Sold STC Semi-detached

15 BURTON ACRES LANE

HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKBURTON, WEST YORKSHIRE HD8 0QR

3 beds 1 baths 81 m² Listed 28 Nov 2024 (-599d)

£260,000

Fixed Price

Reduced on 21 Feb 2025

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LOUNGE Photo 2 KITCHEN Photo 4 LOUNGE DINING ROOM KITCHEN FIRST FLOOR LANDING BEDROOM ONE BEDROOM ONE BEDROOM THREE BEDROOM TWO Photo 13 SHOWER ROOM GARAGE GARAGE

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

81 m²

Council tax band

C

Last sold

£255,000 May 2025

Local average

£271,661 (-4.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (30,367 of 33,755)

Street crime

28 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • Detached garage and off-street parking

Additional details

Parking
Driveway
Garden
Front garden, Rear garden
Listed property
No
Restrictions
No
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

A THREE DOUBLE BEDROOM, SEMI-DETACHED, FAMILY HOME LOCATED IN THE HIGHLY DESIRABLE VILLAGE OF HIGHBURTON, OCCUPYING A PLEASANT POSITION, A SHORT WALK FROM LOCAL AMENITIES, WITH RURAL WALKS NEAR BY AND CONVENIENTLY POSITIONED FOR ACCESS TO COMMUTER LINKS. THE PROPERTY IS IN CATCHMENT FOR WELL REGARDED SCHOOLING AND BENEFITS FROM DRIVEWAY, DETACHED GARAGE AND THREE WELL PROPORTIONED DOUBLE ROOMS.
The accommodation briefly comprises of entrance porch, spacious lounge, formal dining room and kitchen to the ground floor. To the first floor there are three double bedrooms and the house bathroom. Externally there is a driveway to the front providing off street parking leading down the side of the property to a detached garage. There is a lawn garden to the front and to the rear is a flagged patio and lawn.
Tenure Freehold. Council Tax Band C. EPC Rating D.
EPC Rating: DENTRANCE PORCH
Enter into the property through a composite front door into the entrance porch which enjoys a great deal of natural light with dual aspect, double glazed windows with obscure glass to the front and side elevations. There is a ceiling light point, ample space for cloaks and boots and an oak door proceeds to the lounge.
LOUNGE (3.66m x 5.18m)
As the photography suggests, the lounge is a generously proportioned, light and airy reception room, which features a bank of double glazed windows to the front elevation. There is decorative coving to the ceilings, a radiator, a central ceiling light point and the focal point of the room is the living flame effect gas fireplace with an attractive limestone inset mantel and surround.
DINING ROOM (2.84m x 4.27m)
The formal dining room features decorative coving to the ceilings, high quality flooring, a ceiling light point and a radiator. A staircase with oak banister and spindle balustrade proceeds to the first floor. Additionally, there is a bank of double glazed windows to the rear elevation which provides a pleasant view across the properties rear garden and an oak door leads into the kitchen.
KITCHEN (2.26m x 4.27m)
The kitchen features a wide range of fitted wall and base units with complimentary rolled edge worksurfaces over, which incorporate a single bowl stainless steel sink and drainer unit with chrome mixer tap. The kitchen is equipped with built in appliances which include a four ring gas hob with integrated cooker hood over and a built in electric double oven, an integral dishwasher and built in undercounter fridge and freezer units. There is tiling to the splash area, plumbing and provisions for an automatic washing machine, a tall pantry cabinet and tile effect vinyl flooring. Additionally, the kitchen features a bank of double glazed windows to the rear elevation. There is decorative coving to the ceilings, a ceiling light point, double glazed external composite door with obscure and stain glass inserts with leaded detailing to the side elevation and an oak door encloses a useful coats cupboard which has a ceiling light point and fitted shelving in situ.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Taking the staircase to the first floor, you reach the light and airy landing, which features a bank of double glazed windows to the side elevation, a ceiling light point, a radiator and a loft hatch which provides access to a useful attic space. There are oak doors proving access to three well proportioned double bedrooms and the house bathroom.
BEDROOM ONE (3.66m x 3.89m)
Bedroom one is a generously proportioned, light and airy double bedroom which features a bank of double glazed windows to the front elevation which provides a pleasant outlook onto Burton Acres Lane and of the treelined outlook. There is a ceiling light point, a radiator and a bank of built-in wardrobes.
BEDROOM TWO (3.35m x 3.51m)
Bedroom two, again, is a light and airy double bedroom with a bank of double glazed windows to the rear elevation, which has breath-taking open aspect views over rooftops far into the distance. There is a ceiling light point, a radiator, a useful built-in storage cupboard over the bulk head of the stairs and fitted wardrobes which has hanging rails and shelving in situ.
BEDROOM THREE (2.01m x 2.74m)
Bedroom three is a double bedroom, again with space for freestanding furniture, there is a bank of double glazed windows to the front elevation, a ceiling light point and a radiator.
SHOWER ROOM (1.63m x 2.34m)
The house bathroom features a modern, contemporary three piece suite which comprises of a low level w.c with push button flush, a broad pedestal wash hand basin with chrome monobloc mixer tap and a fixed frame shower cubicle with thermostatic rainfall shower and with separate handheld attachment. There is part tilling and part panelling to the splash areas, a ceiling light point, chrome ladder style radiator and a bank of double glazed windows with obscure glass to the rear elevation.
GARAGE (2.84m x 4.95m)
The garage features an up and over door. There is lighting and power in situ and a bank of double glazed windows with obscure glass to the rear elevation.
Front Garden
Externally to the front, the property features a tarmacadam driveway, providing off-street parking. A gate from the drive way proceeds down the side of the property, providing further parking in tandem and which leads to the detached garage. The front garden is laid predominantly to lawn with flower and shrub beds and an external light.
Rear Garden
Externally to the rear, the property features an enclosed low maintenance garden, which is laid predominantly to lawn with a flagged patio area creating an ideal space for alfresco dining and barbecuing. There are part walled and part fenced boundaries and an external security light to the side.
Parking - Driveway

