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17 LOWER NORTHCROFT

PONTEFRACT, SOUTH ELMSALL, WEST YORKSHIRE WF9 2TB

2 beds 1 baths 1,098 sq ft Listed 17 Nov 2025 (-210d)

£280,000

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## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 17 LOWER NORTHCROFT, PONTEFRACT, SOUTH ELMSALL, WEST YORKSHIRE WF9 2TB |
| Price | £280,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | C |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1950-1966 |
| Floor area | 102 m² |
| Last sold | £192,000 May 2007 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 29/12/2035
- **Current heating cost:** £1,212/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £17,895

### Recommendations
- B (£900 - £1,500)
- W1 (£5,000 - £10,000)
- E (£180 - £210)
- U (£8,000 - £10,000)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/4790-7703-0322-7570-3253)

## Description

Offering impressive room proportions and versatile living accommodation, the property features a bright and spacious reception room with large windows, a modern open-plan kitchen and dining area, and two well-sized double bedrooms, all presented in excellent condition throughout.

Externally, the home enjoys a substantial and enclosed garden offering superb privacy, along with driveway parking and a detached garage. The size and layout of the plot provide excellent further potential for extension or development (subject to the relevant consents).

This detached bungalow in South Elmsall occupies a generous and private plot, offering impressive internal space, flexible living options, and excellent potential for further development or extension (subject to the relevant consents).

The property features two exceptionally large double bedrooms, with one including fitted wardrobes, and a stylish family bathroom complete with free-standing bath, separate shower cubicle, heated towel rail, and full tiling for ease of maintenance.

A bright and spacious reception room with large windows provides an inviting space for both relaxation and entertaining, while the open-plan kitchen and dining room benefits from ample natural light, modern worksurfaces, tiled splashbacks, and plenty of storage—a superb layout for everyday living and hosting.

Externally, the home stands on a substantial plot with excellent privacy, offering a well-sized garden ideal for outdoor living, dedicated driveway parking, and a single garage. The size and layout of the plot lend themselves to future extension or development, appealing to families looking to grow or buyers seeking a home with long-term potential.

Positioned in the heart of South Elmsall, the property is within easy reach of local shops, cafés, schools, and green spaces such as Frickley Country Park and Northfield Park, both offering scenic walking routes and outdoor activities.

With South Elmsall train station providing direct links to Leeds and Doncaster, and excellent access to the wider West Yorkshire commuter network, this property combines space, privacy, and potential in a highly sought-after location.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/169400933/618178) - Floorplan

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/169400933/618185) - EPC Rating Graph

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #14639131
- **Address:** 17 Lower Northcroft, South Elmsall, WF9 2TB
- **Certificate Issued:** 13/06/2021
- **Work Completed:** 07/06/2021
- **Items:** 1 window(s)

### FENSA Certificate #14284970
- **Address:** 17 Lower Northcroft, South Elmsall, WF9 2TB
- **Certificate Issued:** 01/11/2020
- **Work Completed:** 26/10/2020
- **Items:** 2 door(s)

### FENSA Certificate #12935225
- **Address:** 17 Lower Northcroft, South Elmsall, WF9 2TB
- **Certificate Issued:** 14/05/2018
- **Work Completed:** 18/04/2018
- **Items:** 3 window(s)

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 17 LOWER NORTHCROFT, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TB | £192,000 | 04/05/2007 | Detached |
| 17 LOWER NORTHCROFT, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TB | £54,000 | 26/02/1999 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| [Same street] 4 LOWER NORTHCROFT, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TB | £275,000 | 12/12/2025 | Detached |
| [Same street] 18 LOWER NORTHCROFT, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TB | £260,000 | 30/04/2025 | Detached |
| [Same street] 21 LOWER NORTHCROFT, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TB | £250,000 | 03/05/2024 | Detached |
| 22 HIGH STREET, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2SJ | £225,000 | 26/05/2023 | Detached |
| [Same street] 11 LOWER NORTHCROFT, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TB | £217,000 | 06/04/2023 | Semi-detached |
| ARCHWAYS HILL FOLD, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2BZ | £500,000 | 03/10/2022 | Detached |
| 17 ASH GROVE, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TE | £316,500 | 29/07/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 25 LOWER NORTHCROFT, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TB | £225,000 | 08/07/2022 | Detached |
| 4 ASH GROVE, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TA | £280,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached |
| 19 ASH GROVE, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TE | £250,000 | 25/03/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 10 LOWER NORTHCROFT, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TB | £220,000 | 30/11/2021 | Detached |
| 58 HIGH STREET, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2SJ | £270,000 | 06/09/2021 | Detached |

