Sold STC Semi-detached

511 IDLE ROAD

BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE BD2 2AY

3 beds Listed 23 Jun 2011 (-5480d)

£169,950

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Property details

Last sold

£150,000 Aug 2012

Local average

£179,831 (-5.5%)

Deprivation

Decile 1 (2,847 of 33,755)

Street crime

389 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Deceptively Spacious Semi
  • 3 Beds & Spacious Loft
  • 2 Receptions, Cellar
  • Scope To Further Improve
  • Character Features.
  • Gas C/H, Double Glazing
  • Gdns - Large Rear. Drive
  • Conveniently Placed

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

REDUCED BY £20,000 FOR QUICK SALE DECEPTIVELY SPACIOUS THREE BEDROOM STONE semi conveniently placed close to reputable schools, local amenities and transport links into Leeds and Bradford. MANY CHARACTER FEATURES yet POTENTIAL TO FURTHER IMPROVE/UP-DATE. Briefly comprises: Ground floor: Covered entrance porch, characterfull ENTRANCE HALL, CELLAR, LOUNGE, DINING ROOM and KITCHEN. First floor: THREE GOOD BEDROOMS and bathroom. Second Floor: SPACIOUS LOFT. PLEASANT REAR GARDEN. DRIVEWAY providing off street parking.
IntroductionA deceptively spacious, period stone semi-detached family home which provides generous living space, with the addition of a spacious loft to the second floor. The location of this property is ideal, being conveniently placed close to reputable schools, local amenities and transport links into Leeds and Bradford. There is a gas fired central heating system and uPVC double glazing, yet the property still retains character features and offers potential for the discerning purchaser to add their own stamp. Accommodation briefly comprises: Ground floor: Covered entrance porch, characterfull entrance hall, door to cellar, lounge, separate dining room and kitchen. To the first floor there are three good sized bedrooms and bathroom. Located to the second floor and accessed via a staircase is spacious loft with Velux window and excellent potential to convert (subject to planning permission & building regs).
LocationThis location is ideal for commuting being accessible to the Ring Road and provides major links to the motorway networks and the centres of Leeds and Bradford. For the more travelled commuter Leeds & Bradford Airport is only a short car ride away. There are many facilities on offer in Greengates. The selection of pubs and eateries is excellent catering for all tastes and age groups and, from this property, are within easy walking distance.
How To Find The PropertyFrom our office at Otley Road, Guiseley proceed along the A65 and up towards JCT 600 roundabout. Turn right at the roundabout onto Apperley Lane, follow the A658 to the traffic lights at Greengates and continue straight. At the roundabout take your second exit onto Pullan Avenue then when reaching the traffic light turn right onto Idle Road. Proceed for approx half a mile and the property can be identified by our For Sale board on the left hand side.
AccommodationGround FloorPorchGlazed entrance porch with space for shoes and coats. Very attractive, stained leaded glass and wooden door into...
Entrance HallA lovely and spacious characterful hallway with revealed spindle and balustrade staircase and doors. Central heating radiator. Stripped door into...
Lounge4.88m(16'0'') x 3.96m(13'0'') (max)
An excellent sized room with tall ceilings with cornice. Neutral decor Large bay window allowing lots of natural light. Central heating radiator. Fireplace with inset gas fire.
Dining Room4.32m(14'2'') x 3.96m(13'0'')
A spacious second reception room with neutral decor and ceiling coving. uPVC double glazed window. Central heating radiator. Gas fire set in fireplace.
Kitchen5.00m(16'5'') x 2.11m(6'11'')
Fitted with a range of wall, base and drawer units having stainless steel sink and side drainer with mixer tap. Plumbed for automatic washing machine and dishwasher. Space for fridge freezer. uPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation. Integrated oven and four point gas hob. Laminate flooring. Splashback tiling.
CellarAn excellent sized cellar providing lots of storage space. Electricity points. Central heating boiler. Light.
First FloorLandingWith uPVC double glazed window to the side elevation.
Bedroom One3.84m(12'7'') x 3.94m(12'11'') (approx)
Attractive decor. Fitted wardrobes. uPVC double glazed window to the front elevation. Central heating radiator.
Bedroom Two4.34m(14'3'') x 3.96m(13'0'') (max)
An excellent sized second bedroom with fitted wardrobes. Central heating radiator. uPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation.
Bedroom Three2.82m(9'3'') x 2.18m(7'2'')
Attractive decor. Central heating radiator. uPVC double glazed window to the front elevation.
Bathroom3.07m(10'1'') x 2.16m(7'1'') (approx)
Fitted with a three piece suite comprising low flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin and bath with mixer shower over. Central heating radiator. uPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation.
Loft5.97m(19'7'') x 5.59m(18'4'') (approx)
Accessed via a staircase this room provides excellent storage space and offers excellent potential to convert (subject to planning permission and building regs). Under-eaves storage. Exposed beams. Feature exposed stone wall. Velux window.
OutsideThe property is accessed via a driveway which provides off-street parking. There are gardens to the front and a generous sized family garden to the rear with a feature pond, raised flower beds with shrubs etc.
Floor PlanBrochure DetailsWAITE & Co prepared these details, including photography, in accordance with our estate agency agreement.
WAITE & Co - AGENTS NOTE: None of the services, fittings or equipment has been tested and no warranties of any kind can be given. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should bear this in mind when formulating their offers. The seller does not include in the sale any carpets, floor coverings, light fittings, curtains, blinds, furnishings, electric/gas appliances (whether connected or not) or any other fixtures and fittings unless expressly mentioned in these particulars, as forming part of this sale. The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by inspection of the Deeds by the prospective purchasers. We are unable to publish/confirm the tenure of any property without seeing the relevant documentation/deeds. Absolute confirmation of tenure should be sought via the conveyancing solicitors. There is a six-inch measurement tolerance, or metric equivalent. The measurements given should not be entirely relied upon and purchasers must take their own measurements if ordering carpets, curtains or any other equipment.

