For sale Detached

Smithy Lane

Hulme Walfield, CW12, CW12 2JG

3 beds 2 baths Listed 13 May 2026 (-10d)

£1,250,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Council tax band

G

Local average

£424,873 (+194.2%)

Street crime

14 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

  • Fabulous private country residence
  • Impressive mature plot of approx 3.75 acres
  • Unrivalled privacy with extensive gardens to all sides
  • Sweeping driveway though mature grounds arriving at your home
  • Exclusive and highly desirable address on the outskirts of Congleton
  • Traditional detached home enjoying over 3300 square feet of internal space
  • Flexible layout with bedrooms to both floors and a wealth of potential
  • Exciting prospect for future development to create a dream forever home (subject to planning)
  • A short journey to Alderley Edge, Congleton, Wilmslow and beyond
  • A truly impressive and rare opportunity to acquire a much loved country home

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Heating
Oil
Parking
Garage, Driveway
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

Welcome to an exceptional opportunity to acquire a truly remarkable detached country residence, nestled within one of the area’s most exclusive and highly desirable addresses on the outskirts of Congleton. This traditional home exudes character and charm throughout, boasting over 3,300 square feet of versatile living space that offers an abundance of potential for families, professionals, or those seeking a peaceful retreat with the promise of future development (subject to planning). The impressive approach sets the tone for this unique property, with a sweeping driveway meandering through mature grounds, leading you to the front door and immediately highlighting the unrivalled sense of privacy and seclusion. Inside, the flexible layout is thoughtfully designed for comfortable living, featuring bedrooms on both floors to suit a variety of lifestyles and family arrangements. The generous proportions of each room are complemented by timeless architectural features, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that is perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. The spacious kitchen offers ample space for culinary creativity and family gatherings, while the multiple reception rooms provide a wealth of options for formal dining, cosy evenings by the fire, or quiet moments of reflection. The property’s extensive footprint presents an exciting prospect for those with a vision to reimagine or enhance the existing accommodation, making this a rare chance to create your dream forever home. Perfectly positioned for convenience, this residence is just a short journey to the vibrant communities of Alderley Edge, Congleton, Wilmslow, and beyond, offering easy access to a wealth of local amenities, schools, boutique shopping, and fine dining, as well as excellent transport links for commuting or exploring the wider Cheshire countryside. This much-loved home has been cherished by its current owners and awaits its next chapter, ready to welcome new memories and adventures. Whether you are drawn by the unique blend of privacy, space, and potential, or the prestigious location and lifestyle on offer, this property is sure to captivate and inspire. We invite you to explore the full potential of this exceptional home by viewing our comprehensive selection of photos, videos, and detailed floor plans. For further information or to arrange a private viewing, please contact our friendly team today and take the first step towards making this impressive country residence your own.Garden
Vast 3 acre gardens
Parking - Double garage
Parking - Driveway

Listed by

Congleton

Chris Hamriding Lettings & Estates

Reference: 88443381

EPC ratings on this postcode

We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.

Address Current Potential Floor area Age band Type
Barndale Annexe, Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield 65 83 93 m² England and Wales: 2007 onwards House
Barndale Annexe, Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield, CONGLETON 65 83 93 m² England and Wales: 2007-2011 Detached
Barndale, Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield 54 65 306 m² England and Wales: 1996-2002 House
Barndale, Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield, CONGLETON 54 65 306 m² England and Wales: 1996-2002 Detached
Brickhouse Barn, Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield 70 74 176 m² England and Wales: 2007 onwards House
Fern Hill, Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield 59 69 245 m² England and Wales: 1900-1929 House
Fern Hill, Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield, CONGLETON 59 69 245 m² England and Wales: 1900-1929 Detached
Hulme Walfield Hall, Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield 40 79 279 m² England and Wales: before 1900 House
Hulme Walfield Hall, Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield 32 74 261 m² England and Wales: before 1900 House
Hulme Walfield Hall, Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield 37 73 383 m² England and Wales: before 1900 House
Hulme Walfield Hall, Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield, CONGLETON 40 79 279 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached
Hulme Walfield Hall, Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield, CONGLETON 32 74 261 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached
Hulme Walfield Hall, Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield, CONGLETON 37 73 383 m² England and Wales: before 1900 n
Oakley, Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield 40 61 210 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 House
R P G Herbs Ltd, Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield 59 85 218 m² England and Wales: 1983-1990 House

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

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Site Plan

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale — £1,250,000 —

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Sold comparables data is not available for this property.

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 8.6%
10y growth 47.5%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire East. Series: Detached. As of February 2026.

1y (index) 0.7%
5y (index) 21.5%
10y (index) 51.1%

Rental Range

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

Low £878/mo
Realistic £975/mo
Optimistic £1,073/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Oldham & Rochdale: £693/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Address

Smithy Lane

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Hulme Walfield, Giantswood Lane / Smithy Lane 0.6 miles
Shop The Co-operative Food 0.7 miles
Shop Greyfriars Carpets 0.7 miles
Bus stop Eaton, Macclesfield Road / Tanhouse Farm 0.8 miles
Hospital Congleton War Memorial Hospital 2.1 miles
Train station Congleton 2.3 miles
Train station Goostrey 5.2 miles
Hospital Rosemount Resource Centre 5.8 miles
University Buxton & Leek College 9.7 miles
University Tovell Building, Buxton & Leek College 9.7 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Anti-social behaviour 5
Drugs 3
Violence and sexual offences 3
Criminal damage and arson 1
Possession of weapons 1
Vehicle crime 1
Total incidents 14

Within 1 mile during Mar 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
Eaton Bank Academy Secondary 1.0 miles Good — 8 Jun 2015
Havannah Primary School Primary 1.1 miles — (Inspected (no overall grade))
Esland Daven School Other 1.3 miles Requires improvement — 6 Mar 2024
Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Requires improvement — 1 Jul 2024
Buglawton Primary School Primary 1.5 miles — (Inspected (no overall grade))

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
Fairmill Grove, Congleton, CW12 £1,350/mo 3 0.67 miles Rightmove
Dobson Way, Congleton, CW12 £2,200/mo 3 0.72 miles Rightmove
Giantswood Lane, Somerford Booths £1,900/mo 3 0.99 miles Rightmove
Churchill Close, West Heath, Congleton £1,100/mo 3 1.6 miles Rightmove
Pine Way, Somerford, Congleton £1,200/mo 3 1.92 miles Rightmove
Canal Road, Congleton, CW12 £1,300/mo 3 2.2 miles Rightmove
Loachbrook Farm Way, Congleton, CW12 £1,300/mo 3 2.22 miles Rightmove
Annan Close, Congleton £1,300/mo 3 2.28 miles Rightmove
Moss Road, Astbury, CW12 £1,500/mo 3 2.76 miles Rightmove
Biddulph Road, Congleton £950/mo 3 3.02 miles Rightmove
Wallhill Lane, Brownlow, CW12 £1,500/mo 3 3.31 miles Rightmove
Congleton, Staffordshire £2,000/mo 3 3.44 miles Rightmove
Overton Road, Congleton, CW12 £1,400/mo 3 3.63 miles Rightmove

Average rent: £1,462/mo (13 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.11%
Max investor price (0.8%) £168,750
Target investor price (1%) £135,000
Gross yield 1.3%
Cost-to-rent ratio 77.2×
Monthly cashflow £-3,733/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -12.4%
  • 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).

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