**Street average:** £241,167 (6 sales)
**Area average:** £306,917 (6 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £260,148 (32 Detached, WF9, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +7.6%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Wakefield). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £712/mo
- **Realistic:** £791/mo
- **Optimistic:** £870/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Wakefield (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £593/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Whitmore Street, WF9 | £695/mo | 2 | 0.14 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Kenyon Street, WF9 | £695/mo | 2 | 0.17 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Westfield Lane, WF9 | £795/mo | 2 | 0.21 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Church Street, WF9 | £695/mo | 2 | 0.29 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Church St, WF9 | £695/mo | 2 | 0.29 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Church St, WF9 | £695/mo | 2 | 0.29 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £712/mo (6 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.25% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £86,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £69,500

*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 £695/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 3%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 33.6×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-502/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -7.4%

*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:** £2,745/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 2.8%
- **10y growth:** 46.7%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Wakefield; Detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 3%
- **5y growth (index):** 24.2%
- **10y growth (index):** 57.8%

## 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)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

102 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1950-1966

Last sold

£192,000 May 2007

Price per m²

£2,745/m²

Local average

£260,148 (+7.6%)

Deprivation

Decile 1 (2,733 of 33,755)

Street crime

117 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Detached bungalow
Two double bedrooms
Master with built-in wardrobes
Modern bathroom with free-standing bath
Open-plan kitchen with natural light
Separate reception room with large windows
Private garden for outdoor activities
Dedicated parking and single garage
Close to local amenities and schools
Near train station for easy commuting

Additional details

Parking: Garage, Driveway, Off street
Garden: Yes

Description

This well-presented detached bungalow occupies a generous and private plot in a central South Elmsall location, close to local amenities, schools, parks, and excellent transport links to Leeds and Doncaster.

Offering impressive room proportions and versatile living accommodation, the property features a bright and spacious reception room with large windows, a modern open-plan kitchen and dining area, and two well-sized double bedrooms, all presented in excellent condition throughout.

Externally, the home enjoys a substantial and enclosed garden offering superb privacy, along with driveway parking and a detached garage. The size and layout of the plot provide excellent further potential for extension or development (subject to the relevant consents).

This detached bungalow in South Elmsall occupies a generous and private plot, offering impressive internal space, flexible living options, and excellent potential for further development or extension (subject to the relevant consents).

The property features two exceptionally large double bedrooms, with one including fitted wardrobes, and a stylish family bathroom complete with free-standing bath, separate shower cubicle, heated towel rail, and full tiling for ease of maintenance.

A bright and spacious reception room with large windows provides an inviting space for both relaxation and entertaining, while the open-plan kitchen and dining room benefits from ample natural light, modern worksurfaces, tiled splashbacks, and plenty of storage—a superb layout for everyday living and hosting.

Externally, the home stands on a substantial plot with excellent privacy, offering a well-sized garden ideal for outdoor living, dedicated driveway parking, and a single garage. The size and layout of the plot lend themselves to future extension or development, appealing to families looking to grow or buyers seeking a home with long-term potential.

Positioned in the heart of South Elmsall, the property is within easy reach of local shops, cafés, schools, and green spaces such as Frickley Country Park and Northfield Park, both offering scenic walking routes and outdoor activities.

With South Elmsall train station providing direct links to Leeds and Doncaster, and excellent access to the wider West Yorkshire commuter network, this property combines space, privacy, and potential in a highly sought-after location.

Listed by

Pontefract, South Elmsall and Castleford

The Property Franchise Group

Reference: 169400933

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 30/12/2025

Expiry date: 29/12/2035

Current heating cost: £1,212/year

Potential heating cost: £885/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £17,895

EPC D or below may face future regulation risk. Upgrading to C could improve long-term ROI.

