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31 LOTUS CRESCENT

CASTLEFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE WF10 5ZJ

4 beds 2 baths 150 m² Listed 4 Feb 2026 (-131d)

£365,000

Reduced on 14 Apr 2026

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

150 m²

EPC rating

B

Last sold

£354,995 Jun 2024

Price per m²

£2,433/m²

Local average

£332,078 (+9.9%)

Street crime

168 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • STUNNING AND INCREDIBLY SPACIOUS DETACHED FAMILY HOME
  • BOASTING A WEALTH OF LIVING ACCOMMODATION
  • TWO LARGE RECEPTION ROOMS
  • FOUR DOUBLE BEDROOMS (ONE EN-SUITE)
  • HIGH QUALITY FIXTURES AND FITTINGS THROUGHOUT
  • DRIVEWAY AND GARAGE PROVIDING OFF ROAD PARKING
  • EASY ACCESS TO THE MOTORWAY NETWORKS
  • VIRTUAL TOUR AVAILABLE TO APPRECIATE THE QUALITY AND SPACE ON OFFER
  • WE ARE OPEN 8AM - 9PM SEVEN DAYS A WEEK, SO BOOK YOUR VIEWING TODAY

Additional details

Heating
Gas, Double glazing, Gas central
Parking
Secure, Garage, Driveway, Off street, Allocated, Private
Garden
Private garden, Enclosed garden, Rear garden, Back garden

Description

TAKE A LOOK AT THIS SPECIAL AND INCREDIBLY SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME. BOASTING
A WONDERFUL LEVEL OF LIVING ACCOMMODATION, TWO RECEPTION ROOMS, FOUR GENEROUS SIZE BEDROOMS (ONE EN-SUITE), DRIVE AND GARAGE AND WONDERFUL REAR GARDEN. THE PROPERTY COULD EASILY BE USED AS A FIVE BEDRROM HOME.

The interior of this elegant property harmoniously fuses sophisticated design with modern
practicality, evoking a classic charm throughout the house.

Please watch the virtual tour available to fully appreciate the space and quality on offer.
We are open from 8am - 9pm Monday - Sunday so why not book your viewing today.

ENTRANCE HALLWAY
On entering the property, you are greeted by a warm and welcoming hallway which immediately sets the scene in terms of style, quality and space. Bennefiting from stylish LVT flooring and wall mounted radiator. From the hallway an internal door leads to the breakfast kitchen and a staircase rises to the first floor landing.

BREAKFAST KITCHEN
This wonderful family home boasts an impressive breakfast kitchen which is presented with an
array of modern wall and base units providing plenty of storage with complementary work-surfaces and up-stands. Benefiting from an integrated fridge/freezer and dishwasher, fitted oven with grill and overhead extractor and splash back and a single sink and drainer. Flooring flows through from the hallway and there is a large window to the front aspect and a wall mounted radiator.

Running open plan with the kitchen is the dining area which offers enough space for a large dining table and chairs, perfect to entertain family and friends. Beyond the dining room is the lounge.

LOUNGE
A bright and airy principal reception room with plenty of space for a number of pieces of comfy
furniture, the perfect place to sit back and relax. A wonderful level of natural light floods into the
property through a set of bi-folding doors, which lead to the rear garden. There are also two wall mounted radiators and flooring to match the rest of the ground floor.

From the lounge an internal door leads to the utility room.

UTILITY ROOM
The room which takes away the pressure from the kitchen. Benefiting from further units with work-surfaces, an integrated washing machine, a wall mounted radiator and LVT flooring.

DOWNSTAIRS W/C
A handy addition to any household which consists of a two-piece suite including a low flush W/C
and wash hand basin. The room is decorated with tiles to the walls and stylish flooring and
benefits from a frosted window and wall mounted radiator.

FIRST FLOOR LANDING
The property boasts an impressive split landing which is positioned in the centre of the property.
From the landing internal doors lead to three bedrooms, the second lounge and the family bathroom. Furthermore at the end of the landing a further internal door leads to the rear landing with a staircase giving access to the main suite. There are also two wall mounted radiators and a window to the front aspect.

BEDROOMS TWO, THREE AND FOUR
All bedrooms offer space for double beds and furniture and are complemented with fitted wardrobes, windows and wall mounted radiators.

