Sold STC Semi-detached

25 VISTA WAY

NEWTON-LE-WILLOWS, MERSEYSIDE WA12 9FF

3 beds 1 baths 70 m² Listed 1 May 2025 (-405d)

£227,500

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

70 m²

Council tax band

A

Last sold

£225,000 Nov 2025

Local average

£195,222 (+16.5%)

Deprivation

Decile 3 (7,024 of 33,755)

Street crime

157 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • 3 Bed Semi Detached
  • Hallway, Living Room
  • Dining Room & Kitchen
  • Landing, Main 3 Piece Bathroom
  • Newly Designed Garden with Wooden Cabin with Power Supply
  • Corner Plot, Driveway, Garage and Front Garden
  • No Chain & Freehold
  • Council Tax Band - A

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Broadband
ADSL copper wire
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes
Listed property
No
Restrictions
No
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

Welcome to your future cosy nest! This lovely 3-bedroom semi-detached house is the perfect blend of comfort and style, situated on a corner plot ensuring a feeling of space and privacy that is hard to come by in today's bustling world.

Step inside and be greeted by a welcoming hallway, leading you to a spacious living room where you can unwind and relax after a long day. The adjacent dining room and kitchen are ideal for entertaining friends and family or enjoying a home-cooked meal in peace.

Upstairs, you'll find a well-appointed landing that leads to three bedrooms, providing ample space for a growing family or accommodating guests. The main three-piece bathroom is tastefully designed and offers a tranquil sanctuary for your daily routines.

One of the standout features of this property is the newly designed garden, a true gem that seamlessly blends nature and modern living. Picture yourself enjoying a morning coffee on the wooden cabin's porch, surrounded by lush greenery and the peaceful sounds of nature. Plus, with a power supply in the cabin, the possibilities of this outdoor space are endless!

Outside, the property boasts a driveway and a front garden, adding convenience and charm to your every-day life. Say goodbye to scrambling for parking spots and hello to the ease of having your own dedicated space right at your doorstep.

For added peace of mind, this property comes with no chain, making the buying process as smooth as possible. And with freehold status, you'll have full control and ownership over your slice of paradise.

Located in Council Tax Band A, this property not only offers a comfortable and inviting living space but also provides practicality and affordability in terms of ongoing expenses.

Don't miss the chance to make this house your home sweet home. Embrace the warmth and character of this property and start creating lasting memories in a place you'll cherish for years to come. So, what are you waiting for? Your dream home awaits!
EPC Rating: D

Listed by

Newton-le-Willows

Ashtons Estate Agency

Reference: 87137979

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

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FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #8025283

Property Details

Street: 25 Vista Way

Town: NEWTON-LE-WILLOWS

Postcode: WA12 9FF

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 14/03/2011

Work Completed: 14/02/2011

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

275% since 2000

Event Date Price % change
Sold 28/11/2025 (6 months ago) £225,000 +275.3%
Sold 29/09/2000 (25 years ago) £59,950

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
21 SEFTON STREET, NEWTON-LE-WILLOWS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA12 9HT £190,000 04/09/2025 Semi-detached
20 YEW TREE AVENUE, NEWTON-LE-WILLOWS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA12 9YJ £220,000 11/08/2023 Semi-detached
53 COOPER AVENUE, NEWTON-LE-WILLOWS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA12 9HW £167,000 05/04/2023 Semi-detached
121 VISTA ROAD, NEWTON-LE-WILLOWS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA12 9EF £230,500 25/11/2022 Semi-detached
21 COOPER AVENUE, NEWTON-LE-WILLOWS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA12 9HW £200,000 28/10/2022 Semi-detached
100 VISTA ROAD, NEWTON-LE-WILLOWS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA12 9EH £165,000 07/06/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 32 VISTA WAY, NEWTON-LE-WILLOWS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA12 9FF £249,000 19/05/2022 Terraced
98 VISTA ROAD, NEWTON-LE-WILLOWS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA12 9EH £250,000 06/05/2022 Semi-detached
12 VISTA AVENUE, NEWTON-LE-WILLOWS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA12 9EJ £170,000 01/04/2022 Semi-detached
10 RUSHY VIEW, NEWTON-LE-WILLOWS, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA12 9FG £170,000 11/02/2022 Semi-detached

Street average: £249,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £195,833 (9 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -2.3%
10y growth 28%

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

1y (index) 4.5%
5y (index) 32.4%
10y (index) 80.1%

Rental Range

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

Low £704/mo
Realistic £782/mo
Optimistic £860/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → St. Helens.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Kendal: £773/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop CROW LANE WEST/HEATHER BRAE 0.1 miles
Bus stop CROW LANE WEST/CLARENCE ST 0.1 miles
Shop Londis 0.1 miles
Shop Stefhen Bell Motors LTD. 0.1 miles
Train station Earlestown 0.6 miles
Hospital Newton Community Hospital 0.9 miles
Train station Newton-le-Willows 1.5 miles
Hospital Hollins Park 2.6 miles
University University of Chester - Warrington Campus 5.0 miles
University Liverpool Hope University 11.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 61
Shoplifting 18
Public order 17
Anti-social behaviour 16
Vehicle crime 11
Criminal damage and arson 10
Drugs 7
Other theft 6
Other crime 5
Burglary 4
Bicycle theft 1
Possession of weapons 1
Total incidents 157

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
Lyme Community Primary School Primary 0.3 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
The District CofE Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 1 Dec 2021
St Mary's Catholic Junior Academy Primary 0.5 miles Requires improvement — 23 Jan 2023
St Mary's Catholic Infant Academy Primary 0.6 miles Requires improvement — 21 Sep 2022
Willow Bank School Other 0.7 miles Good — 24 Mar 2016

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 Detached House, Legh Street, WA12 £950/mo 3 0.35 miles OpenRent
3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Common Road, WA12 £1,300/mo 3 0.39 miles OpenRent
3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Common Road, WA12 £1,350/mo 3 0.39 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,200/mo (3 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.57%
Max investor price (0.8%) £162,500
Target investor price (1%) £130,000
Gross yield 6.9%
Cost-to-rent ratio 14.6×
Monthly cashflow £249/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 4.5%
  • 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).