Recommendations

Cavity wall insulation (£900 - £1,500)
Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£180 - £210)
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

Floorplan

EPC Graphs

EPC Rating Graph

FENSA Certificates

This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #14639131

Property Details

Street: 17 Lower Northcroft

Town: South Elmsall

Postcode: WF9 2TB

Installation Details

Items: 1 window

Certificate Issued: 13/06/2021

Work Completed: 07/06/2021

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #14284970

Property Details

Street: 17 Lower Northcroft

Town: South Elmsall

Postcode: WF9 2TB

Installation Details

Items: 2 doors

Certificate Issued: 01/11/2020

Work Completed: 26/10/2020

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #12935225

Property Details

Street: 17 Lower Northcroft

Town: South Elmsall

Postcode: WF9 2TB

Installation Details

Items: 3 windows

Certificate Issued: 14/05/2018

Work Completed: 18/04/2018

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

256% since 1999

Event	Date	Price	% change
Listed for sale	—	£280,000	+45.8%
Sold	04/05/2007 (19 years ago)	£192,000	+255.6%
Sold	26/02/1999 (27 years ago)	£54,000	—

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 4 LOWER NORTHCROFT, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TB	£275,000	12/12/2025	Detached
Same street 18 LOWER NORTHCROFT, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TB	£260,000	30/04/2025	Detached
Same street 21 LOWER NORTHCROFT, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TB	£250,000	03/05/2024	Detached
22 HIGH STREET, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2SJ	£225,000	26/05/2023	Detached
Same street 11 LOWER NORTHCROFT, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TB	£217,000	06/04/2023	Semi-detached
ARCHWAYS HILL FOLD, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2BZ	£500,000	03/10/2022	Detached
17 ASH GROVE, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TE	£316,500	29/07/2022	Detached
Same street 25 LOWER NORTHCROFT, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TB	£225,000	08/07/2022	Detached
4 ASH GROVE, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TA	£280,000	29/04/2022	Detached
19 ASH GROVE, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TE	£250,000	25/03/2022	Detached
Same street 10 LOWER NORTHCROFT, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2TB	£220,000	30/11/2021	Detached
58 HIGH STREET, SOUTH ELMSALL, PONTEFRACT, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF9 2SJ	£270,000	06/09/2021	Detached

Street average: £241,167 (6 sales)

Area average: £306,917 (6 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 2.8%

10y growth 46.7%

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

1y (index) 3%

5y (index) 24.2%

10y (index) 57.8%

Rental Range

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

Low £712/mo

Realistic £791/mo

Optimistic £870/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Wakefield.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Wakefield: £593/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View WF9 2TB

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Ash Grove Manor Farm Estate	0.1 miles
Train station	South Elmsall	0.1 miles
Shop	Pro Logic Computers (UK) Ltd	0.3 miles
Shop	S & T Vodden Family Butchers	0.4 miles
Train station	Moorthorpe	0.7 miles
Hospital	Holgate Hospital	3.9 miles
Hospital	Pontefract Hospital	6.5 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	51
Shoplifting	14
Criminal damage and arson	11
Anti-social behaviour	10
Public order	7
Other crime	5
Other theft	5
Vehicle crime	5
Burglary	3
Drugs	2
Possession of weapons	2
Robbery	1
Theft from the person	1
Total incidents	117

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
Ash Grove Primary Academy	Primary	0.1 miles	Good — 26 Jun 2023
South Elmsall Carlton Junior and Infant School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 16 Jan 2023
Minsthorpe Community College	Secondary	0.4 miles	Good — 1 Apr 2014
Moorthorpe Primary School With Inclusion Resource	Primary	0.6 miles	Good — 27 Jan 2019
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Moorthorpe	Primary	0.6 miles	Good — 23 Mar 2017

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
2 Bed Terraced House, Whitmore Street, WF9	£695/mo	2	0.14 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Kenyon Street, WF9	£695/mo	2	0.17 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Westfield Lane, WF9	£795/mo	2	0.21 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Church Street, WF9	£695/mo	2	0.29 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Church St, WF9	£695/mo	2	0.29 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Church St, WF9	£695/mo	2	0.29 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £712/mo (6 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.25%

Max investor price (0.8%) £86,875

Target investor price (1%) £69,500

Gross yield 3%

Cost-to-rent ratio 33.6×

Monthly cashflow £-502/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI -7.4%

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).