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38 SANDPIPER WAY

PRESTON, COTTAM, LANCASHIRE PR4 0JU

4 beds 2 baths 114 m² Listed 17 Mar 2025 (-461d)

£314,950

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Front External Kitchen/Diner Lounge Garden Entrance Hall WC Lounge Lounge Kitchen/Diner Kitchen/Diner Kitchen/Diner Kitchen/Diner Utility Room Landing Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Ensuite Bedroom Two Bedroom Two Bedroom Two Bedroom Three Bedroom Four Family Bathroom Garden Garden Rear Exterior Bedroom Four

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

114 m²

Council tax band

E

Last sold

£310,000 Dec 2025

Local average

£394,228 (-20.1%)

Street crime

47 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Four Bedroom
  • Detached
  • Family Home
  • Excellent Travel Links
  • Close To City
  • Must Be Viewed
  • EPC Rating B
  • Approx. 1430 SQ.FT

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

Ben Rose Estate Agents are pleased to market this beautifully presented four-bedroom detached family home, located on a brand new estate in Cottam, Preston. Ideal for families, this spacious property offers the perfect balance of modern living with stylish interior design and with no chain, provides stress free move. The home is situated close to local amenities, including shops, schools, and restaurants, with excellent travel links nearby. The M6 and M55 motorways are just a short drive away, providing easy access to Preston, Blackpool, and surrounding towns.

Upon entering the home, you are greeted by a welcoming entrance hall that sets the tone for the rest of the property. To the right, a downstairs W.C adds to the convenience of the property. Also to the right is a spacious yet cosy lounge, featuring a large front facing window and patio doors to the garden that fills the room with natural light. Continuing through the hallway, you enter the modern open-plan kitchen and dining area, which is truly the heart of the home. The kitchen boasts integrated appliances, including a large fridge freezer, dishwasher, and a gas hob. The room is beautifully lit, and the open plan nature creates an airy and inviting space. Situated off from the kitchen you’ll find a practical utility room with a worktop and space for freestanding appliances.

Moving up to the first floor, the landing provides access to four generously sized bedrooms. The master bedroom benefits from a stylish three-piece en-suite offering privacy and convenience. The modern three piece family bathroom completes this floor.

Externally, the property features a driveway with space for several cars, as well as a large garage, providing additional parking or storage options. To the rear, the large, private garden offers another fantastic space, with a paved seating area perfect for summer evenings.

This beautiful family home offers space, style, and convenience, making it a fantastic opportunity for those seeking a modern home in a quiet, well-connected location.

Listed by

Longton

Ben Rose

Reference: 159502649

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Sold 17/12/2025 (6 months ago) £310,000 —

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
225 HOYLES LANE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0LD £585,000 11/12/2025 Detached
257 HOYLES LANE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0LD £750,000 20/11/2025 Detached
122 BUCKTHORN DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0PW £275,000 04/07/2025 Detached
72 CHELTENHAM CRESCENT, LIGHTFOOT GREEN, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0FJ £289,500 27/08/2024 Detached
Same street 54 SANDPIPER WAY, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0JU £281,995 01/09/2023 Detached
Same street 36 SANDPIPER WAY, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0JU £344,995 31/08/2023 Detached
Same street 37 SANDPIPER WAY, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0JU £268,495 31/08/2023 Detached
Same street 32 SANDPIPER WAY, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0JU £344,995 31/08/2023 Detached
28 JUNIPER DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0EE £399,995 31/08/2023 Detached
Same street 30 SANDPIPER WAY, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0JU £181,596 25/08/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 35 SANDPIPER WAY, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0JU £281,995 25/08/2023 Detached
Same street 28 SANDPIPER WAY, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0JU £173,596 25/08/2023 Semi-detached
42 JUNIPER DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0EE £289,995 07/07/2023 Detached
Same street 64 SANDPIPER WAY, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0JU £300,995 30/06/2023 Detached
2 HORNBEAM DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0EB £374,995 30/06/2023 Detached
70 CHELTENHAM CRESCENT, LIGHTFOOT GREEN, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0FJ £310,000 26/06/2023 Detached
Same street 26 SANDPIPER WAY, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0JU £216,995 16/06/2023 Semi-detached
8 HORNBEAM DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0EB £386,995 12/06/2023 Detached
Same street 50 SANDPIPER WAY, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0JU £373,260 12/05/2023 Other
Same street 22 SANDPIPER WAY, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0JU £225,995 12/05/2023 Semi-detached
100 BUCKTHORN DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0PW £355,750 28/04/2023 Detached
126 BUCKTHORN DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0PW £267,750 14/04/2023 Detached
18 HORNBEAM DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0EB £249,995 31/03/2023 Detached
40 JUNIPER DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0EE £264,995 30/03/2023 Detached
Same street 40 SANDPIPER WAY, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0JU £267,995 24/03/2023 Detached
Same street 42 SANDPIPER WAY, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0JU £240,995 24/02/2023 Detached
Same street 44 SANDPIPER WAY, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0JU £300,995 24/02/2023 Detached
Same street 46 SANDPIPER WAY, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0JU £240,995 17/02/2023 Detached
102 BUCKTHORN DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0PW £426,750 03/02/2023 Detached
28 CHELTENHAM CRESCENT, LIGHTFOOT GREEN, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0FJ £301,500 21/12/2022 Detached
106 BUCKTHORN DRIVE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0PW £334,750 16/12/2022 Detached
3 ASHDENE COURT, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0GX £330,000 10/12/2022 Detached
270 HOYLES LANE, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0LD £330,000 10/12/2022 Detached
2 ASHDENE COURT, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0GX £290,000 10/12/2022 Detached
1 ASHDENE COURT, COTTAM, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR4 0GX £310,000 10/12/2022 Detached

Street average: £269,726 (15 sales)

Area average: £356,149 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 14.3%
10y growth 35.6%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Preston. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 5.6%
5y (index) 25.7%
10y (index) 40.4%

Rental Range

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

Low £702/mo
Realistic £780/mo
Optimistic £858/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Preston.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Central Lancs: £922/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Cottam by Hoyles Lane East 0.1 miles
Bus stop Cottam adj Sidgreaves Lane 0.1 miles
University Westleigh Conference Centre 0.4 miles
Shop Spar 0.4 miles
Shop Co-op Food 0.5 miles
Train station Preston Riverside 1.8 miles
Train station Salwick 1.9 miles
Hospital Royal Preston Hospital 2.7 miles
University University of Lancashire 2.9 miles
Hospital Greater Lancashire Hospital 2.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 21
Other theft 7
Anti-social behaviour 6
Other crime 4
Criminal damage and arson 3
Public order 2
Shoplifting 2
Burglary 1
Vehicle crime 1
Total incidents 47

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
Lea Neeld's Endowed Church of England Primary School Primary 0.2 miles — (Inspected (no overall grade))
Cottam Primary School Primary 0.5 miles — (Inspected (no overall grade))
Ashton Primary School Primary 1.0 miles Good — 31 Oct 2012
St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Good — 25 Jun 2015
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Ingol, Preston Primary 1.1 miles Good — 15 May 2023

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.25%
Max investor price (0.8%) £97,500
Target investor price (1%) £78,000
  • 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).
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