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BIRKDALE COURT, STATION ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER CW9 5RP

2 beds 1 baths 592 sq ft Listed 28 Apr 2026 (-46d)

£90,000

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# 2 bedroom apartment for sale (CW9 5RP)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 2, BIRKDALE COURT, STATION ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER CW9 5RP |
| Price | £90,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1983-1990 |
| Floor area | 55 m² |
| Last sold | £75,000 Apr 2012 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 10/02/2036
- **Current heating cost:** £365/year

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2336-2922-8500-0949-8296)

## Description

Accessed via a shared entrance serving only this apartment and the ground floor property, the accommodation is both practical and well laid out. Inside, the apartment features a spacious lounge, ideal for relaxing or entertaining, along with two generous double bedrooms. The compact yet highly usable kitchen makes good use of the available space, while the family bathroom completes the internal layout. The property also benefits from recently upgraded windows throughout, enhancing comfort and energy efficiency.

Externally, the apartment comes with its own allocated parking space, adding further convenience.

The location is a real highlight, being within easy reach of Northwich town centre, where a wide range of shops, cafés, restaurants, supermarkets, and leisure facilities can be found. Excellent transport links and everyday amenities are also close by, making this a practical and desirable place to live.

With a little bit of love and modernisation, this apartment has the potential to become an amazing home or a strong investment opportunity. Early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the space, location, and potential on offer.

EPC Rating: C

## Property Photos

- ![Main](/listings/photos/87776907/313517) - Main
- ![Hall](/listings/photos/87776907/313518) - Hall
- ![Hall](/listings/photos/87776907/313519) - Hall
- ![Lounge](/listings/photos/87776907/313520) - Lounge
- ![Lounge](/listings/photos/87776907/313521) - Lounge
- ![Lounge](/listings/photos/87776907/313522) - Lounge
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/87776907/313523) - Kitchen
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/87776907/313524) - Kitchen
- ![Main Bedroom](/listings/photos/87776907/313525) - Main Bedroom
- ![Main Bedroom](/listings/photos/87776907/313526) - Main Bedroom
- ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/87776907/313527) - Bedroom 2
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/87776907/313528) - Bathroom

## Floorplans

- ![2D Floorplan](/listings/photos/87776907/313529) - 2D Floorplan

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| BIRKDALE COURT 2 STATION ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5RP | £75,000 | 12/04/2012 | Flat |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 96 STATION ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5RB | £200,000 | 07/12/2023 | Flat |
| 15 FLAT 2 MANCHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5LY | £80,000 | 16/12/2022 | Flat |
| [Same street] BIRKDALE COURT 7 STATION ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5RP | £85,000 | 15/10/2021 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £85,000 (1 sale)
**Area average:** £140,000 (2 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £123,909 (11 Flat, CW9, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -27.4%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire West and Chester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £869/mo
- **Realistic:** £966/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,063/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Kendal (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £648/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 1.07% (strong)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £120,750
- **Target investor price (1%):** £96,600

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £1,636/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -13.7%
- **10y growth:** 18.7%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Cheshire West and Chester; Flats and maisonettes series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -2.5%
- **5y growth (index):** 9.3%
- **10y growth (index):** 33.5%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Tenure

LEASEHOLD

Floor area

55 m²

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1983-1990

Last sold

£75,000 Apr 2012

Price per m²

£1,636/m²

Local average

£123,909 (-27.4%)

Deprivation

Decile 2 (3,851 of 33,755)

Street crime

145 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Ideal for investors
Shops and amenities nearby
Fantastic location
Perfect for First Time Buyers

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Restrictions: No
Rights of way: No
Flooded in last 5 years: No
Flood defences: No

Description

A well-positioned two-bedroom first floor apartment located on Birkdale Court, Station Road, Northwich, offering an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, investors, or those looking to downsize.
Accessed via a shared entrance serving only this apartment and the ground floor property, the accommodation is both practical and well laid out. Inside, the apartment features a spacious lounge, ideal for relaxing or entertaining, along with two generous double bedrooms. The compact yet highly usable kitchen makes good use of the available space, while the family bathroom completes the internal layout. The property also benefits from recently upgraded windows throughout, enhancing comfort and energy efficiency.
Externally, the apartment comes with its own allocated parking space, adding further convenience.
The location is a real highlight, being within easy reach of Northwich town centre, where a wide range of shops, cafés, restaurants, supermarkets, and leisure facilities can be found. Excellent transport links and everyday amenities are also close by, making this a practical and desirable place to live.
With a little bit of love and modernisation, this apartment has the potential to become an amazing home or a strong investment opportunity. Early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the space, location, and potential on offer.
EPC Rating: C

Listed by

Weaverham

Morgans Of Cheshire

Reference: 87776907

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 11/02/2026

Expiry date: 10/02/2036

Current heating cost: £365/year

Potential heating cost: £365/year

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

2D Floorplan

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Listed for sale	—	£90,000	+20%
Sold	12/04/2012 (14 years ago)	£75,000	—

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
96 STATION ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5RB	£200,000	07/12/2023	Flat
15 FLAT 2 MANCHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5LY	£80,000	16/12/2022	Flat
Same street BIRKDALE COURT 7 STATION ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5RP	£85,000	15/10/2021	Terraced

Street average: £85,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £140,000 (2 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -13.7%

10y growth 18.7%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire West and Chester. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of March 2026.

1y (index) -2.5%

5y (index) 9.3%

10y (index) 33.5%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Cheshire West and Chester. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £869/mo

Realistic £966/mo

Optimistic £1,063/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire West and Chester.

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

Location

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Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Northwich, Station Road / Hadfield Street	0.0 miles
Shop	Vale Royal Angling Centre	0.0 miles
Shop	Heads Up	0.0 miles
Train station	Northwich	0.1 miles
Hospital	Victoria Infimary	0.8 miles
Train station	Lostock Gralam	1.5 miles
Hospital	Weaver Lodge Independent Hospital	5.0 miles
University	University of Chester - Warrington Campus	10.8 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	50
Shoplifting	24
Anti-social behaviour	21
Public order	13
Drugs	9
Burglary	7
Other theft	7
Criminal damage and arson	5
Other crime	3
Vehicle crime	3
Theft from the person	2
Possession of weapons	1
Total incidents	145

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
Victoria Road Primary School	Primary	0.1 miles	Good — 9 Jun 2024
Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School	Primary	0.3 miles	Requires improvement — 30 Mar 2023
The Rudheath Senior Academy	Secondary	0.8 miles	Good — 8 Feb 2018
Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College	Other	1.0 miles	— (No rating)
Charles Darwin Community Primary School	Primary	1.1 miles	Good — 7 Apr 2011

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 1.07%

Max investor price (0.8%) £120,750

Target investor price (1%) £96,600

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).