Sold STC Terraced

59 KIRBY ROAD

BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BB2 4HW

2 beds 1 baths 70 m² Listed 16 Feb 2026 (-154d)

£120,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

70 m²

Council tax band

A

EPC rating

C

Last sold

£102,000 Oct 2025

Price per m²

£1,714/m²

Local average

£129,821 (-7.6%)

Deprivation

Decile 1 (1,810 of 33,755)

Street crime

539 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • Two well presented bedrooms across two floors.
  • Modern fitted kitchen with space for dining.
  • Bright and inviting living room.
  • Contemporary three piece bathroom suite.
  • Excellent energy efficiency with an EPC Rating of C.
  • Low maintenance tiered rear garden perfect for relaxation.
  • Situated in a sought after Blackburn location.
  • Ideal for first time buyers or those seeking an investment.

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Broadband
ADSL copper wire
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Double glazing, Gas central
Parking
On street
Garden
Private garden
Listed property
No
Restrictions
No
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

Step inside this charming two bedroom terraced home, a perfect blend of modern comfort and practical living, ideally located in a popular Blackburn neighbourhood. The inviting porch leads directly into a bright and spacious living room, featuring a stylish statement wall and a contemporary electric fireplace, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for everyday relaxation and entertaining guests.
Beyond the living room, a convenient understairs closet provides useful storage before leading into the sleek, modern kitchen diner. This functional space boasts a range of attractive units, integrated appliances, and ample room for a dining setup, with direct access to the private rear garden, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living.
Ascending to the first floor, you will find two generously sized bedrooms, each offering comfortable spaces for rest and personalisation. The family bathroom features a crisp, modern three piece suite with contemporary tiling, providing a tranquil space to unwind.
"We love how the tiered garden offers a lovely spot for morning coffee or evening unwinding, a true extension of the living space."
This property is an excellent opportunity for first time buyers stepping onto the property ladder or investors looking for a well maintained addition to their portfolio.
Tenure: Freehold
EPC Rating: C
Council Tax Band: A

Listed by

Prescot

W&J Properties and Lettings Ltd

Reference: 172247534

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 24/03/2021

Expiry date: 23/03/2031

Est. upgrade cost to C: £9,500

Recommendations

  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

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Price history

63% since 2023

Event Date Price % change
Sold 16/10/2025 (9 months ago) £102,000 +63.2%
Sold 06/07/2023 (3 years ago) £62,500 —

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
8 LONGSHAW LANE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 3LU £150,000 21/01/2026 Terraced
11 LONGSHAW STREET, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4HS £80,000 16/01/2026 Terraced
21 RAMSEY ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 3LY £91,000 23/12/2025 Terraced
18 LONGSHAW LANE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 3LU £135,000 19/12/2025 Terraced
Same street 33 KIRBY ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4HW £73,000 16/12/2025 Terraced
34 NUTTALL STREET, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4JA £110,000 16/12/2025 Terraced
25 ANDREWS WALK, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 3LE £147,000 16/12/2025 Terraced
11 ABBOTSFORD AVENUE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 3LZ £120,000 12/12/2025 Terraced
Same street 43 KIRBY ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4HW £50,000 20/11/2025 Terraced
66 MARLTON ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 3LX £98,500 20/11/2025 Terraced
46 NUTTALL STREET, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4JA £78,500 20/11/2025 Terraced
14 MALVERN AVENUE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 3NA £128,500 31/10/2025 Terraced
18 ANDREWS WALK, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 3LE £182,000 30/10/2025 Terraced
42 NUTTALL STREET, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4JA £104,000 27/10/2025 Terraced
102 MARLTON ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 3LX £121,000 24/07/2025 Terraced
34 WOLSELEY STREET, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4HR £118,000 16/06/2025 Terraced
Same street 8 KIRBY ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4HW £75,000 27/05/2025 Terraced
6 NORWOOD AVENUE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 3PE £93,500 28/02/2025 Terraced
Same street 61 KIRBY ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4HW £80,500 05/07/2024 Terraced
Same street 1 KIRBY ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4HW £130,000 07/06/2024 Terraced
29 ANDREWS WALK, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 3LE £122,000 08/12/2023 Terraced
313 BOLTON ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4HU £70,000 29/11/2023 Terraced
Same street 32 KIRBY ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4HW £101,000 10/11/2023 Terraced
45 WHITAKER DRIVE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 3LN £140,000 18/10/2023 Terraced
18 LONGSHAW LANE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 3LU £97,000 28/04/2023 Terraced
60 INFIRMARY ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 3JF £130,000 31/03/2023 Terraced
Same street 61 KIRBY ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4HW £71,000 05/12/2022 Terraced
Same street 40 KIRBY ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4HW £48,000 25/11/2022 Terraced
Same street 33 KIRBY ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4HW £73,000 29/04/2022 Terraced
Same street 42 KIRBY ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4HW £72,250 28/02/2022 Terraced
Same street 18 KIRBY ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4HW £60,000 18/02/2022 Terraced

Street average: £75,795 (11 sales)

Area average: £115,800 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 19.1%
10y growth 46.7%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Blackburn with Darwen. Series: Terraced. As of April 2026.

1y (index) 4.5%
5y (index) 34.9%
10y (index) 73.3%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Blackburn with Darwen. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £640/mo
Realistic £711/mo
Optimistic £782/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Blackburn with Darwen.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for East Lancs: £474/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View BB2 4HW

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop Ewood Bikes 0.1 miles
Shop Bolton Road Convenience Store 0.1 miles
Bus stop Hollin Bank opp Empire Theatre 0.1 miles
Bus stop Hollin Bank by Empire Theatre 0.1 miles
Train station Mill Hill 0.6 miles
Train station Blackburn 1.1 miles
Hospital The Beardwood Hospital 1.8 miles
Hospital Greater Lancashire Hospital 7.5 miles
University UCLan Burnley Campus 10.5 miles
University UClan burnley temp 10.5 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 242
Anti-social behaviour 98
Criminal damage and arson 38
Public order 36
Shoplifting 33
Other theft 24
Vehicle crime 17
Burglary 16
Drugs 14
Other crime 11
Possession of weapons 6
Bicycle theft 2
Robbery 2
Total incidents 539

Within 1 mile during May 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
Longshaw Community Junior School Primary 0.3 miles Good — 6 Jun 2013
Longshaw Nursery School Nursery 0.3 miles Good — 14 Mar 2019
Longshaw Infant School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 10 Nov 2021
Markazul Uloom Other 0.5 miles Inadequate — 20 Jun 2024
Noorul Uloom Other 0.5 miles Good — 13 Jun 2024

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, Livesey Branch Road, BB2 £775/mo 2 0.54 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Redlam, BB2 £700/mo 2 0.93 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Woodsend Close, BB2 £850/mo 2 1 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Semi-Detached House, Ridgeway Avenue, BB2 £850/mo 2 1.01 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £794/mo (4 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.68%
Max investor price (0.8%) £101,625
Target investor price (1%) £81,300
Gross yield 8.1%
Cost-to-rent ratio 12.3×
Monthly cashflow £234/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 8.1%
  • 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).