# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (CW11 4AG) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 9 GATEKEEPER CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST CW11 4AG | | Price | £300,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | D | | Last sold | £240,000 Sep 2020 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** B - **Potential rating:** A - **Expiry date:** 19/09/2028 - **Current heating cost:** £258/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £11,500 ### Recommendations - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£5,000 - £8,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8208-7431-6740-7000-1926) ## Description Presenting a spacious detached family home, perfectly positioned in the sought-after area of Sandbach. This impressive property boasts generous living accommodation, ideal for modern family life. Step inside to discover a welcoming lounge, providing a comfortable retreat for relaxation and entertaining. The spacious dining kitchen serves as the heart of the home, offering ample space for family meals and social gatherings. Three well-proportioned bedrooms ensure there is plenty of room for everyone in the household. Externally, the home is complemented by attractive gardens, ideal for both children's play and outdoor dining during the warmer months. There is a detached garage, adding valuable storage and secure parking. The location is exceptionally well connected, with excellent transport links. Situated close to Junction 17 of the M6, commuters will enjoy swift access to both regional and national road networks, making daily travel a breeze. Sandbach itself is a vibrant market town, renowned for its picturesque settings, historic charm, and welcoming community. Local amenities, including schools, shops, and leisure facilities, are all within easy reach, and the area's beautiful open countryside provides plentiful opportunities for outdoor pursuits. This delightful home offers space, comfort, and convenience in an enviable location. Arrange your viewing today and start planning your future in Sandbach. Council Tax Band: D (Cheshire East) Tenure: Freehold ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116060) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116061) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116062) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116063) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116064) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116065) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116066) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116067) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116068) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116069) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116070) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116071) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116072) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116073) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116074) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116075) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116076) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116077) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116078) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116079) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116080) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116081) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116082) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116083) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172463762/116084) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/172463762/116085) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC](/listings/photos/172463762/116086) - EPC ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 9 GATEKEEPER CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AG | £240,000 | 25/09/2020 | Detached | | 9 GATEKEEPER CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AG | £239,995 | 28/09/2018 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 2 ALDERLEY CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 1YX | £630,000 | 16/01/2026 | Detached | | 2 COMMA ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AE | £360,000 | 31/10/2025 | Detached | | [Same street] 11 GATEKEEPER CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AG | £255,000 | 10/11/2023 | Terraced | | 43 COMMA ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AE | £475,000 | 27/10/2023 | Detached | | 16 PARKHOUSE DRIVE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 1YW | £458,000 | 31/08/2023 | Detached | | 14 HOLLY BLUE ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AF | £142,500 | 26/06/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 6 GATEKEEPER CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AG | £260,000 | 18/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 10 COMMA ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AE | £295,000 | 17/10/2022 | Detached | | 7 FILTER BED WAY, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AD | £280,000 | 30/09/2022 | Detached | | 5 FILTER BED WAY, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AD | £280,000 | 27/09/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 4 GATEKEEPER CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AG | £260,500 | 29/07/2022 | Semi-detached | | 5 HOLLY BLUE ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AF | £344,995 | 06/07/2022 | Detached | | 2 HOLLY BLUE ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AF | £350,000 | 01/07/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 15 GATEKEEPER CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AG | £249,000 | 30/06/2022 | Terraced | | 32 HOLLY BLUE ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AF | £355,995 | 30/06/2022 | Detached | | 30 HOLLY BLUE ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AF | £355,995 | 30/06/2022 | Detached | | 50 HOLLY BLUE ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AF | £331,495 | 17/06/2022 | Detached | | 48 HOLLY BLUE ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AF | £409,995 | 17/06/2022 | Detached | | 41 HOLLY BLUE ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AF | £327,995 | 27/05/2022 | Detached | | 43 HOLLY BLUE ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AF | £279,495 | 27/05/2022 | Detached | | 39 HOLLY BLUE ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AF | £358,995 | 26/05/2022 | Detached | | 131 CONGLETON ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4SP | £795,000 | 14/04/2022 | Detached | | 4 SKIPPER CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AL | £275,995 | 25/03/2022 | Detached | | 6 SKIPPER CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 4AL | £324,495 | 25/03/2022 | Detached | **Street average:** £256,125 (4 sales) **Area average:** £371,548 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £413,691 (39 Detached, CW11, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -27.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £878/mo - **Realistic:** £975/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,073/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for South Cheshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £678/mo ## 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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | [St. Oswalds Crescent, Sandbach, CW11](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/95b5c0b) | £1,500/mo | 3 | 1.66 miles | Rightmove | **Average rent: £1,500/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.5% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £187,500 - **Target investor price (1%):** £150,000 *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 OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,500/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 6% - **Cost-to-rent:** 16.7× - **Monthly cashflow:** £144/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 2% *Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − 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).* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £2,970/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 12.5% - **10y growth:** 45.9% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 1.6% - **5y growth (index):** 23.6% - **10y growth (index):** 51.5% ## 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)