72 LAPSTONE ROAD
MILLOM, CUMBERLAND LA18 4BZ
£225,000
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
128 m²
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: before 1900
Last sold
£213,500 Oct 2025
Price per m²
£1,758/m²
Local average
£134,053 (+67.8%)
Deprivation
Decile 2 (5,351 of 33,755)
Street crime
22 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Double Fronted Terrace Home
- Kitchen & Dining Room
- Open Plan Lounge
- Four Bedrooms
- Shower Room
- Deck & Garden
- Garage & Workshop
- Viewing Highly Recommended
- EPC Rating D
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
This fantastic family home hosts four bright and enticing bedrooms: three doubles and one larger than average single, each offering a sense of space and comfort. The property features a newly fitted modern shower room complete with a walk in waterfall shower, sink in a drawer vanity unit, wc and grey ladder radiator, perfect for those relaxing evenings after a long day.
Other valuable features of this property include a functional garage with a workshop above catering for all your DIY hobbies, plus enclosed low maintenance garden area and decked patio perfect for relaxing.
A viewing is a real must for this truly unique family home to appreciate the size and everything it has to offer.
EPC Rating D
Council Tax Band B
Entrance Porch
Upvc double glazed entrance porch, with slate walls and tiled floor, Door to the entrance hall.
Hallway
This welcoming hallway retains many of its period features, with high ceilings and coving, neutrally decorated, radiator, dado rail and laminate flooring.
Open Plan Lounge 8.05m (26' 5") x 3.05m (10' 0")
The period features continue into this large open plan lounge, with pretty ceiling roses, picture rail and coving. With Upvc window to the front with cute window seat, lovely feature fireplace with inset gas fire and patio doors to the rear which open out to give access to the decked patio area. Cottage style door to an understairs storage cupboard.
Dining Room 3.57m (11' 9") x 2.66m (8' 9")
Open to the kitchen the dining room is a great family space, with Upvc window to the front and old school style radiator. Chimney breast with space for electric fire, alcoves to either side, coving and central ceiling light.
Kitchen 4.21m (13' 10") x 3.03m (9' 11")
For those who love cooking this is the perfect kitchen with a vast range of base and wall units, with plenty of worktop space. The kitchen benefits from a range of built in appliances including oven, hob, extractor, fridge and dishwasher. Contrasting tiled splashbacks and flooring, Upvc window with views to the rear elevation. Door from the kitchen leads into the rear kitchen/utility room.
Rear Kitchen/Utility Room 2.71m (8' 11") x 3.03m (9' 11")
With dual aspect Upvc windows to the side and rear elevation, Upvc part glazed door opening to the decked area. Fitted with a range of units, space for further appliances and sink with drainer.
Stairs To First Floor Landing
Stairs from the entrance hall lead to the first floor landing.
Bedroom One 3.93m (12' 11") x 3.65m (12' 0")
This good sized double bedroom with Upvc double glazed window with views to the front elevation. Neutral decoration with darker feature wall with original fireplace, radiator, coving and central ceiling light.
Bedroom Two 4.23m (13' 11") x 2.83m (9' 3")
This lovely modern double bedroom has a Upvc double glazed window to the rear elevation, radiator and downlights. There is also access to the large part boarded loft via loft hatch.
Bedroom Three 3.65m (12' 0") x 2.62m (8' 7")
Bedroom three is another good sized double with Upvc double glazed window to the front elevation, radiator and central ceiling. Modern grey decoration with industrial style planked chimney breast and contrasting grey carpet.
Bedroom Four 2.93m (9' 7") x 2.62m (8' 7")
The final bedroom in this wonderful home is a larger than expected single bedroom with dual aspect Upvc windows allowing lots of natural light to flow through. Again neutrally decorated with contrasting feature wall, ceiling downlights and radiator.
Shower Room 4.01m (13' 2") x 2.11m (6' 11")
A recent addition is this stunning shower room which is beautiful, with large walk in shower with waterfall shower head, tiled and panelled shower walls with inset shelf. A gorgeous wall mounted drawer vanity unit with large sink and waterfall tap, wc and wall mounted matt grey towel ladder radiator.
Upvc double glazed window to the rear elevation.
Outside
Walled and gated forecourt. While to the rear there is a decked patio area, garden with astro turf, side area ideal for storage of bins etc and flagged pathway leading to the garage and gate to the rear lane.
Garage & Workshop 6.89m (22' 7") x 3.40m (11' 2")
A fantastic feature of this house is the garage, with side door giving access from the garden and up and over garage door for car access from the lane at the back.
Stairs from the garage lead up to great workshop space.
