Sold STC Semi-detached

60 BEECH CRESCENT

CASTLEFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE WF10 3RN

3 beds 1 baths 71 m² Listed 29 Jan 2019 (-2742d)

£150,000

Guide Price

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

71 m²

Last sold

£152,000 May 2019

Local average

£188,225 (-20.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (25,501 of 33,755)

Street crime

192 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • Guide Price £150,000 - £160,000
  • Excellent Example Of A Three Bedroom Semi Detached
  • Kitchen/Diner
  • Modern Kitchen & Bathroom
  • Off Street Parking
  • Landscaped Garden To The Rear
  • Popular Location In Townville
  • NO CHAIN

Additional details

Heating
Central
Parking
Yes, Off street
Garden
Front garden, Yes, Back garden

Description

SUMMARY
Guide Price £150,000 - £160,000. This is a very well presented THREE BEDROOM semi detached family home. Giving you a kitchen/diner, with patio doors to the garden, MODERN bathroom with a free standing bath this property is a MUST see. This won't be around for long call us to book a viewing!!!


DESCRIPTION
Situated on a popular street in Townville is this three bedroom semi detached family home. Briefly comprising of an entrance hall, good sized lounge, and kitchen diner with patio doors leading to the rear garden to the ground floor. To the first floor there are two double bedrooms, a single bedroom and a modern bathroom with a free standing bath. Externally the property provides off street parking, garden to the front and a landscaped garden to the rear with decking area.

Entrance Hall 
Having the upvc double glazed entrance door to the front, a gas central heating radiator, laminate wood effect flooring, stairs to the first floor landing, and double doors opening up into the lounge.

Lounge 12' 2" x 15' 4" ( 3.71m x 4.67m )
Double glazed bay window to the front aspect, inset feature gas fire with surround, a gas central heating radiator, television point, and telephone point. Door to the kitchen / diner.

Kitchen / Diner 15' 5" x 9' 2" ( 4.70m x 2.79m )
Having a fitted kitchen comprising of both wall and base mounted units, with complimentary work surfaces. Includes a one and a half bowl porcelain sink and drainer, an electric oven with a gas hob, stainless steel splash back, and matching cooker hood extractor over. Plumbing for a washing machine. Gas central heating radiator. Laminate wood effect flooring. Double glazed window to the rear, and double glazed French doors leading out to the rear garden.

First Floor Landing 
Double glazed window to the side aspect, storage cupboard which also houses the gas central heating boiler, and access to the loft which is boarded.

Bedroom One 13' 10" x 8' 9" ( 4.22m x 2.67m )
Double glazed window to the front, and a gas central heating radiator.

Bedroom Two 9' 4" x 11' 8" ( 2.84m x 3.56m )
Double glazed window to the rear. Gas central heating radiator.

Bedroom Three 6' 4" x 7' 5" ( 1.93m x 2.26m )
Double glazed window to the front. Gas central heating radiator.

House Bathroom 
Fitted with a modern bathroom suite comprising of a free standing bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, a wash hand basin, and low level flush w.c. Part tiling. Chrome heated towel rail. Extractor fan. Ceiling spotlights. Wood flooring, and an obscured double glazed window to the rear aspect.



1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. Measurements: These approximate room sizes are only intended as general guidance. You must verify the dimensions carefully before ordering carpets or any built-in furniture.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.

Listed by

Castleford

Sequence (UK) Limited - Connells

Reference: 59828265

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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 #14099767

Property Details

Street: 60 Beech Crescent

Town: CASTLEFORD

Postcode: WF10 3RN

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 12/07/2020

Work Completed: 18/06/2020

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

22% since 2015

Event Date Price % change
Sold 24/05/2019 (7 years ago) £152,000 +21.6%
Sold 21/08/2015 (10 years ago) £125,000

