# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (CW12 3LY) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 120 BIDDULPH ROAD, CONGLETON CW12 3LY | | Price | £700,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | F | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1950-1966 | | Floor area | 135 m² | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** E - **Potential rating:** D - **Expiry date:** 11/03/2036 - **Current heating cost:** £4,170/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £45,730 ### Recommendations - W1 (£5,000 - £10,000) - W2 (£5,000 - £10,000) - C (£20 - £40) - Z1 (£5,000 - £30,000) - X (£3,600 - £4,800) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9128-3060-9207-7846-0204) ## Description A DISTINCTIVE PERIOD HOME WITH OUTSTANDING DEVELOPMENT POTENTIALSet within one of Mossley’s most desirable positions, directly opposite the rolling greens of Mossley Golf Course, this substantial detached residence presents a truly exceptional opportunity. Resting on an impressive, mature plot and benefitting from OUTLINE PLANNING PERMISSION to create a NEW FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED HOME with private driveway in the rear garden, this is a rare chance for the discerning developer or visionary homeowner to bring an exciting project to life.The existing property, rich in character and period charm, offers generous accommodation arranged over two floors. The ground floor features a welcoming Hall, elegant Lounge, formal Dining Room, spacious Dining Kitchen, Utility Cupboard and W.C. off the Rear Lobby. Upstairs, the Landing leads to FOUR WELL-PROPORTIONED BEDROOMS—one with shower and wash hand basin—together with a Separate W.C., Bathroom and a valuable Walk-in Store.Externally, the home is set well back from the road, framed by expansive lawned gardens to the front, side and rear. A long driveway to the left side leads down to a LARGE DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE, offering excellent storage or workshop potential. The scale of the plot, combined with its prime location, creates a compelling canvas for redevelopment or enhancement.Perfectly positioned for families and professionals alike, the property is moments from Hightown’s amenities and just around the corner from a well-regarded primary school—an enviable blend of convenience and tranquillity.For full planning details, please visit Cheshire East’s planning portal and search Application 24/2273C, which outlines the standard conditions required when applying for full planning permission. ## Property Photos - ![ELEVATED FRONT](/listings/photos/173864531/724846) - ELEVATED FRONT - ![AERIAL PLOT](/listings/photos/173864531/724847) - AERIAL PLOT - ![FRONT](/listings/photos/173864531/724848) - FRONT - ![ELEVATED FRONT](/listings/photos/173864531/724849) - ELEVATED FRONT - ![LOUNGE](/listings/photos/173864531/724850) - LOUNGE - ![AERIAL](/listings/photos/173864531/724851) - AERIAL - ![FRONT](/listings/photos/173864531/724852) - FRONT - ![FRONT](/listings/photos/173864531/724853) - FRONT - ![FRONT](/listings/photos/173864531/724854) - FRONT - ![FRONT](/listings/photos/173864531/724855) - FRONT - ![REAR](/listings/photos/173864531/724856) - REAR - ![REAR](/listings/photos/173864531/724857) - REAR - ![REAR](/listings/photos/173864531/724858) - REAR - ![REAR](/listings/photos/173864531/724859) - REAR - ![ELEVATED REAR](/listings/photos/173864531/724860) - ELEVATED REAR - ![ELEVATED REAR](/listings/photos/173864531/724861) - ELEVATED REAR - ![HALL](/listings/photos/173864531/724862) - HALL - ![HALL](/listings/photos/173864531/724863) - HALL - ![LOUNGE](/listings/photos/173864531/724864) - LOUNGE - ![DINING ROOM](/listings/photos/173864531/724865) - DINING ROOM - ![DINING ROOM](/listings/photos/173864531/724866) - DINING ROOM - ![KITCHEN](/listings/photos/173864531/724867) - KITCHEN - ![KITCHEN](/listings/photos/173864531/724868) - KITCHEN - ![KITCHEN](/listings/photos/173864531/724870) - KITCHEN - ![REAR LOBBY/W.C](/listings/photos/173864531/724873) - REAR LOBBY/W.C - ![FIRST FLOOR LANDING](/listings/photos/173864531/724876) - FIRST FLOOR LANDING - ![FIRST FLOOR LANDING](/listings/photos/173864531/724879) - FIRST FLOOR LANDING - ![BEDROOM 1](/listings/photos/173864531/724882) - BEDROOM 1 - ![BEDROOM 1](/listings/photos/173864531/724885) - BEDROOM 1 - ![BEDROOM 2](/listings/photos/173864531/724888) - BEDROOM 2 - ![BEDROOM 3](/listings/photos/173864531/724891) - BEDROOM 3 - ![BEDROOM 3](/listings/photos/173864531/724893) - BEDROOM 3 - ![BEDROOM 4](/listings/photos/173864531/724896) - BEDROOM 4 - ![BEDROOM 4](/listings/photos/173864531/724899) - BEDROOM 4 - ![BATHROOM](/listings/photos/173864531/724901) - BATHROOM - ![Photo 46](/listings/photos/173864531/724904) - Photo 46 ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/173864531/724907) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Link](/listings/photos/173864531/724910) - EPC Link - ![Energy Performance Certificate](/listings/photos/173864531/724912) - Energy Performance Certificate ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 42 BOUNDARY LANE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3JA | £265,000 | 17/12/2024 | Detached | | 50A BOUNDARY LANE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3JA | £380,000 | 08/11/2024 | Detached | | 3 ABBOTTS CLOSE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3JD | £250,000 | 21/06/2024 | Detached | | 39 BOUNDARY LANE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3JA | £380,000 | 30/11/2023 | Detached | | GREYSTONES BOUNDARY LANE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3JA | £685,000 | 12/05/2023 | Detached | | 25 WOBURN DRIVE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3SS | £324,000 | 31/01/2023 | Detached | | 11 ROSEVILLE DRIVE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3LU | £542,500 | 11/08/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 144 BIDDULPH ROAD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3LY | £340,000 | 04/08/2022 | Detached | | MOSSLEY HALL THE BRAMBLES BIDDULPH ROAD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3LZ | £495,000 | 07/07/2022 | Detached | | 66 BOUNDARY LANE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3JA | £290,000 | 18/05/2022 | Detached | | 78 BOUNDARY LANE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3JA | £350,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached | | CRAIG HOUSE READES LANE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3LL | £425,000 | 17/03/2022 | Detached | | 18 PRIORY CLOSE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3JL | £380,000 | 10/03/2022 | Detached | | 67 BOUNDARY LANE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3JF | £410,000 | 21/01/2022 | Detached | | 14 WOBURN DRIVE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3SS | £415,000 | 12/11/2021 | Detached | | 8 TRINITY PLACE, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 3JB | £219,500 | 10/09/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £340,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £387,400 (15 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £429,200 (89 Detached, CW12, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +63.1% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £881/mo - **Realistic:** £979/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,077/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Oldham & Rochdale (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £947/mo ## 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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | [Quayside, Congleton, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/6cdc68b) | £1,600/mo | 4 | 1.1 miles | Rightmove | | [Lewis Way, Congleton](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/b657197) | £1,700/mo | 4 | 1.39 miles | Rightmove | | [Walfield Avenue, Congleton, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/4d4293e) | £2,200/mo | 4 | 2.04 miles | Rightmove | | [Hillside Farmhouse, Cloudside, Congleton, CW12 3QG](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/afe1a0f) | £2,000/mo | 4 | 2.17 miles | Rightmove | | [Loachbrook Farm Way, Somerford, Congleton CW12 4BF](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/e0a9092) | £1,500/mo | 4 | 3.06 miles | Rightmove | | [Chelford Road, Somerford, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/1478f53) | £2,995/mo | 4 | 3.36 miles | Rightmove | **Average rent: £1,999/mo (6 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.26% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £231,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £185,000 *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 OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,850/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 3.2% - **Cost-to-rent:** 31.5× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-1,117/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -6.6% *Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − 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).* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £5,185/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 20.5% - **10y growth:** 54.3% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 1.6% - **5y growth (index):** 23.6% - **10y growth (index):** 51.5% ## 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)