Listed by
Millom
Home & Finance Ltd
Reference: 164475458
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 25/07/2025
Expiry date: 24/07/2035
Current heating cost: £1,498/year
Potential heating cost: £1,063/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £25,880
Recommendations
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£7,500 - £11,000)
- Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
- Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£120 - £140)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #8453460
Property Details
Street: 72 Lapstone Road
Town: MILLOM
Postcode: LA18 4BZ
Installation Details
Items: 1 door
Certificate Issued: 17/10/2011
Work Completed: 07/09/2011
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #3867097
Property Details
Street: 72 Lapstone Road
Town: MILLOM
Postcode: LA18 4BZ
Installation Details
Items: 6 windows
Certificate Issued: 10/07/2006
Work Completed: 25/06/2006
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 | 06/10/2025 (8 months ago) | £213,500 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 LAPSTONE ROAD, MILLOM, CUMBERLAND, LA18 4BU | £69,000 | 11/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 118 ALBERT STREET, MILLOM, CUMBERLAND, LA18 4AD | £72,000 | 19/08/2025 | Terraced |
| 92 ALBERT STREET, MILLOM, CUMBERLAND, LA18 4AD | £68,000 | 17/03/2025 | Terraced |
| 122 ALBERT STREET, MILLOM, CUMBERLAND, LA18 4AD | £74,000 | 17/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 108 ALBERT STREET, MILLOM, CUMBERLAND, LA18 4AD | £92,000 | 17/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 95 ALBERT STREET, MILLOM, CUMBERLAND, LA18 4AD | £92,000 | 13/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 24 WELLINGTON STREET, MILLOM, CUMBERLAND, LA18 4DE | £90,000 | 09/05/2023 | Terraced |
| 5 NEWTON STREET, MILLOM, CUMBERLAND, LA18 4DR | £77,500 | 27/04/2023 | Terraced |
| 116 ALBERT STREET, MILLOM, CUMBERLAND, LA18 4AD | £58,000 | 06/04/2023 | Terraced |
| 108 ALBERT STREET, MILLOM, CUMBERLAND, LA18 4AD | £44,000 | 31/03/2023 | Terraced |
| Same street 58 LAPSTONE ROAD, MILLOM, CUMBERLAND, LA18 4BZ | £150,000 | 22/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 22 NEWTON STREET, MILLOM, COPELAND, CUMBRIA, LA18 4DR | £72,500 | 20/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 173 ALBERT STREET, MILLOM, CUMBERLAND, LA18 4AB | £49,000 | 25/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 26 CROWN STREET, MILLOM, CUMBERLAND, LA18 4AG | £95,000 | 28/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 20 WELLINGTON STREET, MILLOM, COPELAND, CUMBRIA, LA18 4DE | £103,000 | 11/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 14 LAPSTONE ROAD, MILLOM, COPELAND, CUMBRIA, LA18 4BU | £75,000 | 06/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 19 EGREMONT STREET, MILLOM, COPELAND, CUMBRIA, LA18 4EA | £60,000 | 26/08/2022 | Terraced |
| 13 NELSON STREET, MILLOM, COPELAND, CUMBRIA, LA18 4DW | £58,000 | 22/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 113 ALBERT STREET, MILLOM, COPELAND, CUMBRIA, LA18 4AD | £77,000 | 01/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 8 LAPSTONE ROAD, MILLOM, COPELAND, CUMBRIA, LA18 4BU | £115,000 | 06/06/2022 | Terraced |
| 15B NELSON STREET, MILLOM, CUMBERLAND, LA18 4DW | £37,000 | 05/05/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 86 LAPSTONE ROAD, MILLOM, COPELAND, CUMBRIA, LA18 4BZ | £145,000 | 03/05/2022 | Terraced |
Street average: £147,500 (2 sales)
Area average: £73,900 (20 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): North West. Series: Terraced. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for North West. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Region from postcode lookup → North West.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Barrow-in-Furness: £805/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Market Square | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Park View School | 0.1 miles |
| Train station | Millom | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | JT Atkinson | 0.2 miles |
| Train station | Green Road | 2.6 miles |
| Shop | Tamar Guntrip Beauty Specialist | 2.8 miles |
| Hospital | Unknown | 6.9 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 10 |
| Public order | 3 |
| Shoplifting | 3 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 2 |
| Other theft | 2 |
| Drugs | 1 |
| Possession of weapons | 1 |
| Total incidents | 22 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millom Infant School | Primary | 0.1 miles | Inadequate — 24 Sep 2023 |
| Parkview Nursery School | Nursery | 0.2 miles | Good — 11 Dec 2014 |
| St James' Catholic Primary School | Primary | 0.2 miles | Good — 14 Oct 2014 |
| Millom School | Secondary | 0.3 miles | Good — 14 Jul 2022 |
| Black Combe Junior School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Requires improvement — 10 Sep 2024 |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).