# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (WA4 4QS) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 16, ASHBERRY DRIVE, APPLETON THORN, WARRINGTON WA4 4QS | | Price | £950,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Council tax | G | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1983-1990 | | Floor area | 175 m² | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 07/09/2027 - **Current heating cost:** £1,173/year ### Recommendations - A (350) - W2 (6,000) - E (60) - N (6,000) - U (8,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8804-6885-5329-6507-6133) ## Description This outstanding four double bedroom detached family home must be viewed to fully appreciate not only the generous proportions and versatile layout on offer, but also the exceptional level of privacy afforded by its enviable position. Standing well back from the road within a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after village of Appleton Thorn, the property enjoys a secluded setting with open views across playing fields to the rear and extends to approximately 2,508 sq. ft. of beautifully presented accommodation. Constructed from attractive reclaimed brick, this impressive residence offers a wealth of high-quality features throughout. The spacious accommodation briefly comprises an inviting entrance hallway, cloakroom/WC, substantial lounge, separate dining room, study/home office and an impressive family room, providing four reception rooms in total and offering excellent flexibility for modern family living. At the heart of the home is a superb open-plan kitchen/dining room, fitted with an extensive range of quality units and complemented by granite worktops. The kitchen and adjoining living spaces are further enhanced by luxurious Calacatta marble flooring, whilst the conservatory overlooks the rear garden and creates an excellent space for entertaining and everyday family life. The property's bathrooms are equally impressive, featuring Calacatta marble walls and flooring that add a sense of luxury throughout. To the first floor, the property offers four generously sized double bedrooms, including two superb bedroom suites. The principal suite benefits from a dressing room, walk-in wardrobe and luxurious en-suite bathroom, whilst the second bedroom also enjoys its own dressing area and en-suite facilities. Two further double bedrooms are served by a stylish family bathroom. Externally, the property is approached via a generous driveway providing ample off-road parking and leading to a detached double garage. To the rear, the private enclosed garden backs directly onto open playing fields, providing an attractive outlook and an exceptional degree of privacy rarely found in such a convenient location. Appleton Thorn remains one of South Warrington's most desirable villages, renowned for its semi-rural charm, excellent local amenities and convenient access to Stockton Heath, Warrington town centre and the region's major motorway networks, making it an ideal location for families and commuters alike. Early viewing is strongly recommended to fully appreciate the size, quality, privacy and unique setting of this exceptional family home. Please note that an AML fee is chargeable once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. ## Property Photos - ![Front](/listings/photos/92128029/2024891) - Front - ![Front](/listings/photos/92128029/2024892) - Front - ![Front](/listings/photos/92128029/2024893) - Front - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/92128029/2024894) - Kitchen - ![Rear](/listings/photos/92128029/2024895) - Rear - ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/92128029/2024896) - Bedroom Two - ![Front](/listings/photos/92128029/2024897) - Front - ![Hallway](/listings/photos/92128029/2024898) - Hallway - ![Family/Games Room](/listings/photos/92128029/2024899) - Family/Games Room - ![Study](/listings/photos/92128029/2024900) - Study - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/92128029/2024901) - Lounge - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/92128029/2024902) - Lounge - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/92128029/2024903) - Kitchen - ![Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/92128029/2024904) - Kitchen/Diner - ![Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/92128029/2024905) - Kitchen/Diner - ![Conservatory](/listings/photos/92128029/2024906) - Conservatory - ![W.C](/listings/photos/92128029/2024907) - W.C - ![Drone](/listings/photos/92128029/2024908) - Drone - ![Drone](/listings/photos/92128029/2024909) - Drone - ![Picture No. 50](/listings/photos/92128029/2024910) - Picture No. 50 - ![Landing](/listings/photos/92128029/2024911) - Landing - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/92128029/2024912) - Bathroom - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/92128029/2024913) - Bathroom - ![Bedroom Four](/listings/photos/92128029/2024914) - Bedroom Four - ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/92128029/2024915) - Bedroom One - ![En Suit](/listings/photos/92128029/2024916) - En Suit - ![En Suit](/listings/photos/92128029/2024917) - En Suit - ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/92128029/2024918) - Bedroom Two - ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/92128029/2024919) - Bedroom Two - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/92128029/2024920) - Bathroom - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/92128029/2024921) - Bathroom - ![Bedroom Three](/listings/photos/92128029/2024922) - Bedroom Three - ![Garden](/listings/photos/92128029/2024923) - Garden - ![Picture No. 54](/listings/photos/92128029/2024924) - Picture No. 54 - ![Rear](/listings/photos/92128029/2024925) - Rear ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/92128029/2024926) - Floorplan ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/92128029/2024927) - EPC Rating Graph ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 16 ASHBERRY DRIVE, APPLETON THORN, WARRINGTON, WA4 4QS | £232,500 | 26/06/2001 | Detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 7 ASHBERRY DRIVE, APPLETON THORN, WARRINGTON, WA4 4QY | £575,000 | 16/01/2026 | Detached | | [Same street] 50 ASHBERRY DRIVE, APPLETON THORN, WARRINGTON, WA4 4QS | £690,000 | 14/11/2025 | Detached | | [Same street] 71 ASHBERRY DRIVE, APPLETON THORN, WARRINGTON, WA4 4QS | £695,000 | 19/12/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 75 ASHBERRY DRIVE, APPLETON THORN, WARRINGTON, WA4 4QS | £632,500 | 16/11/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] THE BEECH, 32 ASHBERRY DRIVE, APPLETON THORN, WARRINGTON, WA4 4QS | £625,000 | 15/11/2022 | Detached | | 5 SPINNEY GARDENS, APPLETON THORN, WARRINGTON, WA4 4TJ | £360,000 | 11/11/2022 | Detached | | 8 THORN TREE GREEN, APPLETON THORN, WARRINGTON, WA4 4QU | £360,000 | 07/10/2022 | Detached | | LEWCRIS GRAPPENHALL LANE, APPLETON, WARRINGTON, WA4 4QX | £340,000 | 11/03/2022 | Detached | | 9 CROFTON CLOSE, APPLETON THORN, WARRINGTON, WA4 4TA | £550,000 | 16/11/2021 | Detached | | [Same street] 33 ASHBERRY DRIVE, APPLETON THORN, WARRINGTON, WA4 4QS | £637,000 | 17/09/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £655,900 (5 sales) **Area average:** £437,000 (5 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £603,247 (67 Detached, WA4, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +57.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Warrington). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £805/mo - **Realistic:** £894/mo - **Optimistic:** £983/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for North Cheshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £997/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.09% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £111,750 - **Target investor price (1%):** £89,400 *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:** £5,429/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 24.8% - **10y growth:** 39.3% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Warrington; Detached series; as of May 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 3.1% - **5y growth (index):** 24.7% - **10y growth (index):** 55.8% ## 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)