Leigh Avenue
Knutsford, WA16 8JD
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Council tax band
B
Local average
£472,550 (-32.3%)
Deprivation
Decile 2 (5,186 of 33,755)
Street crime
43 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Three bedrooms
- Off road parking
- Private rear garden
- Walking distance to Knutsford centre
- New boiler & modern appliances
- Chain free
- Potential to extend (STPP)
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Gas central
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
Description
The home is conveniently located at the start of Leigh Avenue and is approached via a generous paved driveway providing ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles.
A welcoming entrance leads into the home, opening into a central hallway which provides access to the ground floor accommodation, along with a staircase rising to the first floor. The living room benefits from a feature gas fireplace and useful under-stairs storage.
To the rear of the property sits a spacious kitchen, fitted with a range of cabinetry, a new Worcester boiler, a built-in dishwasher and modern cooking appliances. Large double-glazed windows allow plenty of natural light to fill the room while also providing pleasant views over the rear garden. The kitchen flows conveniently into a bright conservatory of over 100 sqft, set on pre-existing 5 foot foundations suitable for a brick extension, offering an additional reception space ideal for relaxing, dining or entertaining.
Upstairs, the first floor provides three well-proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom is particularly generous and benefits from newly fitted wardrobes providing excellent built-in storage.
The second bedroom enjoys views over the rear garden and boasts a large storage cupboard, whilst the third bedroom offers flexibility for guest accommodation, a children's bedroom or a home workspace.
The home is served by a downstairs three-piece family bathroom, while the upper floor benefits from a separate two-piece W/C.
Externally, the property enjoys a private rear garden comprising a combination of lawn and patio areas, surrounded by feature planters.
Location:
The property enjoys a convenient position within walking distance of Knutsford town centre, which lies approximately 1 mile away.
For commuters, the property is well placed for access to the M6 motorway at Junction 19 (approximately 3 miles away), providing direct routes towards Manchester, Birmingham and the wider North West motorway network. Manchester Airport is approximately 20 minutes by car.
The area is also popular with families due to the availability of highly regarded local schools, including Bexton Primary School, St Vincent’s Catholic Primary School and Knutsford Academy, all located within a short distance of the property.
Altogether, this chain free property represents a fantastic opportunity to acquire a spacious home in one of Knutsford’s most desirable residential areas, offering well-balanced accommodation, driveway parking and excellent potential to modernise and add value.
Listed by
Knutsford
Acobas Limited
Reference: 173298401
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| Address | Current | Potential | Floor area | Age band | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, Leigh Avenue, KNUTSFORD | 67 | 80 | 96 m² | — | Detached |
| 12, Leigh Avenue, KNUTSFORD | 69 | 83 | 100 m² | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | Detached |
| 12, Leigh Avenue, KNUTSFORD | 70 | 86 | 98 m² | England and Wales: 1976-1982 | Detached |
| 13, Leigh Avenue, KNUTSFORD | 67 | 81 | 84 m² | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | Detached |
| 14, Leigh Avenue, KNUTSFORD | 70 | 83 | 90 m² | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | Detached |
| 15 Leigh Avenue, KNUTSFORD | 71 | 78 | 83 m² | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | Detached |
| 15, Leigh Avenue, KNUTSFORD | 51 | 83 | 83 m² | England and Wales: 1950-1966 | Detached |
| 16 Leigh Avenue Manor Park North, Knutsford | 61 | 76 | 90 m² | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | Detached |
| 16 Leigh Avenue, KNUTSFORD | 71 | 86 | 81 m² | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | Detached |
| 17, Leigh Avenue, KNUTSFORD | 54 | 81 | 93 m² | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | Detached |
| 18 Leigh Avenue, KNUTSFORD | 69 | 79 | 82 m² | England and Wales: 1950-1966 | Detached |
| 18, Leigh Avenue, KNUTSFORD | 49 | 76 | 85 m² | England and Wales: 1950-1966 | Detached |
| 19, Leigh Avenue, KNUTSFORD | 66 | 80 | 84 m² | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | Detached |
| 2 Leigh Avenue, KNUTSFORD | 70 | 75 | 95 m² | — | Detached |
| 2, Leigh Avenue, KNUTSFORD | 60 | 82 | 84 m² | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | Detached |
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £320,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 SPRINGWOOD AVENUE, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8HZ | £295,000 | 17/10/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 58 NORTHFIELDS, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8JW | £265,000 | 26/05/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 11 SPRINGWOOD AVENUE, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8HZ | £320,000 | 05/05/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 9 HEATH LODGE CLOSE, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8ZJ | £400,000 | 24/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 2 BIRKIN CLOSE, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8XR | £265,000 | 30/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 70 SPRINGWOOD AVENUE, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8JA | £320,000 | 07/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 12 HEATH LODGE CLOSE, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8ZJ | £382,500 | 26/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 1 LEIGH AVENUE, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8JD | £200,000 | 28/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 26 SPRINGWOOD AVENUE, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8JA | £262,000 | 18/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 17 MARDON CLOSE, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8XT | £248,000 | 29/10/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 9 MONTMORENCY ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8XY | £215,000 | 01/10/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 15 SHAW HEATH VIEW, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8HS | £246,000 | 10/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 56 SHAW DRIVE, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8JR | £275,000 | 05/08/2021 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 5 LEIGH AVENUE, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8JD | £250,000 | 25/06/2021 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £225,000 (2 sales)
Area average: £291,125 (12 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire East. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 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 East Lancs: £593/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Leigh Avenue
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Shaw Heath, Mobberley Road / Oakfield Avenue | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Unknown | 0.1 miles |
| Train station | Knutsford | 0.9 miles |
| Train station | Mobberley | 1.6 miles |
| Hospital | Altrincham Hospital | 5.2 miles |
| Hospital | Altrincham Health and Wellbeing Centre | 5.3 miles |
| University | University of Chester - Warrington Campus | 10.8 miles |
| University | Fallowfield Reception and Richmond Amenities Building | 11.0 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 27 |
| Public order | 5 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 3 |
| Shoplifting | 3 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 2 |
| Drugs | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 43 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide Heath Academy | Other | 0.3 miles | Good — 24 Jul 2024 |
| Manor Park Primary School and Nursery | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 13 Sep 2023 |
| St Vincent De Paul Catholic Primary School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 6 Jun 2013 |
| Egerton Primary School | Primary | 1.0 miles | Good — 13 Feb 2023 |
| Knutsford Academy | Secondary | 1.2 miles | Good — 25 Nov 2011 |
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Rent-driven metrics
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- 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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