# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (PR4 5ZS) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 7 THE MALTINGS, PRESTON, LONGTON, LANCASHIRE PR4 5ZS | | Price | £344,950 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | D | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1967-1975 | | Floor area | 108 m² | | Last sold | £325,000 Nov 2025 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 20/03/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £1,512/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £15,915 ### Recommendations - B (£500 - £1,500) - W2 (£4,000 - £6,000) - E (£15) - G (£350 - £450) - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2597-3048-1207-3125-2200) ## Description Ben Rose Estate Agents are pleased to present to market this four-bedroom, detached family home, situated in a highly sought-after cul-de-sac in the heart of Longton, Lancashire. This charming property is offered with NO ONWARD CHAIN and provides an ideal blank canvas for buyers to put their own stamp on. Longton is a desirable village known for its excellent amenities, including local shops, cafes, and reputable schools, making it perfect for families. The property also benefits from fantastic travel links, with easy access to the M6 and M65 motorways, while Preston city centre and nearby towns such as Penwortham and Leyland are just a short drive away. Regular bus services connect the area to surrounding villages and the city, adding further convenience. As you step through the front door, you're welcomed into a spacious reception hall with the convenience of a WC located under the stairs. The sizeable lounge at the front of the home boasts a feature fireplace, creating a cosy atmosphere. This space seamlessly opens into the adjoining dining room, which enjoys views over the rear garden through sliding patio doors, allowing for plenty of natural light. The kitchen, located towards the rear of the home, is fitted with ample cupboard space and features a charming stable-style door that opens out to the garden, enhancing the connection between indoor and outdoor living. Moving to the first floor, you'll find four well-proportioned bedrooms. The master bedroom benefits from an integrated wardrobe, offering ample storage space. The remaining three bedrooms provide versatility, perfect for accommodating a growing family or creating a home office. The three-piece family bathroom, comprising a bath with an overhead shower, a washbasin, and a WC, completes the upper floor. Externally, the property features a generous driveway with space for up to three cars, leading to a single detached garage located towards the rear. The front garden is well-maintained, adding to the home’s kerb appeal. To the rear, the private garden offers a peaceful retreat, with a central lawn surrounded by mature borders and a patio area ideal for outdoor entertaining. This lovely property, with its prime location and excellent potential, would make a fantastic family home. ## Property Photos - ![Front External](/listings/photos/159806774/1016747) - Front External - ![Lounge/Dining Room](/listings/photos/159806774/1016748) - Lounge/Dining Room - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/159806774/1016749) - Kitchen - ![Garden](/listings/photos/159806774/1016750) - Garden - ![Entrance Hall](/listings/photos/159806774/1016751) - Entrance Hall - ![Lounge/Dining Room](/listings/photos/159806774/1016752) - Lounge/Dining Room - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/159806774/1016753) - Lounge - ![Dining Room/Lounge](/listings/photos/159806774/1016754) - Dining Room/Lounge - ![Dining Room](/listings/photos/159806774/1016755) - Dining Room - ![Dining Room/Lounge](/listings/photos/159806774/1016756) - Dining Room/Lounge - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/159806774/1016757) - Kitchen - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/159806774/1016758) - Kitchen - ![Entrance Hall](/listings/photos/159806774/1016759) - Entrance Hall - ![WC](/listings/photos/159806774/1016760) - WC - ![Landing](/listings/photos/159806774/1016761) - Landing - ![Master Bedroom](/listings/photos/159806774/1016762) - Master Bedroom - ![Master Bedroom](/listings/photos/159806774/1016763) - Master Bedroom - ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/159806774/1016764) - Bedroom Two - ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/159806774/1016765) - Bedroom Two - ![Bedroom Three](/listings/photos/159806774/1016766) - Bedroom Three - ![Bedroom Four](/listings/photos/159806774/1016767) - Bedroom Four - ![Bedroom Four](/listings/photos/159806774/1016768) - Bedroom Four - ![Landing](/listings/photos/159806774/1016769) - Landing - ![Family Bathroom](/listings/photos/159806774/1016770) - Family Bathroom - ![Garden](/listings/photos/159806774/1016771) - Garden - ![Garden](/listings/photos/159806774/1016772) - Garden ## Floorplans - ![Floor Plan](/listings/photos/159806774/1016773) - Floor Plan ## EPC Graphs - ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/159806774/1016774) - EE Rating ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 7 THE MALTINGS, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5ZS | £325,000 | 11/11/2025 | Detached | | 7 THE MALTINGS, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5ZS | £92,500 | 11/06/1999 | Detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 1 ASPENDALE CLOSE, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5LJ | £415,000 | 21/03/2025 | Detached | | [Same street] 23 THE MALTINGS, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5ZS | £267,500 | 31/08/2023 | Detached | | 7 ORCHARD LANE, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5AX | £500,000 | 02/12/2022 | Detached | | 6 CHESTNUT CRESCENT, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5ZN | £400,000 | 04/11/2022 | Detached | | 8 ASH GROVE, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5ZR | £325,000 | 29/09/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 34 THE MALTINGS, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5ZS | £405,250 | 21/09/2022 | Detached | | 140 LIVERPOOL ROAD, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5AU | £250,000 | 30/08/2022 | Detached | | 5 CHESTNUT CRESCENT, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5ZN | £270,000 | 26/08/2022 | Detached | | 26 ASPENDALE CLOSE, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5LN | £249,750 | 15/08/2022 | Detached | | BANK LODGE, 148 LIVERPOOL ROAD, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5AU | £427,500 | 03/08/2022 | Detached | | 19 STONEFIELD, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5HP | £480,000 | 15/07/2022 | Detached | | 21 STONEFIELD, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5HP | £566,000 | 01/07/2022 | Detached | | 6 CHESTNUT CRESCENT, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5ZN | £250,000 | 04/02/2022 | Detached | | 177B LIVERPOOL ROAD, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5YE | £145,000 | 20/01/2022 | Detached | | 84 ASPENDALE CLOSE, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5LN | £277,500 | 02/12/2021 | Detached | | 83 MARSH LANE, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5ZL | £248,750 | 15/10/2021 | Detached | | 1 RIVER VIEW COURT, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5DN | £380,000 | 24/09/2021 | Detached | | 18 ASPENDALE CLOSE, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5LN | £274,950 | 13/09/2021 | Detached | | 2 RIVER VIEW COURT, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5DN | £360,000 | 10/09/2021 | Detached | | 2 MERCHANTS FOLD, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5YF | £260,000 | 31/08/2021 | Detached | | 32 FORMBY CRESCENT, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5YN | £417,000 | 27/08/2021 | Detached | | 42 ASPENDALE CLOSE, LONGTON, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR4 5LN | £222,000 | 25/08/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £336,375 (2 sales) **Area average:** £335,923 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £391,224 (153 Detached, PR4, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -11.8% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (South Ribble). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £714/mo - **Realistic:** £793/mo - **Optimistic:** £872/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Central Lancs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £922/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.23% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £99,125 - **Target investor price (1%):** £79,300 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £3,194/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 11.6% - **10y growth:** 36.7% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for South Ribble; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 1.6% - **5y growth (index):** 23.4% - **10y growth (index):** 40.5% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)