FLAT 18
MILL HOUSE, QUEENS DRIVE, NANTWICH, CHESHIRE EAST CW5 5BX
Property details
Tenure
LEASEHOLD
Floor area
63 m²
Council tax band
B
EPC rating
B
Year built
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Last sold
£123,750 Nov 2016
Price per m²
£1,587/m²
Local average
£148,566 (-32.7%)
Deprivation
Decile 5 (13,682 of 33,755)
Street crime
131 incidents within 1 mile (Aug 2026)
Key features
- First-floor apartment with no onward chain in sought-after over-55s development in Nantwich
- 75% shared ownership property with no rent payable on the remaining 25%. Buyers must be over 55 or have a qualifying health condition
- Spacious open-plan living/dining area with Juliette balcony and electric feature fireplace
- Modern fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and space for white goods
- Two double bedrooms, including a main bedroom with fitted wardrobes and direct bathroom access
- Wet room with WC, basin, and shower, plus practical storage in the entrance hall
- Excellent communal facilities: residents’ lounge, bistro, hairdresser, laundry, lift access, warden service, landscaped grounds, and parking
- A service charge of £563.25 per calendar month is payable and covers all electricity, water, and heating usage.
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Central
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
- Listed property
- No
- Restrictions
- Yes
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
The development itself benefits from excellent communal facilities, including a large residents’ lounge complete with a TV, games area, and a well-stocked bookshelf of reading material, as well as a bistro, an on-site hairdresser, and a laundry room. There is also a warden service for added peace of mind. Access throughout the building is made easy with both a lift and stairs equipped with a stair lift. The property is set within well-maintained communal grounds, and there is parking available to the rear. It is also offered with no onward chain.
Access to the apartment is via a communal entrance leading to the first floor. Inside, the entrance hall provides access to the living room, both bedrooms, and the bathroom, and also benefits from a useful storage cupboard. The kitchen is fitted with a modern range of wall and base units with work surfaces and contrasting tiling, along with an inset hob, extractor hood, and built-in oven. There is also space and plumbing for a washing machine, dish washer, and fridge freezer.
The main bedroom is a spacious double room with a window to the rear, fitted wardrobes, a TV point, and a pull cord for warden assistance, and it also provides direct access to the bathroom, which is fitted with a low-level WC, wash hand basin, and shower enclosure, along with tiled walls and an extractor fan. The second bedroom is another double room with a window to the rear.
Outside, there is a patio area within the communal grounds that is ideal for relaxing or enjoying evening drinks, as well as a private parking area for residents.
Agents Note: A service charge of £563.25 per calendar month is payable and covers all electricity, water, and heating usage. 75% is being sold with no rent payable on the remaining 25%. Buyers must be over 55 or have a qualifying health condition.
Location:
Nantwich is a historic market town located in the county of Cheshire, England. It lies on the banks of the River Weaver and is approximately 5 miles south-west of the larger town of Crewe. Nantwich has a rich history that dates back to Roman times, and it is known for its well-preserved medieval architecture and charming streets.
One of the most prominent features of Nantwich is its black and white timber-framed buildings, which give the town a distinctive character. The town centre is filled with historic structures, including the Nantwich Town Walls, St. Mary's Church, and the Queen's Aid House. The Nantwich Museum, located in a restored Georgian townhouse, offers visitors an opportunity to explore the town's history and heritage.
Nantwich is also famous for its annual food and drink festival, which takes place in September and attracts thousands of visitors. The festival showcases a variety of local and regional produce, including Cheshire cheese, pies, and real ale. Additionally, the town holds a traditional market on Tuesdays and Saturdays, where locals and tourists can browse a range of goods, from fresh produce to antiques.
The River Weaver, which runs through Nantwich, provides opportunities for leisurely walks along the waterfront and offers a picturesque setting for boat trips. The town is surrounded by beautiful Cheshire countryside, with plenty of scenic trails and paths for outdoor enthusiasts to explore.
Nantwich has a thriving community and offers a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, cafes, and pubs. It also has several primary and secondary schools, making it an attractive place to live for families.
