£190,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

93 m²

Council tax band

B

Last sold

£195,000 Mar 2025

Price per m²

£2,043/m²

Local average

£237,072 (-19.9%)

Street crime

43 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Two Bedroom
  • Semi Detached
  • First Time Buyers
  • Off Road Parking
  • Close To Amenities
  • Must Be Viewed
  • EPC Rating B
  • Approx 624 SQ FT

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

Ben Rose Estate Agents are pleased to present to market this beautifully finished two-bedroom semi-detached property located in the heart of Farington Moss, Leyland. Perfect for first-time buyers, this charming home offers a wonderful opportunity to get onto the property ladder. The property is ideally situated just a short drive from Leyland town centre, with its excellent schools, supermarkets, and a wide range of amenities. For commuters, the home boasts excellent travel links, with nearby bus routes and easy access to the M6 and M61 motorways, while Preston City Centre is also within convenient reach. Early viewing is highly recommended to avoid disappointment.

Stepping into the ground floor, you are greeted by a welcoming entrance hall that provides access to the stairs and the kitchen/breakfast room. The modern kitchen is spacious and well-equipped, featuring ample wall and base units, integrated appliances including a fridge freezer and hob/oven, and a breakfast bar that comfortably seats two. From here, you’ll find access to the lounge and a convenient downstairs WC. The entire ground floor benefits from stylish and durable LVT flooring, adding a contemporary touch and ensuring easy maintenance. The lounge, located at the rear of the home, is generously sized and filled with natural light thanks to the patio doors that lead to the garden. This room offers plenty of space for a large sofa set and additional furnishings, creating a perfect area for relaxation or entertaining.

Moving to the first floor, the property boasts two double bedrooms, both finished to a high standard. The master bedroom features two integrated storage cupboards, providing excellent wardrobe space. The modern family bathroom comprises a three-piece suite with an over-the-bath shower, and completes this floor

Externally, to the front, a driveway provides off-road parking for two cars, with the addition of gated side access leading to the rear. The south-facing garden is a fantastic feature, offering a good-sized, low-maintenance outdoor space. Lined with tall fencing for privacy, the garden includes a resin patio area and easy-to-maintain lawn, perfect for al fresco dining or summer gatherings.

This beautifully finished home combines modern living with convenience, making it an ideal choice for first-time buyers. Its excellent location and thoughtful design ensure it is ready to move into and enjoy.

Listed by

Leyland

Ben Rose

Reference: 155433401

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Sold 28/03/2025 (1 year ago) £195,000

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
26 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £265,000 20/11/2025 Semi-detached
86 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £92,000 23/10/2025 Semi-detached
Same street 18 LAPWING GROVE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AR £271,695 27/10/2023 Detached
Same street 2 LAPWING GROVE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AR £98,000 25/08/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 19 LAPWING GROVE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AR £219,995 25/08/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 28 LAPWING GROVE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AR £282,995 30/06/2023 Detached
130 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £249,995 16/12/2022 Semi-detached
126 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £177,995 28/10/2022 Semi-detached
124 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £177,995 28/10/2022 Semi-detached
120 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £169,995 28/10/2022 Semi-detached
122 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £169,995 28/10/2022 Semi-detached
116 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £214,995 24/10/2022 Semi-detached
118 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £214,995 24/10/2022 Semi-detached
110 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £208,995 30/08/2022 Semi-detached
104 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £202,995 26/08/2022 Semi-detached
108 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £208,995 26/08/2022 Semi-detached
102 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £202,995 26/08/2022 Semi-detached
96 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £176,967 22/07/2022 Semi-detached
98 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £176,967 22/07/2022 Semi-detached
92 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £176,967 30/06/2022 Semi-detached
94 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £176,967 30/06/2022 Semi-detached
88 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £126,870 30/06/2022 Semi-detached
90 GOLDCREST AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6AP £126,870 30/06/2022 Semi-detached
1 MURRAY AVENUE, FARINGTON MOSS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR26 6PY £240,000 24/06/2022 Semi-detached

Street average: £218,171 (4 sales)

Area average: £187,928 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 11.3%
10y growth 37.7%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): South Ribble. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 4.4%
5y (index) 28.9%
10y (index) 50.6%

Rental Range

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

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

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → South Ribble.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Central Lancs: £573/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Farington Moss by Five Acres 0.2 miles
Bus stop Farington Moss by Fylde Avenue 0.2 miles
Shop Leyland Motor Centre 0.7 miles
Shop AFL Megastore 0.7 miles
Train station Leyland 1.4 miles
Train station Lostock Hall 1.5 miles
University Westleigh Conference Centre 5.1 miles
Hospital Ramsay Fulwood Hall Hospital 5.4 miles
Hospital Greater Lancashire Hospital 5.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 19
Other theft 6
Vehicle crime 5
Criminal damage and arson 4
Burglary 3
Shoplifting 3
Anti-social behaviour 2
Public order 1
Total incidents 43

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
Golden Hill Pupil Referral Unit Other 0.9 miles Outstanding — 31 Oct 2012
Farington Moss St. Paul's C.E. Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Good — 6 Feb 2023
Northbrook Primary Academy Primary 1.1 miles Requires improvement — 9 Jun 2024
Leyland St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Good — 9 Sep 2024
Academy@Worden Secondary 1.2 miles Good — 18 Oct 2012

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
2 Bed Flat, Leyland, PR25 £899/mo 2 0.89 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £899/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.47%
Max investor price (0.8%) £112,375
Target investor price (1%) £89,900
Gross yield 5.7%
Cost-to-rent ratio 17.6×
Monthly cashflow £36/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 0.8%
  • 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).