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7 PLOVER CLOSE

PRESTON, COTTAM, LANCASHIRE PR4 0QY

3 beds 2 baths 80 m² Listed 13 Dec 2024 (-549d)

£274,950

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Front External Lounge/Dining Room Kitchen Garden Porch Lounge Lounge Lounge/Dining Room Lounge/Dining Room Kitchen Kitchen WC Entrance Hall Landing Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Master Ensuite Master Ensuite Bedroom Two Bedroom Two Bedroom Three Family Bathroom Family Bathroom Garden Communal Pond Communal Green

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

80 m²

Council tax band

D

Last sold

£275,000 May 2025

Local average

£394,228 (-30.3%)

Street crime

45 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Three Bedroom
  • Detached
  • NO ONWARDS CHAIN
  • Sought After Location
  • Close To Amenities
  • Must Be Viewed
  • EPC Rating A
  • Approx 961 SQ FT

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

Ben Rose Estate Agents are pleased to present to market this delightful three-bedroom detached home located in a tranquil cul-de-sac in the sought-after area of Cottam, Preston. Perfectly suited for families, this property is being presented with NO ONWARDS CHAIN and offers a harmonious blend of modern living and practicality. The home is ideally situated just a short drive from Preston town centre, boasting excellent travel connections via nearby train stations and easy access to the M6 and M61 motorways. With local amenities, schools, and picturesque green spaces within walking distance, this property provides an exceptional living experience. Viewing at your earliest convenience is highly recommended to avoid disappointment.

Upon entering the property, you are welcomed by a spacious entrance porch, leading directly into the inviting lounge. The lounge, set in an open-plan layout with the dining room, features a striking media wall complete with an electric fireplace, offering a cozy focal point. The generous space accommodates a large sofa set, perfect for relaxing. Flowing into the dining area, there is ample room for a family-sized table, with patio doors leading to the rear garden. These doors are fitted with reflective screens for added privacy. The modern kitchen, seamlessly connected to the dining space, boasts NEFF appliances, integrated dishwasher, washing machine, hob, double oven, and fridge freezer, along with plentiful worktop space. The ground floor is finished with stunning solid oak flooring throughout, and a convenient downstairs WC is accessed from the lounge.

Heading upstairs, the first floor reveals three beautifully proportioned bedrooms, including two spacious doubles. The master bedroom benefits from a contemporary three-piece ensuite shower room, while the other bedrooms are serviced by a modern family bathroom with an over-the-bath shower. A generous open landing adds to the feeling of space, and the master bedroom and third bedroom enjoy serene views of the communal green and pond to the front. The home also features a fully boarded loft with a pull-down ladder, ideal for additional storage or potential future use.

Externally, the property is equally impressive. The driveway provides off-road parking for two cars and leads to a single integral garage, which offers the potential to be converted into additional living space if desired. The rear garden is a true highlight, featuring a south-facing aspect, composite decking, a landscaped lawn, and a patio area, all enclosed by tall fencing for privacy. The property benefits from solar panels, enhancing energy efficiency. The front of the home enjoys a picturesque setting, not overlooked, with a view of the communal pond and green space.

This charming home perfectly combines modern convenience with a peaceful, family-friendly location, offering everything you need for comfortable and stylish living.

Listed by

Longton

Ben Rose

Reference: 155934395

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floor Plan

Floor Plan

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EE Rating

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Price history

15% since 2022

Event Date Price % change
Sold 16/05/2025 (1 year ago) £275,000 +14.6%
Sold 16/12/2022 (3 years ago) £239,995

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
225 HOYLES LANE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0LD £585,000 11/12/2025 Detached
257 HOYLES LANE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0LD £750,000 20/11/2025 Detached
122 BUCKTHORN DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0PW £275,000 04/07/2025 Detached
72 CHELTENHAM CRESCENT, LIGHTFOOT GREEN, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0FJ £289,500 27/08/2024 Detached
70 CHELTENHAM CRESCENT, LIGHTFOOT GREEN, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0FJ £310,000 26/06/2023 Detached
Same street 1 PLOVER CLOSE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0QY £312,995 26/05/2023 Detached
100 BUCKTHORN DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0PW £355,750 28/04/2023 Detached
Same street 3 PLOVER CLOSE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0QY £339,995 21/04/2023 Detached
Same street 2 PLOVER CLOSE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0QY £280,995 21/04/2023 Detached
Same street 6 PLOVER CLOSE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0QY £179,196 14/04/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 5 PLOVER CLOSE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0QY £171,996 14/04/2023 Semi-detached
126 BUCKTHORN DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0PW £267,750 14/04/2023 Detached
Same street 11 PLOVER CLOSE, COTTAM, PRESTON, RIBBLE VALLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0QY £312,995 17/02/2023 Detached
Same street 12 PLOVER CLOSE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0QY £221,995 10/02/2023 Semi-detached
102 BUCKTHORN DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0PW £426,750 03/02/2023 Detached
Same street 8 PLOVER CLOSE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0QY £279,995 27/01/2023 Detached
Same street 9 PLOVER CLOSE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0QY £279,995 23/01/2023 Detached
28 CHELTENHAM CRESCENT, LIGHTFOOT GREEN, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0FJ £301,500 21/12/2022 Detached
106 BUCKTHORN DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0PW £334,750 16/12/2022 Detached
3 ASHDENE COURT, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0GX £330,000 10/12/2022 Detached
2 ASHDENE COURT, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0GX £290,000 10/12/2022 Detached
270 HOYLES LANE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0LD £330,000 10/12/2022 Detached
1 ASHDENE COURT, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0GX £310,000 10/12/2022 Detached
270A HOYLES LANE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0LD £330,000 09/12/2022 Detached
104 BUCKTHORN DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0PW £259,750 01/12/2022 Detached
96 BUCKTHORN DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0PW £365,750 28/11/2022 Detached
98 BUCKTHORN DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0PW £252,750 04/11/2022 Detached
94 BUCKTHORN DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0PW £364,750 04/11/2022 Detached
286 HOYLES LANE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0LD £257,500 14/10/2022 Detached

Street average: £264,462 (9 sales)

Area average: £349,325 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 18.5%
10y growth 27.9%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): North West. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 1.1%
5y (index) 22.5%
10y (index) 56.4%

Rental Range

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

Low £856/mo
Realistic £951/mo
Optimistic £1,046/mo

Based on Postcode area PR → North West.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Central Lancs: £648/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Cottam adj Sidgreaves Lane 0.1 miles
Bus stop Cottam by Hoyles Lane East 0.1 miles
Shop Spar 0.4 miles
University Westleigh Conference Centre 0.4 miles
Shop Co-op Food 0.5 miles
Train station Salwick 1.8 miles
Train station Preston Riverside 1.9 miles
Hospital Royal Preston Hospital 2.8 miles
Hospital Greater Lancashire Hospital 2.9 miles
University University of Lancashire 2.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 20
Other theft 7
Anti-social behaviour 6
Criminal damage and arson 3
Other crime 3
Public order 2
Shoplifting 2
Burglary 1
Vehicle crime 1
Total incidents 45

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
Lea Neeld's Endowed Church of England Primary School Primary 0.2 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
Cottam Primary School Primary 0.5 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
Ashton Primary School Primary 1.0 miles Good — 31 Oct 2012
St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Good — 25 Jun 2015
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Ingol, Preston Primary 1.1 miles Good — 15 May 2023

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.35%
Max investor price (0.8%) £118,875
Target investor price (1%) £95,100
  • 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).