# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (CW11 1SX) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 6 SWALLOW DRIVE, SANDBACH, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE CW11 1SX | | Price | £425,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | D | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1991-1995 | | Floor area | 104 m² | | Last sold | £87,000 Jan 1998 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 21/06/2036 - **Current heating cost:** £1,341/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £17,550 ### Recommendations - A (£900 - £1,200) - W2 (£5,000 - £10,000) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2211-1113-1121-9449-3493) ## Description NO ONWARD CHAIN | FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED FAMILY HOME | PRIVATE REAR GARDEN | GARAGE & DRIVEWAY | POPULAR SANDBACH LOCATION Set within an established residential area of Sandbach, this spacious four bedroom detached family home offers the kind of practical layout, outside space and location that works particularly well for everyday family life. Positioned on popular Swallow Drive and offered with no onward chain, the property provides generous accommodation across two floors, together with a private rear garden, driveway parking and integral garage. For buyers looking for a home that gives them space to grow into, separate rooms for different parts of family life and a convenient location close to schools, local amenities and Sandbach town centre, this property deserves a closer look. From the moment you step inside, the layout feels practical and easy to live with. The entrance hallway leads through to the main ground floor rooms, with a downstairs WC adding useful everyday convenience. The separate living room provides a comfortable place to relax away from the busier parts of the home. Whether it is used for family evenings, entertaining or simply somewhere to switch off at the end of the day, having a dedicated lounge gives the property a flexibility that many modern open plan homes do not always provide. The kitchen diner is one of the most important spaces in the house and offers room for both cooking and dining, making it a natural hub for day to day family life. There is space to prepare meals, sit together around the table, help with homework or simply catch up at the end of the day. The adjoining utility room keeps laundry, appliances and household jobs separate from the main kitchen and is a particularly useful feature for families. Upstairs, the property continues to offer a well balanced layout. There are four well proportioned bedrooms, meaning the space can adapt easily to different needs. The principal bedroom benefits from its own en suite shower room, creating a private space away from the main family bathroom. The remaining bedrooms can work equally well as children's rooms, guest rooms, a nursery, home office or dressing room depending on how the next owners want to use the property. A separate family bathroom serves the rest of the first floor. The home has been well maintained and is presented in neutral tones, giving buyers the opportunity to move in comfortably while still putting their own personality into the property over time. One of the strongest features of the home is the outside space. The rear garden is generous, private and established, providing plenty of room for children to play, pets to enjoy, summer barbecues, entertaining friends or simply sitting outside in a quieter setting. For many family buyers, having usable private garden space is just as important as the accommodation inside, and this property offers both. To the front, there is driveway parking together with access to the integral garage. The garage provides useful storage for bikes, tools, sports equipment or household items, while also offering further flexibility depending on a buyer's future needs. Location Swallow Drive is well positioned for buyers wanting to enjoy Sandbach life without feeling disconnected from everyday amenities. Offley Primary School is close by, making the location particularly appealing for families with younger children. Sandbach Rugby Club is also within easy reach, adding to the strong community feel of the area. Local shops and everyday amenities are nearby, while Sandbach town centre can be reached easily for its independent shops, cafés, restaurants and services. For commuters, the property is also conveniently placed for access towards Junction 17 of the M6, making travel towards Crewe, Manchester, Stoke on Trent and the wider Cheshire area straightforward. Sandbach itself remains a particularly popular choice for buyers because it offers a combination of strong schools, good road links, an attractive town centre and easy access to surrounding countryside. That balance is exactly what makes homes in established residential areas such as Swallow Drive continue to appeal. Why this home stands out This is not simply a four bedroom detached house. It offers the combination many family buyers are looking for: separate living space, a kitchen diner, utility room, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, private garden, garage, driveway and a convenient Sandbach location. The fact that it is offered with no onward chain is another important advantage and gives buyers greater flexibility when planning their move. For anyone currently comparing newer developments with more established parts of Sandbach, Swallow Drive offers an alternative that gives you an established neighbourhood, mature surroundings and a practical family layout. A viewing is strongly recommended to appreciate the amount of accommodation, the garden and the position of the property. Ref: MK895 Key Features • No onward chain • Four bedroom detached family home • Popular established Sandbach location • Generous private rear garden • Spacious kitchen diner • Separate living room • Utility room • Downstairs WC • Principal bedroom with en suite • Family bathroom • Integral garage • Driveway parking • Close to Offley Primary School • Close to Sandbach Rugby Club • Convenient for Sandbach town centre • Good access towards Junction 17 of the M6 • Flexible family accommodation • Well maintained throughout                   ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167140) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167145) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167149) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167152) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167155) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167161) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167166) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167169) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167171) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167177) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167179) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167183) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167189) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167194) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167202) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167207) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167214) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167221) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167226) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167230) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167237) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167241) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167250) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167254) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167260) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167267) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/167274) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/714072) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/2538168) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173416013/2538169) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/173416013/167290) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/173416013/966636) - EPC 1 ## FENSA Certificates This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #11233825 - **Address:** 6 Swallow Drive, SANDBACH, CW11 1SX - **Certificate Issued:** 12/10/2015 - **Work Completed:** 16/09/2015 - **Items:** 1 door(s) ### FENSA Certificate #5383678 - **Address:** 6 Swallow Drive, SANDBACH, CW11 1SX - **Certificate Issued:** 28/01/2008 - **Work Completed:** 04/01/2008 - **Items:** 1 window(s) ### FENSA Certificate #2441693 - **Address:** 6 Swallow Drive, SANDBACH, CW11 1SX - **Certificate Issued:** 07/02/2005 - **Work Completed:** 10/01/2005 - **Items:** 3 window(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 6 SWALLOW DRIVE, SANDBACH, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE, CW11 1SX | £87,000 | 30/01/1998 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 116 BRADWALL ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 1GP | £580,000 | 09/07/2026 | Detached | | 7 ROBIN CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 1SZ | £527,500 | 12/12/2025 | Detached | | 19 BARLOW WAY, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 1PB | £570,000 | 31/10/2022 | Detached | | 5 BARLOW WAY, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 1PB | £420,000 | 09/12/2021 | Detached | **Area average:** £524,375 (4 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £423,905 (53 Detached, CW11, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +0.3% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £887/mo - **Realistic:** £985/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,084/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for South Cheshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £992/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | [37 Newcastle Road South, Sandbach](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/55202ee) | £2,000/mo | 4 | 2.14 miles | Rightmove | | [Pulford Road, Arclid, Sandbach](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/09ba382) | £1,700/mo | 4 | 2.17 miles | Rightmove | **Average rent: £1,850/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.44% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £231,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £185,000 *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 £1,850/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 5.2% - **Cost-to-rent:** 19.1× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-34/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -0.3% *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:** £4,087/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 33.7% - **10y growth:** 50.4% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Detached series; as of July 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 4.6% - **5y growth (index):** 27.4% - **10y growth (index):** 51.1% ## 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)