# 4 bedroom link detached house for sale (SK6 5BG) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 55 CONSTABLE DRIVE, STOCKPORT, MARPLE BRIDGE, GREATER MANCHESTER SK6 5BG | | Price | £560,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | E | | Last sold | £560,000 Mar 2026 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 09/07/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £1,208/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £10,200 ### Recommendations - B (£900 - £1,500) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/3535-5523-6500-0730-2292) ## Description An impressive and generously sized link-detached family home, ideally situated in a sought-after location. Featuring four bedrooms and a beautifully designed dining kitchen, this property also includes a versatile additional reception room—perfect as a home office or bedroom—plus a separate utility room and a convenient downstairs WC. Perfect for a growing family, the home boasts countryside hill views from every room and is finished with stylish oak veneer doors throughout. The property opens into a spacious hallway, complete with a charming vintage radiator, leading into a cozy snug area/possible 5th bedroom or extra office space. From here, you enter the warm and inviting living room, featuring a log burner, sleek vertical radiator, decorative coving, and well preserved original flooring. The standout feature of this family home is the impressive open-plan bespoke kitchen/diner. It boasts matching wall and base units with Blum soft closings and topped with elegant Quartz worktops, and high-quality Bosch appliances including a double oven, combination microwave, steam oven, and dishwasher, along with a plumbed in Samsung American style fridge/freezer and a handy integrated fold out iron board. A central island houses a Neff induction hob with a pop-up extractor fan and provides additional storage space. Two stylish vertical radiators and three Velux windows flood the room with natural light and warmth. The space comfortably accommodates both dining and lounging, making it perfect for everyday family life and entertaining. Full width 5 metre Bifold doors open onto a generously sized rear garden, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. The garage is accessible from the hallway and has an automatic door to the front driveway which has a useful outside tap, ideal for car washing!. There is a versatile office space that includes loft access and sliding patio doors to the rear garden—ideal as a home office or an additional bedroom. A convenient downstairs WC is fitted with a wash basin and toilet. The utility room offers space for a washing machine and dryer, along with the added bonus of a practical dog shower. On the first floor, you'll find three well-proportioned bedrooms, an en-suite, and a well appointed family bathroom. The landing provides access to a partially boarded loft for additional storage. The master bedroom is a spacious double and features patio doors that open onto a private balcony—perfect for taking in the scenic views. The en-suite bathroom includes a bath with overhead shower, heated towel rail, wash basin, and WC, offering both comfort and convenience. The second double bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and enjoys lovely views of the surrounding countryside. The third bedroom is also generously sized and is complete with fitted wardrobes. The family bathroom is well appointed with a shower cubicle, wash basin, and WC. The rear garden is primarily laid to lawn with a small 'no mow' area with artificial grass for year round use and features a spacious patio area—perfect for outdoor dining, socialising, or entertaining guests. There is a garden tap, electrical outdoor sockets a generous sized wood store and is beautifully lit at dusk.To the front of the property, a generous driveway provides off-street parking for multiple vehicles, adding both convenience and curb appeal. This lovely property is well-maintained and attractively decorated, featuring some outstanding attributes that must be seen to be fully appreciated. This charming home with over 163msq/1764ftsq of accommodation is fully alarmed and ready to welcome a new family to enjoy all it has to offer. The location of this property is prime and always popular, being within close proximity to a range of amenities, including well-regarded pubs such as The Midland, The Norfolk Arms, Northumberland Arms, Spring Gardens, Royal Scott, and Windsor Castle. Additionally, popular cafés like Libby’s Bread & Wine and Town Street Fryer, a pharmacy, a surgery, and Marple Train Station—with excellent transport links—are nearby. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the close proximity to Etherow, Brabyns, and Ludworth Parks, as well as the canal. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 55 CONSTABLE DRIVE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5BG | £560,000 | 05/03/2026 | Detached | | 55 CONSTABLE DRIVE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5BG | £267,000 | 12/01/2015 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 11 HOMER DRIVE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5DR | £438,000 | 18/11/2025 | Detached | | 4 REYNOLDS DRIVE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5QF | £415,000 | 28/03/2025 | Detached | | 17 LEIGHTON DRIVE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5BY | £540,000 | 24/11/2023 | Detached | | 21 BONINGTON RISE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5DW | £585,000 | 03/11/2023 | Detached | | 1 HIGH WOOD FOLD, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5DE | £630,000 | 11/10/2023 | Detached | | 36 LEIGHTON DRIVE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5BY | £440,000 | 15/09/2023 | Detached | | 20 COTTAM CRESCENT, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5BJ | £325,000 | 11/08/2023 | Detached | | 6 DE WINT AVENUE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5BN | £435,000 | 11/08/2023 | Detached | | 3 BONINGTON RISE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5DW | £600,000 | 02/06/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 61 CONSTABLE DRIVE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5BG | £635,000 | 16/12/2022 | Detached | | 8 BRACKEN CLOSE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5DJ | £656,000 | 13/12/2022 | Detached | | 36 HOLLINS LANE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5BD | £765,000 | 12/12/2022 | Detached | | 4 FERNWOOD, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5BE | £475,000 | 02/12/2022 | Detached | | 1 HOGARTH ROAD, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5BP | £440,000 | 22/11/2022 | Detached | | 50 LEIGHTON DRIVE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5BY | £625,000 | 04/11/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 31 CONSTABLE DRIVE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5BG | £590,000 | 12/08/2022 | Detached | | 44A HOLLINS LANE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5BD | £750,000 | 12/08/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 28 CONSTABLE DRIVE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5BG | £550,000 | 20/07/2022 | Detached | | 3 BRACKEN CLOSE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5DJ | £530,000 | 14/07/2022 | Detached | | 51 HOLLINS LANE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5DA | £555,000 | 04/04/2022 | Detached | | 1 BRACKEN CLOSE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5DJ | £501,000 | 30/03/2022 | Detached | | 9 COTMAN DRIVE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5DL | £650,000 | 24/02/2022 | Detached | | 38 LEIGHTON DRIVE, MARPLE BRIDGE, STOCKPORT, GREATER MANCHESTER, SK6 5BY | £402,500 | 28/01/2022 | Detached | **Street average:** £591,667 (3 sales) **Area average:** £537,875 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £446,873 (49 Detached, SK6, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +25.3% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Stockport). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £990/mo - **Realistic:** £1,100/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,210/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Oldham & Rochdale (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £947/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.2% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £137,500 - **Target investor price (1%):** £110,000 *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 Area rent estimate.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £3,916/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -6% - **10y growth:** 36.4% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Stockport; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 3.6% - **5y growth (index):** 24.4% - **10y growth (index):** 63.7% ## 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)