17 HEWITT STREET
CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST CW2 6DZ
Listing type
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Property details
Listing category
Auction
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
60 m²
Council tax band
A
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Last sold
£65,000 Jan 2016
Price per m²
£1,417/m²
Local average
£219,298 (-61.2%)
Deprivation
Decile 2 (5,873 of 33,755)
Street crime
335 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)
Key features
- For Sale By Modern Method Of Auction
- Excellent Buy-To-Let Investment Opportunity
- Two Bedroom Mid Terrace Property
- Walking Distance To Crewe Railway Station
- Enclosed Low Maintenance Rear Yard
- Ideal Addition To An Investment Portfolio
- Convenient Access to Nantwich Road and Town Centre
- Council Tax Band A
- Freehold Property
- Viewing Recommended
Additional details
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Offered for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, this well-presented two-bedroom mid-terrace property represents an attractive investment opportunity, being sold with tenants in situ and providing immediate rental income from completion. Situated within an established residential area of Crewe, the property is ideally positioned for access to a wide range of local amenities, schools, shops and excellent transport connections, making it a consistently popular location with tenants.
The accommodation is well laid out and comprises a spacious lounge offering comfortable living space, together with a fitted kitchen providing ample storage and workspace. To the first floor are two generously sized bedrooms and a family bathroom.
Externally, the property benefits from an enclosed rear garden designed for low-maintenance living, providing an attractive outdoor space for occupants. On-street parking is available nearby, and the property enjoys a convenient position within easy reach of Crewe town centre and the railway station, one of the UK's major transport hubs, offering direct links to Manchester, Birmingham and London.
Crewe continues to be a popular location for property investors due to its strong rental demand, affordability and ongoing regeneration, making this an excellent opportunity for those seeking to expand an existing portfolio or acquire a straightforward investment with income from day one. The property's tenant-in-situ status removes the need to source occupants following purchase, allowing a seamless transition for investors.
Early enquiry and viewing are highly recommended to fully appreciate the accommodation and investment potential available.
Auctioneers Comments Ftb - This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, meaning the buyer and seller are to Complete within 56 days (the "Reservation Period"). Interested parties personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold).
If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.
A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.
The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Part Payment Deposit of 4.5% of the purchase price, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00. This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is used as part-payment towards the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.
Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Any payment that will be received by the Agent or Auctioneer will be confirmed to you in writing before services are taken. Services are optional.
Lounge - 3.889m x 3.834m (12'9" x 12'6" ) -
Kitchen - 3.288m x 3.002m (10'9" x 9'10" ) -
Store -
Stairs To First Floor -
Landing -
Bedroom One - 3.902m x 3.829m (max) (12'9" x 12'6" (max)) -
Bedroom Two - 4.245m x 1.696m (max) (13'11" x 5'6" (max)) -
Bathroom -
Externally - Enclosed rear yard
Council Tax - Band A
Tenure - We understand from the vendor that the property is freehold. We would however recommend that your solicitor check the tenure prior to exchange of contracts.
Why Choose Us? - At Stephenson Browne Crewe, our commitment to outstanding service and extensive local knowledge has earned us recognition as one of the UK’s leading independent estate agents. In a highly competitive industry, we are proud to be named among the Top 500 Sales & Lettings Agents in the country and honoured by ESTA's as winners of Gold Awards in both Sales and Lettings.
For a FREE valuation, please call or email and we will be delighted to assist.
Listed by
Crewe
Stephenson Browne Ltd
Reference: 90300390
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 10/03/2020
Expiry date: 09/03/2030
Current heating cost: £588/year
Potential heating cost: £517/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £18,515
Recommendations
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
- Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£15)
- Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)
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 #1157034
Property Details
Street: 17 Hewitt Street
Town: CREWE
Postcode: CW2 6DZ
Installation Details
Items: 4 windows and 1 door
Certificate Issued: 21/11/2003
Work Completed: 05/09/2003
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #1101673
Property Details
Street: 17 Hewitt Street
Town: CREWE
Postcode: CW2 6DZ
Installation Details
Items: 4 windows and 1 door
Certificate Issued: 24/10/2003
Work Completed: 05/09/2003
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
24% since 2010
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £85,000 | +30.8% |
| Sold | 22/01/2016 (10 years ago) | £65,000 | +8.3% |
| Sold | 12/02/2010 (16 years ago) | £60,000 | +14.3% |
| Sold | 04/02/2010 (16 years ago) | £52,500 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same street 15 HEWITT STREET, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6DZ | £110,000 | 30/11/2023 | Terraced |
| ROYAL HOTEL NANTWICH ROAD, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6AG | £1,800,000 | 18/05/2022 | Other |
| RAIL HOUSE GRESTY ROAD, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6EA | £1,475,000 | 05/04/2022 | Other |
Street average: £110,000 (1 sale)
Area average: £1,637,500 (2 sales)
Capital growth trend
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire East. Series: All dwelling types. As of April 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cheshire East. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for South Cheshire: £573/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Crewe, Gresty Road / Rail House (Stop H) | 0.0 miles |
| Shop | Amuza's Barber Shop | 0.0 miles |
| Bus stop | Crewe, Gresty Road / Rail House (Stop G) | 0.0 miles |
| Shop | Different | 0.1 miles |
| Train station | Crewe | 0.2 miles |
| University | University of Buckingham Crewe Campus | 0.7 miles |
| Train station | Nantwich | 3.8 miles |
| University | Keele University | 9.2 miles |
| Hospital | Haywood Hospital Walk-in Centre | 10.5 miles |
| Hospital | Tarporley War Memorial Hospital | 10.7 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 123 |
| Shoplifting | 43 |
| Public order | 39 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 36 |
| Drugs | 22 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 19 |
| Other theft | 17 |
| Burglary | 13 |
| Bicycle theft | 9 |
| Possession of weapons | 5 |
| Vehicle crime | 4 |
| Other crime | 2 |
| Theft from the person | 2 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Total incidents | 335 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westminster Nursery School | Nursery | 0.3 miles | Good — 26 Nov 2014 |
| Ruskin Community High School | Secondary | 0.4 miles | Good — 1 Jul 2015 |
| Pebble Brook Primary School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 25 Nov 2014 |
| Edleston Primary School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 10 Jun 2016 |
| Cheshire College - South & West | Other | 0.6 miles | — (No rating) |
Rental Comparables
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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).