For sale Detached

9 PRESTBURY ROAD

WILMSLOW, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE SK9 2LJ

5 beds 4 baths 7,922 sq ft Listed 29 May 2026 (-29d)

£1,350,000

Guide Price

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

736 m²

EPC rating

B

Year built

England and Wales: 2007-2011

Last sold

£1,300,000 Oct 2002

Price per m²

£1,834/m²

Local average

£955,321 (+41.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 10 (33,536 of 33,755)

Street crime

37 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Prestigious Prestbury Road address
  • Self-build opportunity within approximately 0.54 acres
  • Planning consent approved (Cheshire East Ref: 24/1000M)
  • Proposed detached Regency-style residence
  • 3961 sq ft (excluding garage) / 4251 sq ft (inclusive of garage)
  • Five-bedroom, four-bathroom layout
  • Potential for further development within the roof space, subject to approval
  • Prime position close to Wilmslow, Alderley Edge and Prestbury

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

Set behind one of Wilmslow’s most desirable addresses, The Willows presents a unique opportunity to create an exceptional new home in the heart of Cheshire’s Golden Triangle.

With planning permission already approved, this outstanding self-build plot extends to approximately 0.54 acres and offers the perfect setting for a beautifully designed Regency-inspired residence of 3961 sq ft (excluding garage) / 4251 sq ft (inclusive of the garage)

Carefully conceived to combine timeless architecture with contemporary family living, The Willows delivers elegant proportions, impressive entertaining spaces and luxurious accommodation throughout.

Highlights

* Prestigious Prestbury Road address
* Self-build opportunity within approximately 0.54 acres
* Planning consent approved (Cheshire East Ref: 24/1000M)
* Proposed detached Regency-style residence
* 3961 sq ft (excluding garage) / 4251 sq ft (inclusive of the garage)
* Five-bedroom, four-bathroom layout
* Expansive kitchen/living/dining space opening onto the gardens
* Separate formal lounge and additional reception room
* Detached double garage
* Potential for further development within the roof space and to the rear, subject to approval
* Prime position close to Wilmslow, Alderley Edge and Prestbury



A Home Designed for Modern Living

The approved plans for The Willows have been thoughtfully designed to create a home that feels both grand and welcoming.

The ground floor centres around a spectacular open-plan kitchen, dining and living area intended as the social heart of the house, ideal for entertaining, family gatherings and everyday living. Alongside this are elegant reception rooms offering flexibility for formal dining, a cinema room, playroom or home office space.

A striking entrance hall and feature staircase create an immediate sense of arrival, while practical additions including a utility room, pantry, boot room and guest WC ensure the property functions effortlessly for modern lifestyles.

Upstairs, the proposed accommodation includes five generously proportioned bedrooms and four bathrooms, with the principal suite designed as a luxurious private retreat. The approved design also allows exciting scope to create additional accommodation within the roof area, subject to any required permissions.



A Lifestyle Defined by Convenience & Countryside

Life at The Willows offers the perfect balance between refined Cheshire living and everyday convenience. Positioned along the prestigious Prestbury Road, the setting combines privacy and greenery with immediate access to some of the region’s most desirable destinations.

Mornings can begin with coffee in Wilmslow’s independent cafés, afternoons spent browsing Alderley Edge’s boutiques and restaurants, and evenings enjoying the vibrant social scene of nearby Prestbury village - all just moments from your doorstep.

For families, the area is synonymous with exceptional education, with some of Cheshire’s most highly regarded schools including The King’s School, Pownall Hall, Wilmslow Prep and The Ryleys all within easy reach.

Despite its peaceful surroundings, connectivity is effortless. Wilmslow station provides fast direct services into Manchester and London, while Manchester Airport is conveniently close for international travel and business.

Bordered by beautiful open countryside, scenic walks and the picturesque Bollin Valley, The Willows delivers a lifestyle that is both aspirational and wonderfully connected, where rural tranquillity and modern luxury coexist seamlessly.


Property Information

* Freehold self-build plot
* Approximately 0.54 acres
* Approved detached dwelling of 3961 sq ft (excluding garage) / 4251 sq ft (inclusive of the garage)
* Proposed accommodation: five bedrooms / four bathrooms
* Detached double garage




Planning Permission

Planning permission has been granted by Cheshire East Council under reference 24/1000M.

Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries regarding the approved plans, planning conditions and future development potential.

Listed by

Cheshire

LY Property

Reference: 89049495

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: B

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 01/04/2016

Expiry date: 31/03/2026 (expired)

Current heating cost: £2,572/year

Potential heating cost: £2,451/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £6,800

Recommendations

  • Hot water cylinder thermostat (£200 - £400)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£5,000 - £8,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 2

Floorplan 2

FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #15895793 Recent

Property Details

Street: 9 Prestbury Road

Town: WILMSLOW

Postcode: SK9 2LJ

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 13/08/2023

Work Completed: 01/08/2023

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
Listed for sale £1,350,000 +3.8%
Sold 30/10/2002 (23 years ago) £1,300,000

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
3 PRESTBURY ROAD, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 2LJ £1,500,000 29/11/2024 Detached
STONELEIGH, 1 PRESTBURY ROAD, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 2LJ £2,795,000 14/02/2024 Detached
COACHMANS COTTAGE WESTON ROAD, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 2AN £1,025,000 13/05/2022 Detached
1 WESTON ROAD, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 2AN £1,025,000 13/05/2022 Detached
21 HOUGH LANE, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 2LQ £4,000,000 22/04/2022 Detached
27 HOUGH LANE, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 2LQ £2,165,000 19/01/2022 Detached
FAIROAK WESTON ROAD, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 2AN £1,700,000 26/11/2021 Detached
FAIROAK WESTON ROAD, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 2AN £1,095,000 26/11/2021 Detached
LOWMEADE, 25 HOUGH LANE, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 2LQ £3,700,000 12/11/2021 Detached
VARDEN HOUSE FARM, 12 ADLINGTON ROAD, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 2AL £1,137,500 24/09/2021 Detached
6 HOUGH LANE, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 2LG £2,400,000 29/06/2021 Detached

Area average: £2,049,318 (11 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 29.6%
10y growth 87.7%

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

1y (index) 1.6%
5y (index) 23.6%
10y (index) 51.5%

Rental Range

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

Low £881/mo
Realistic £979/mo
Optimistic £1,077/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for West Pennine: £760/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop Unknown 0.7 miles
Train station Wilmslow 0.7 miles
Bus stop Wilmslow Railway Station 0.8 miles
Bus stop Wilmslow, Bank Square (Stand A) 0.9 miles
Train station Alderley Edge 1.6 miles
Hospital Rosemount Resource Centre 5.0 miles
Hospital Newlands Care Home 7.1 miles
University University of Manchester Fallowfield Campus 8.5 miles
University Fallowfield Reception and Richmond Amenities Building 8.5 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 13
Anti-social behaviour 5
Shoplifting 4
Criminal damage and arson 3
Robbery 3
Drugs 2
Other theft 2
Public order 2
Burglary 1
Other crime 1
Vehicle crime 1
Total incidents 37

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
Wilmslow High School Secondary 0.8 miles Good — 9 Jun 2019
Wilmslow Preparatory School Other 1.0 miles (No rating)
The Wilmslow Academy Primary 1.1 miles Good — 11 Jun 2013
Aurora Summerfields School Other 1.1 miles Good — 27 Mar 2024
St Anne's Fulshaw C of E Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Good — 24 May 2023

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 5-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.07%
Max investor price (0.8%) £122,375
Target investor price (1%) £97,900
  • 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).