Listed by

Guiseley

The Lomond Group

Reference: 30511798

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

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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 #1299925

Property Details

Street: 511 Idle Road

Town: Bradford

Postcode: BD2 2AY

Installation Details

Items: 1 window

Certificate Issued: 15/12/2003

Work Completed: 17/11/2003

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

Event Date Price % change
Sold 24/08/2012 (13 years ago) £150,000

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
8 WESTWOOD AVENUE, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 2NJ £200,000 23/12/2025 Semi-detached
10 GREENWOOD DRIVE, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 1JH £130,000 19/12/2025 Semi-detached
13 MOSER AVENUE, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 1JD £184,000 05/12/2025 Semi-detached
7 BOLTON CRESCENT, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 2AE £215,000 21/11/2025 Semi-detached
101 NORMAN AVENUE, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 2ND £215,000 17/07/2025 Semi-detached
27 HIGH HOUSE AVENUE, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 4ER £180,500 23/06/2025 Semi-detached
33 HIGH HOUSE ROAD, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 4EY £185,000 06/03/2025 Semi-detached
10 KESTREL DRIVE, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 4HA £177,000 31/01/2025 Semi-detached
50 HIGH HOUSE ROAD, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 4EX £180,000 22/12/2023 Semi-detached
34 MYERS AVENUE, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 4ET £185,000 08/12/2023 Semi-detached
36 HIGH HOUSE ROAD, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 4EX £165,000 08/12/2023 Semi-detached
35 HIGH HOUSE AVENUE, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 4ER £140,000 30/11/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 503 IDLE ROAD, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 2AY £185,000 24/11/2023 Terraced
8 BOLTON DRIVE, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 2AD £178,000 20/10/2023 Semi-detached
12 WESTWOOD GROVE, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 2NH £240,000 13/10/2023 Semi-detached
51 BOLTON DRIVE, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 2AB £227,000 11/10/2023 Semi-detached
101 ACRE AVENUE, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 2LQ £221,500 22/09/2023 Semi-detached
68 HIGH HOUSE ROAD, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 4EX £160,000 31/08/2023 Semi-detached
108 BOLTON DRIVE, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 2AA £170,000 14/08/2023 Semi-detached
80 ACRE AVENUE, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 2LQ £146,000 28/07/2023 Semi-detached
16 KESTREL MOUNT, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 4EZ £177,000 14/07/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 503A IDLE ROAD, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 2AY £159,950 17/09/2021 Terraced
Same street 503A IDLE ROAD, BRADFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE, BD2 2AY £155,000 10/09/2021 Terraced

Street average: £166,650 (3 sales)

Area average: £183,800 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 24.2%
10y growth 52%

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

1y (index) 5%
5y (index) 29.9%
10y (index) 62%

Rental Range

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

Low £671/mo
Realistic £746/mo
Optimistic £821/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Bradford.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Bradford & South Dales: £633/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Idle Road Norman Grove 0.0 miles
Shop Nautical Vapes 0.3 miles
Shop Khayams 0.3 miles
Hospital Eccleshill NHS Treatment Centre 1.0 miles
Train station Frizinghall 1.3 miles
Train station Bradford Forster Square 1.7 miles
Hospital Moorlands View 2.9 miles
University Leeds Trinity University 4.2 miles
University Kirkstall Brewery Residences 5.2 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 161
Anti-social behaviour 75
Criminal damage and arson 38
Public order 27
Drugs 18
Shoplifting 18
Other theft 14
Burglary 13
Vehicle crime 12
Other crime 8
Possession of weapons 3
Robbery 2
Total incidents 389

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
Swain House Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Good — 1 Nov 2011
St Francis Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary 0.2 miles Good — 7 Feb 2013
Hanson Academy Secondary 0.3 miles Inadequate — 2 Jul 2020
Grove House Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Good — 21 Nov 2023
Blakehill Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Good — 2 Oct 2022

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.44%
Max investor price (0.8%) £93,250
Target investor price (1%) £74,600
  • 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).