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
94 BIRCH GROVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PH £220,000 09/01/2026 Semi-detached
20 KINGSLEY DRIVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PS £185,000 19/12/2025 Semi-detached
Same street 90 BEECH CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3RN £162,000 21/08/2025 Semi-detached
Same street 133 BEECH CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3RN £220,000 06/03/2025 Semi-detached
90 BIRCH GROVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PH £146,000 31/01/2025 Semi-detached
Same street 87 BEECH CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3RN £185,000 19/12/2024 Semi-detached
15 KINGSLEY DRIVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PS £185,000 17/11/2023 Semi-detached
53 GYPSY LANE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PB £200,000 26/10/2023 Semi-detached
1 ACACIA CLOSE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PG £215,000 16/10/2023 Semi-detached
8 SHAKESPEARE CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3HE £225,000 14/08/2023 Semi-detached
72A SHEEPWALK LANE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3QQ £330,000 14/07/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 83 BEECH CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3RN £190,000 09/06/2023 Semi-detached
41 BIRCH GROVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PQ £175,000 05/12/2022 Semi-detached
84 SHEEPWALK LANE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3QQ £250,000 16/09/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 90 BEECH CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3RN £125,000 09/09/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 48 BEECH CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3RN £180,000 09/09/2022 Semi-detached
4 KINGSLEY DRIVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PS £228,000 27/05/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 64 BEECH CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3RN £172,500 23/05/2022 Semi-detached
18 BIRCH GROVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PQ £183,500 25/03/2022 Semi-detached
46 BIRCH GROVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PQ £178,000 28/02/2022 Semi-detached
24 SHAKESPEARE CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3HE £50,000 18/02/2022 Semi-detached
20 KINGSLEY DRIVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PS £175,000 28/01/2022 Semi-detached
51 BIRCH GROVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PH £168,000 22/12/2021 Semi-detached
12 HERRIOT MEWS, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PL £171,000 30/11/2021 Semi-detached
20 HEMINGWAY CLOSE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PT £179,000 05/11/2021 Semi-detached
15 DICKENS DRIVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PD £169,000 27/10/2021 Semi-detached
82 BIRCH GROVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 3PH £195,000 25/10/2021 Semi-detached

Street average: £176,357 (7 sales)

Area average: £191,375 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 22.8%
10y growth 39.4%

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

1y (index) 3.2%
5y (index) 24.2%
10y (index) 58.7%

Rental Range

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

Low £717/mo
Realistic £797/mo
Optimistic £877/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Wakefield.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Richmond & Hambleton: £648/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Sheepwalk Lane Hillcrest Avenue 0.1 miles
Shop Betfred 0.7 miles
Shop Mr News And Booze 0.7 miles
Train station Pontefract Monkhill 1.1 miles
Train station Glasshoughton 1.5 miles
Hospital Pontefract Hospital 1.7 miles
Hospital Holgate Hospital 8.0 miles
University Leeds Law School 11.4 miles
University Northern Film School 11.5 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 68
Anti-social behaviour 29
Shoplifting 23
Public order 15
Vehicle crime 13
Criminal damage and arson 12
Other theft 11
Other crime 9
Burglary 7
Drugs 3
Possession of weapons 1
Robbery 1
Total incidents 192

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
Airedale Academy Secondary 0.5 miles Requires improvement — 19 Mar 2024
Airedale Junior School Primary 0.6 miles Good — 17 Jan 2018
Airedale Infant School Primary 0.6 miles Good — 3 Dec 2019
Townville Academy Primary 0.6 miles Requires improvement — 16 Mar 2023
Orchard Head Junior and Infant and Nursery School Primary 0.8 miles Good — 26 Nov 2019

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 Bungalow, Castleford, WF10 £1,000/mo 3 0.84 miles OpenRent
3 Bed Bungalow, Leyland Road, WF10 £1,000/mo 3 0.85 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,000/mo (2 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.67%
Max investor price (0.8%) £125,000
Target investor price (1%) £100,000
Gross yield 8%
Cost-to-rent ratio 12.5×
Monthly cashflow £284/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 7.8%
  • 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).