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6 BIRCH LEA CLOSE

BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER BL9 9RZ

3 beds 1 baths 78 m² Listed 4 Sep 2025 (-322d)

£200,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

78 m²

Council tax band

B

EPC rating

D

Last sold

£185,000 Feb 2026

Price per m²

£2,564/m²

Local average

£182,218 (+9.8%)

Deprivation

Decile 4 (11,062 of 33,755)

Street crime

2 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • MID TERRACE PROPERTY
  • THREE BEDROOMS
  • IMMACULATELY PRESENTED
  • FREEHOLD
  • CUL-DE-SAC
  • CLOSE TO LOCAL AMENITIES
  • EASY ACCESS TO TRANSPORT LINKS
  • NO ONWARD CHAIN

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Garden
Yes
Flooded in last 5 years
No

Description

Welcome to this charming terraced house located on Birch Lea Close in Bury. This immaculately presented property boasts three bedrooms, making it an ideal home for families or those seeking extra space. The inviting reception room offers a warm and comfortable area for relaxation and entertaining guests.
The house features a modern bathroom, ensuring convenience for daily routines. The property is situated in a peaceful cul-de-sac, providing a tranquil environment while still being close to local amenities and transport links.
One of the standout features of this home is that it comes with no onward chain, allowing for a smooth and efficient purchasing process. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to move into a lovely area without the hassle of lengthy delays.
In summary, this delightful terraced house on Birch Lea Close is a perfect blend of comfort and convenience, making it a must-see for prospective buyers. Don't miss your chance to make this wonderful property your new home. No chain

Tenure - Freehold
EPC - tbc
Council Tax - B

Lounge - 3.60 x 5.64 m - A spacious and welcoming lounge area featuring light wood-effect flooring and wallpaper adorned with a subtle hot air balloon motif. This room benefits from generous natural light through a set of French doors that open out onto the rear garden. A staircase with wooden balustrades leads to the upper floor, while a gas fire serves as an inviting focal point. The lounge offers ample space for comfortable seating and is ideal for both relaxing and entertaining.

Breakfast/Kitchen/Living Area - 3.23 x 5.61 m - An open-plan kitchen and breakfast area featuring a range of traditional wooden units with contrasting worktops and tiled splashbacks. The kitchen comes equipped with a freestanding cooker, an integrated wine rack, and a black fridge freezer. A central breakfast bar extends into the space, providing a casual dining spot. The room is naturally bright thanks to a large window. Light wood-style flooring complements the overall warm feel of the room.

Landing - 3.09 x 1.04 m - This landing area provides access to the first-floor rooms and features a carpeted floor that continues up the stairs. There is built in storage & airing cupboard and loft access with pull down ladder.

Bedroom One - 2.84 x 3.58 m - The main bedroom is a cosy and well-lit room with light wood-effect flooring and fitted wardrobes that extend across one wall and above the bed, offering ample storage. A window faces the rear.

Bedroom Two - 3.43 x 2.98 m - A comfortable second bedroom with a window overlooking the front. The room is carpeted in a soft grey and has a calm, neutral palette on the walls, making it a flexible space for guests or children.

Bedroom Three - 1.85 x 2.51 m - A smaller third bedroom, carpeted in grey and featuring a window with white blinds that lets in plenty of natural light. The room is ideal for use as a child’s bedroom, guest room, or study area.

Shower Room - 1.79 x 1.92 m - A practical and well-appointed bathroom with tiled walls in a neutral cream shade and a patterned floor. It features a corner shower with a glass sliding door, a modern white vanity unit with storage beneath the basin, and a close-coupled WC. A frosted window allows natural light while maintaining privacy.

Rear Garden - A neat and private rear garden paved throughout, enclosed by white painted brick walls and wooden fencing. The garden provides an easy-to-maintain outdoor space with a gate for access, featuring some charming planted pots and a small shelf mounted on the wall, perfect for herbs or small plants.

Front Exterior - The front exterior presents a traditional mid-terrace brick home with a tidy lawn and shrubbery. A paved path runs up to the front door, and the property is set within a quiet residential close with neighbouring homes in a similar style.