Nantwich is conveniently placed for commuter travel, with excellent road links including access to the M6 motorway network via the A500. Rail travel is offered via Nantwich train station which has direct services to Manchester and Shrewsbury, and Crewe Railway Station which is within 8 miles and provides direct services to a host of major cities including London, Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, and Glasgow.
In summary, Nantwich is a charming market town in Cheshire, England, known for its rich history, medieval architecture, annual food festival, and picturesque surroundings. It's a place where visitors can immerse themselves in the past while enjoying the amenities of a vibrant community.
EPC Rating: B
Listed by
Nantwich
James Du Pavey Ltd
Reference: 173808215
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: B
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 22/07/2025
Expiry date: 21/07/2035
Current heating cost: £199/year
Potential heating cost: £199/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £1,050
Recommendations
- Heat recovery system for mixer showers (£600 - £1,500)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Registered land (INSPIRE)
This location falls inside an HM Land Registry INSPIRE registered freehold polygon.
Building plot (shared): ~1,786 m² (0.44 acres) (area is for the building, not the flat)
Source: HM Land Registry INSPIRE Index Polygons.
Price history
13% since 2009
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £100,000 | -19.2% |
| Sold | 28/11/2016 (9 years ago) | £123,750 | +17.9% |
| Sold | 10/08/2012 (14 years ago) | £105,000 | -4.1% |
| Sold | 08/09/2009 (17 years ago) | £109,500 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CASTLE COURT 10 MILL STREET, NANTWICH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW5 5SL | £220,000 | 26/11/2025 | Flat |
| Same street MILL HOUSE FLAT 14 QUEENS DRIVE, NANTWICH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW5 5BX | £120,000 | 20/03/2023 | Flat |
| Same street MILL HOUSE FLAT 27 QUEENS DRIVE, NANTWICH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW5 5BX | £130,000 | 11/11/2022 | Flat |
| CASTLE COURT 14 MILL STREET, NANTWICH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW5 5SL | £165,000 | 28/10/2022 | Flat |
| 175 FIRST FLOOR QUEENS DRIVE, NANTWICH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW5 5JJ | £135,000 | 26/10/2022 | Flat |
| Same street MILL HOUSE FLAT 23 QUEENS DRIVE, NANTWICH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW5 5BX | £82,500 | 06/06/2022 | Flat |
Street average: £110,833 (3 sales)
Area average: £173,333 (3 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: Flats and maisonettes. As of July 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 Bolton and Bury: £573/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Queens Drive
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Nantwich, Queen's Drive / Millfields | 0.0 miles |
| Shop | Riley's Garage | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Blonde Hair Salon | 0.2 miles |
| Train station | Nantwich | 0.4 miles |
| Train station | Wrenbury | 4.2 miles |
| University | University of Buckingham Crewe Campus | 4.9 miles |
| Hospital | Tarporley War Memorial Hospital | 8.7 miles |
| Hospital | Whitchurch Community Hospital | 8.9 miles |
| University | Keele University | 11.5 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 68 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 14 |
| Public order | 11 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 8 |
| Burglary | 6 |
| Shoplifting | 5 |
| Robbery | 4 |
| Vehicle crime | 4 |
| Bicycle theft | 3 |
| Drugs | 3 |
| Other theft | 2 |
| Possession of weapons | 2 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 131 |
Within 1 mile during Aug 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millfields Primary Academy | Primary | 0.2 miles | Good — 6 Oct 2016 |
| Malbank School and Sixth Form College | Secondary | 0.4 miles | Good — 21 Sep 2022 |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 25 Feb 2020 |
| Nantwich Primary Academy | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 27 Dec 2018 |
| Weaver Primary School | Primary | 0.8 miles | Good — 5 Nov 2013 |
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, Marsh Lane, CW5 | £1,250/mo | 2 | 0.16 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, Off Welsh Row, CW5 | £850/mo | 2 | 0.39 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Shrewbridge Road, CW5 | £950/mo | 2 | 0.41 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, Siddals Court, CW5 | £880/mo | 2 | 0.44 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £983/mo (4 listings)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- 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).