For sale Detached

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CHURCH ROAD, WILMSLOW, HANDFORTH, CHESHIRE EAST SK9 3LT

2 beds 2 baths Listed 20 May 2026 (-28d)

£550,000

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Property details

Tenure

LEASEHOLD

Council tax band

E

Last sold

£463,000 Mar 2022

Local average

£959,785 (-42.7%)

Deprivation

Decile 6 (19,183 of 33,755)

Street crime

87 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Off-Road Parking And Detached Garage
  • Convenient Location Moments From Handforth Village And Train Station

Additional details

Parking
Garage, Driveway
Garden
Private garden
Listed property
No
Restrictions
No
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully restored Victorian detached period property, built circa 1890, that seamlessly blends original charm with contemporary comforts. Originally built as a school in Victorian times, this impressive residence has been thoughtfully enhanced to a high standard, retaining attractive period features alongside modern fixtures and finishes throughout. The spacious and versatile ground floor offers three generous reception rooms, including a cosy living room with feature open fireplace, leading through to the separate dining room and impressive garden room with vaulted ceiling and French doors opening to the rear garden making it ideal for entertaining or relaxing with family. In addition there is a cottage style breakfast kitchen with tiled flooring and ample storage which leads through to the separate utility room and refitted bathroom which boasts tiled flooring and a free standing slipper bath tub.
Upstairs, there are two generous double bedrooms, including a stunning principal suite with an attractive vaulted wooden beam effect ceiling, a dedicated dressing room and en-suite shower room. The second bedroom is served by its own private WC ensuring convenience for residents and guests alike. The property also benefits from gas central heating, double glazing, and tasteful décor, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Externally, the property is set within attractive mature landscaped walled gardens that provide a tranquil retreat from every-day life. The rear garden features well-stocked borders, established shrubs, and a manicured lawn, offering a delightful space for outdoor dining or relaxation. A private patio area presents the perfect spot for al fresco entertaining, while the garden’s thoughtful design ensures year-round interest and privacy. For added practicality, there is ample off-road parking via a long sweeping gated driveway and boasts a detached garage, suitable for secure vehicle storage or use as a workshop. The property’s location is particularly advantageous, being moments from the amenities of Handforth village, with its shops, cafés, and restaurants, as well as excellent transport links via the nearby train station. This exceptional home offers the rare combination of period elegance, modern comfort, and convenient access to local facilities, making it an outstanding choice for discerning buyers.
EPC Rating: D

Listed by

Wilmslow

Gascoigne Halman - Connells

Reference: 88714095

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

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FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #5913768

Property Details

Street: 5 Gwyneth Morley Court

Town: Church Road, Handforth

Postcode: SK9 3LT

Installation Details

Items: 2 windows

Certificate Issued: 18/08/2008

Work Completed: 07/08/2008

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

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £550,000 +18.8%
Sold 31/03/2022 (4 years ago) £463,000

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
1 BROOKE AVENUE, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3LS £398,000 08/08/2023 Detached
10 BULKELEY ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3DJ £390,000 22/08/2022 Detached
3 BRIDGE DRIVE, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3JF £610,000 24/06/2022 Detached

Area average: £466,000 (3 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 25.8%
10y growth 57.9%

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

1y (index) 1.6%
5y (index) 23.6%
10y (index) 51.5%

Rental Range

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

Low £878/mo
Realistic £975/mo
Optimistic £1,073/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for West Pennine: £449/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

5 Church Close

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Handforth, Wilmslow Road / Clinic 0.1 miles
Shop G.T.L. Motors 0.1 miles
Train station Handforth 0.1 miles
Shop Rick Green Cycles 0.1 miles
Train station Styal 1.1 miles
Hospital Newlands Care Home 5.3 miles
Hospital Withington Clinic 5.8 miles
University Fallowfield Reception and Richmond Amenities Building 6.7 miles
University Manchester School of Art 8.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 25
Shoplifting 15
Anti-social behaviour 12
Public order 10
Other theft 7
Burglary 5
Criminal damage and arson 4
Bicycle theft 3
Other crime 3
Drugs 1
Theft from the person 1
Vehicle crime 1
Total incidents 87

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
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Good — 28 Oct 2011
Handforth Grange Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Outstanding — 17 Mar 2024
Willow House School Other 0.7 miles Good — 13 May 2020
Aurora Summerfields School Other 0.8 miles Good — 27 Mar 2024
The Wilmslow Academy Primary 0.9 miles Good — 11 Jun 2013

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.18%
Max investor price (0.8%) £121,875
Target investor price (1%) £97,500
  • 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).