Listed by

Bury

Pearson Ferrier

Reference: 166598840

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 08/09/2025

Expiry date: 07/09/2035

Current heating cost: £907/year

Potential heating cost: £692/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £17,700

Recommendations

  • Cavity wall insulation (£900 - £1,500)
  • Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floor Plan

Floor Plan

Price history

Event Date Price % change
Sold 16/02/2026 (5 months ago) £185,000

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
Same street 8 BIRCH LEA CLOSE, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9RZ £170,000 26/11/2025 Terraced
241 MANCHESTER ROAD, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HJ £146,000 30/04/2025 Terraced
11 BEECHFIELD DRIVE, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9QT £240,000 24/11/2023 Terraced
Same street 18 BIRCH LEA CLOSE, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9RZ £283,000 27/10/2023 Detached
6 HANDLEY STREET, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HY £162,000 31/08/2023 Terraced
39 HEATON FOLD, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HF £118,000 10/07/2023 Terraced
80 HORNE STREET, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HS £139,500 30/06/2023 Terraced
Same street 11 BIRCH LEA CLOSE, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9RZ £247,000 27/06/2023 Detached
21 HANDLEY STREET, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HY £140,000 22/12/2022 Terraced
19 HANDLEY STREET, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HY £140,000 14/12/2022 Terraced
122 BRIERLEY STREET, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HN £153,000 07/11/2022 Terraced
118 BRIERLEY STREET, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HN £163,000 28/10/2022 Terraced
20 HANDLEY STREET, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HY £124,500 30/09/2022 Terraced
231 MANCHESTER ROAD, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HJ £220,000 24/06/2022 Terraced
Same street 24 BIRCH LEA CLOSE, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9RZ £155,000 28/04/2022 Detached
110 BRIERLEY STREET, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HN £142,000 25/03/2022 Terraced
Same street 9 BIRCH LEA CLOSE, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9RZ £215,000 17/03/2022 Detached
93 DEVON STREET, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HT £130,000 25/02/2022 Terraced
89 HORNE STREET, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HS £141,000 18/01/2022 Terraced
10 BANKFIELD MEWS, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HQ £245,000 04/01/2022 Terraced
68 DEVON STREET, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HT £123,000 15/12/2021 Terraced
23 HANDLEY STREET, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HY £115,500 23/11/2021 Terraced
8 WHELAN CLOSE, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9QH £160,000 29/10/2021 Terraced
61 HORNE STREET, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HS £143,000 28/10/2021 Terraced
1 GIGG LANE, BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, BL9 9HP £110,000 06/10/2021 Terraced

Street average: £214,000 (5 sales)

Area average: £152,775 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 8.5%
10y growth 85.8%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Bury. Series: Terraced. As of April 2026.

1y (index) 1.3%
5y (index) 22%
10y (index) 73.8%

Rental Range

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

Low £870/mo
Realistic £967/mo
Optimistic £1,064/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Bury.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Bolton and Bury: £698/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Manchester Road/Redvales Road 0.1 miles
Shop Unknown 0.2 miles
Train station Bury, Bolton Street 1.0 miles
Train station Burrs Country Park Halt 2.2 miles
University University of Bolton Orlando Village Residence 5.4 miles
University University of Greater Manchester 5.9 miles
Hospital Bolton Hospice 6.1 miles
Hospital Salford Gastric Bypass Surgery 6.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Other theft 1
Violence and sexual offences 1
Total incidents 2

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
St Luke's CofE Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Good — 16 May 2012
St Peter's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 14 Dec 2021
Holy Cross College Other 0.4 miles (No rating)
Bury Church of England High School Secondary 0.6 miles Requires improvement — 19 Oct 2023
The Derby High School Secondary 0.6 miles Good — 4 Dec 2014

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
3 Bed Terraced House, Brierley St, BL9 £1,950/mo 3 0.4 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,950/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.98%
Max investor price (0.8%) £243,750
Target investor price (1%) £195,000
Gross yield 11.7%
Cost-to-rent ratio 8.5×
Monthly cashflow £942/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 19.5%
  • 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).