Listed by

Kirkburton

Simon Blyth

Reference: 155483534

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

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Floorplans

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FENSA Certificates

This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #8874084

Property Details

Street: 15 Burton Acres Lane

Town: Kirkburton

Postcode: HD8 0QR

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 28/05/2012

Work Completed: 04/04/2012

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #1226561

Property Details

Street: 15 Burton Acres Lane

Town: Kirkburton

Postcode: HD8 0QR

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 17/11/2003

Work Completed: 17/01/2003

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #17365004 Recent

Property Details

Street: 15 Burton Acres Lane

Town: Kirkburton

Postcode: HD8 0QR

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 12/07/2026

Work Completed: 11/03/2026

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

305% since 1998

Event Date Price % change
Sold 22/05/2025 (1 year ago) £255,000 +304.8%
Sold 06/11/1998 (27 years ago) £63,000

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
5C GARNER LANE, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0QX £342,000 12/12/2025 Semi-detached
2 TOWNGATE, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0QP £290,000 15/08/2025 Semi-detached
35 BURTON ACRES WAY, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0RF £235,000 31/08/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 1 BURTON ACRES LANE, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0QR £260,000 09/06/2023 Semi-detached
39 SLANT GATE, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0QL £200,000 23/05/2023 Semi-detached
1 COTSWOLD MEWS, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0XE £250,000 15/05/2023 Semi-detached
19 BURTON ACRES WAY, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0RF £240,000 11/11/2022 Semi-detached
35 COTSWOLD MEWS, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0XE £240,000 11/11/2022 Semi-detached
26 OAKLAND COURT, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0XF £263,000 21/10/2022 Semi-detached
33 BIRKHEAD CLOSE, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0GR £280,000 30/09/2022 Semi-detached
10 ELM COURT, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0TB £200,000 23/09/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 92 BURTON ACRES LANE, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0QR £425,000 25/08/2022 Detached
25 BURTON ACRES WAY, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0RF £200,000 12/08/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 84 BURTON ACRES LANE, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0QR £452,000 17/06/2022 Detached
33 BURTON ACRES WAY, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0RF £235,000 22/04/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 26 BURTON ACRES LANE, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0QR £465,000 24/03/2022 Detached
5 OAKLAND COURT, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0XF £295,000 24/03/2022 Semi-detached
54 BIRKHEAD CLOSE, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0GS £300,000 21/03/2022 Semi-detached
3 COTSWOLD MEWS, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0XE £260,000 14/12/2021 Semi-detached
11 BURTON ACRES MEWS, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0RE £230,000 09/11/2021 Semi-detached
8 SOUTHFIELD COURT, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0RG £240,000 30/09/2021 Semi-detached
Same street 1B BURTON ACRES LANE, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0QR £250,000 24/09/2021 Semi-detached
78 HIGHFIELD ROAD, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0RQ £207,000 31/08/2021 Semi-detached
31 BURTON ACRES WAY, KIRKBURTON, HUDDERSFIELD, KIRKLEES, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD8 0RF £210,000 20/08/2021 Semi-detached

Street average: £370,400 (5 sales)

Area average: £248,263 (19 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 24%
10y growth 63.9%

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

1y (index) 4.9%
5y (index) 29%
10y (index) 60%

Rental Range

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

Low £698/mo
Realistic £775/mo
Optimistic £853/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Kirklees.

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

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Town Gate Burton Acres Lane 0.1 miles
Bus stop Highburton Co-op 0.1 miles
Shop Try Cycling 0.2 miles
Shop Lintons 0.4 miles
Train station Stocksmoor 1.7 miles
Train station Shepley 2.0 miles
University University of Huddersfield 2.0 miles
Hospital Holme Valley Memorial Hospital 4.1 miles
Hospital Huddersfield Royal Infirmary 5.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Anti-social behaviour 9
Violence and sexual offences 8
Public order 4
Vehicle crime 3
Burglary 1
Criminal damage and arson 1
Other theft 1
Possession of weapons 1
Total incidents 28

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
Highburton CofE First Academy Primary 0.1 miles Good — 19 Mar 2014
Kirkburton Middle School Primary 0.5 miles Good — 17 Jan 2022
Kirkburton Church of England Voluntary Aided First School Primary 0.6 miles Good — 27 Jan 2012
Rowley Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School Primary 0.9 miles Good — 30 Apr 2015
Lepton CofE Primary Academy Primary 1.2 miles Good — 11 Jan 2016

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 Terraced House, Rowley Lane, HD8 £1,075/mo 3 1.05 miles OpenRent
3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Hawthorne Way, HD8 £1,350/mo 3 1.22 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,213/mo (2 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.47%
Max investor price (0.8%) £151,625
Target investor price (1%) £121,300
Gross yield 5.6%
Cost-to-rent ratio 17.9×
Monthly cashflow £43/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 0.7%
  • 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).