157 WEST STREET
CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST CW1 3HH
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Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
82 m²
Council tax band
A
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Last sold
£91,000 Jun 2022
Price per m²
£1,220/m²
Local average
£118,532 (-15.6%)
Deprivation
Decile 1 (1,660 of 33,755)
Street crime
483 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Two Bedroom Mid-Terrace Property
- Excellent Potential To Add Value
- Close To Local Amenities
- Good Transport Links Nearby
- Two Well-Proportioned Bedrooms
- Spacious Lounge To The Front
- Family Bathroom Upstairs
- Popular Residential Area
- Freehold
- Early Viewing Recommended
Description
The ground floor accommodation comprises a lounge to the front of the property, providing a comfortable living space, which leads through to a separate dining room, ideal for family meals or entertaining guests. To the rear, the kitchen currently providing ample storage offers a practical layout with ample scope for updating and reconfiguration to suit modern living requirements. Please note there is also a good size cellar a valuable extra area, for storage or conversion.
To the first floor, the property offers two well proportioned bedrooms along with a large four piece family bathroom. Each room provides a blank canvas, allowing prospective buyers to personalise the space to their own taste and style.
While the property does require a degree of renovation, it benefits from a strong layout and is positioned within a desirable location, making it an excellent prospect for those looking to create a long term home or investment. With the right improvements, this property has the potential to become a stylish and comfortable residence.
Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the opportunity on offer.
Hall -
Lounge - 3.15m x 4.11m (10'4" x 13'5") -
Dining Room - 4.25m x 3.9m (13'11" x 12'9") -
Kitchen - 2.3m x 3.46m (7'6" x 11'4") -
Stairs To First Floor -
Landing -
Bedroom One - 4.25m x 3.64m (13'11" x 11'11") -
Bedroom Two - 2.65m x 3.9m (8'8" x 12'9") -
Bathroom - 2.3m x 3.46m (7'6" x 11'4") -
Externally -
Aml Disclosure - Agents are required by law to conduct Anti-Money Laundering checks on all those buying a property. Stephenson Browne charge £49.99 plus VAT for an AML check per purchase transaction . This is a non-refundable fee. The charges cover the cost of obtaining relevant data, any manual checks that are required, and ongoing monitoring. This fee is payable in advance prior to the issuing of a memorandum of sale on the property you are seeking to buy.
Council Tax - Band A
Land Registry - Please be advised that we have not been able to obtain a copy of the title register with land registry - this does not conclude that the property is not registered however, we would advise you raise this point with a licensed conveyancer to avoid any potential delay with a purchase.
Tenure - We understand from the vendor that the property is freehold. We would however recommend that your solicitor check the tenure prior to exchange of contracts.
Why Choose Us? - At Stephenson Browne Crewe, our commitment to outstanding service and extensive local knowledge has earned us recognition as one of the UK’s leading independent estate agents. In a highly competitive industry, we are proud to be named among the Top 500 Sales & Lettings Agents in the country and honoured by ESTA's as winners of Gold Awards in both Sales and Lettings.
For a FREE valuation, please call or email and we will be delighted to assist.
Listed by
Crewe
Stephenson Browne Ltd
Reference: 174488231
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 08/04/2022
Expiry date: 07/04/2032
Current heating cost: £556/year
Potential heating cost: £419/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £19,500
Recommendations
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
- Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
- Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #4717314
Property Details
Street: 157 West Street
Town: CREWE
Postcode: CW1 3HH
Installation Details
Items: 5 windows and 1 door
Certificate Issued: 28/05/2007
Work Completed: 16/03/2007
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
54% since 2012
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £100,000 | +9.9% |
| Sold | 28/06/2022 (3 years ago) | £91,000 | +54.2% |
| Sold | 08/06/2012 (14 years ago) | £59,000 | — |
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 155 WEST STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3HH | £120,000 | 07/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 107 WEST STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3HF | £73,000 | 23/09/2025 | Terraced |
| 26 FLETCHER STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3EE | £105,000 | 11/03/2025 | Terraced |
| 28 CORNWALL GROVE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3BE | £127,500 | 29/01/2025 | Terraced |
| 99 WEST STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3HF | £90,000 | 19/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 43 UNDERWOOD LANE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3JX | £103,000 | 19/12/2023 | Terraced |
| Same street 153 WEST STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3HH | £107,000 | 15/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 17 ELIZABETH STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3EF | £105,000 | 15/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 82 RAMSBOTTOM STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3AN | £45,000 | 01/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 198 WEST STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3HN | £104,000 | 09/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 23 ELIZABETH STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3EF | £95,000 | 28/04/2023 | Terraced |
| 246 WEST STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3HT | £99,000 | 24/04/2023 | Terraced |
| 89 RAMSBOTTOM STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3AN | £70,000 | 13/04/2023 | Terraced |
| 35 CORNWALL GROVE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3BE | £110,000 | 31/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 29 FORD LANE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3EQ | £75,865 | 30/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 69 RAMSBOTTOM STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3AN | £100,000 | 17/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 2C OXFORD STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3HP | £120,000 | 17/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 39 UNDERWOOD LANE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3JX | £115,000 | 01/02/2023 | Terraced |
| 1 CHELL STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3ES | £70,000 | 19/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 11 FORD LANE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3EQ | £105,000 | 16/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 168 WEST STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3HN | £92,000 | 02/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 13 CASSON STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3EG | £110,000 | 23/11/2022 | Terraced |
Street average: £113,500 (2 sales)
Area average: £95,718 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire East. Series: Terraced. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cheshire East. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for South Cheshire: £573/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shop | M1 Corner Shop | 0.0 miles |
| Shop | Morrisons Daily | 0.0 miles |
| Bus stop | Crewe, West Street / Derby Street | 0.0 miles |
| Bus stop | Crewe, West Street / Goddard Street | 0.0 miles |
| Train station | Crewe | 1.3 miles |
| Hospital | Leighton Hospital | 1.5 miles |
| University | University of Buckingham Crewe Campus | 1.5 miles |
| Train station | Nantwich | 3.8 miles |
| Hospital | Weaver Lodge Independent Hospital | 6.2 miles |
| University | Keele University | 10.4 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 203 |
| Public order | 54 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 44 |
| Shoplifting | 42 |
| Drugs | 37 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 34 |
| Other theft | 22 |
| Burglary | 13 |
| Other crime | 9 |
| Possession of weapons | 8 |
| Vehicle crime | 8 |
| Bicycle theft | 6 |
| Robbery | 3 |
| Total incidents | 483 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lavender Field School | Other | 0.1 miles | Good — 12 Dec 2023 |
| Underwood West Academy | Primary | 0.2 miles | — (Inspected (no overall grade)) |
| Adelaide School | Other | 0.3 miles | Outstanding — 13 Mar 2018 |
| Beechwood Primary School and Nursery | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 15 Nov 2021 |
| Crewe Engineering and Design UTC | Secondary | 0.5 miles | — (Inspected (no overall grade)) |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).