BONUS ROOM
An incredibly versatile room which could be used for a number of purposes. For example a second lounge or even a fifth double bedroom. Benefiting from a window and wall mounted radiator.

FAMILY BATHROOM
Another beautifully presented and spacious room is the family bathroom. Comprising of a
a panelled bath, with wall mounted shower head and glass screen, low flush WC, and wash
hand basin. There are also two frosted windows, heated towel rail and the room is decorated
with tiles to the walls and waterproof flooring.

SECOND FLOOR

MASTER SUITE
A stunning feature to the property is the master suite which covers the whole top floor.

BEDROOM
Wonderful in size which offers plenty of space for a super king size bed and an array of free standing furntiure, including a dressing table and chair. Benefiting from a number of velux windows and wall mounnted radiator. From the bedroom an open entrance leads to the dressing room.

The dressing room has fitted mirroed wardrobes and drawers.

From the dressing room access is gained to the en-suite. The en-suite comprises of a four piece suite including a bath, large walk in shower with rainfall shower head, low flush w/c and wash hand basin. Presented with a velux window and decorated with tiles to the walls and stylish flooring.

EXTERIOR
To the front of the property, is a double driveway which provides off road parking for a
two vehicles and gives access to the garage.

The rear garden is an absolute GEM. A wonderful size, offering a wealth of privacy, which is not overlooked. The garden is mainly laid to lawn, perfect for the family to enjoy during the Summer months. However, there is also a spacious patio, perfect for outdoor furniture and the BBQ weather.

"The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixture, fittings or services, and so does
not verify they are in working order, fit for their purpose, or within ownership of the sellers,
therefore the buyer must assume the information given is incorrect. Neither has the Agent
checked the legal documentation to verify legal status of the property or the validity of any
guarantee or tenure. A buyer must assume the information is incorrect, until it has been verified
by their own solicitors."

"The measurements supplied are for general guidance, and as such must be considered as
incorrect. A buyer is advised to re-check the measurements themselves before committing
themselves to any expense."

"Nothing concerning the type of construction or the condition of the structure is to be implied
from the photograph of the property."

"The sales particulars may change in the course of time, and any interested party is advised to
make final inspection of the property prior to exchange of contracts".

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"We have not seen site of the title documents, deeds or any form of legal documents. Therefore
we advise that all buyers/applicants treat all this information as being incorrect and to check
everything with their solicitor to satisfy themselves with any concerns they may have."

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Listed by

Yorkshire

CEJ Properties Limited

Reference: 171860330

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: B

Potential rating: A

Inspection date: 12/06/2024

Expiry date: 11/06/2034

Current heating cost: £589/year

Potential heating cost: £591/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £9,500

Recommendations

  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £365,000 +2.8%
Sold 28/06/2024 (1 year ago) £354,995

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
25 PLUMPTON CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZD £415,000 12/11/2025 Detached
124 HAYDOCK AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZH £390,000 03/10/2025 Detached
29 PLUMPTON CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZD £375,000 13/10/2023 Detached
Same street 27 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £797,809 21/09/2023 Other
Same street 70 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £269,995 14/04/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 4 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £269,995 20/12/2022 Semi-detached
6 HOLLYTREE CLOSE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5WB £315,000 02/12/2022 Detached
Same street 12 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £239,995 28/10/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 2 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £242,995 28/10/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 8 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £378,995 28/10/2022 Detached
Same street 14 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £239,995 25/10/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 6 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £259,995 30/09/2022 Detached
Same street 10 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £257,995 30/09/2022 Detached
6 TOWCHESTER DRIVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZG £304,995 29/07/2022 Detached
7 TOWCHESTER DRIVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZG £359,995 29/07/2022 Detached
8 HAYDOCK DRIVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5XR £280,000 11/07/2022 Detached
Same street 80 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £45,600 30/06/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 78 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £45,600 30/06/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 7 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £339,995 27/05/2022 Detached
1 ORCHID MEWS, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZQ £259,995 26/05/2022 Detached
8 TOWCHESTER DRIVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZG £369,995 17/05/2022 Detached
10 TOWCHESTER DRIVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZG £249,995 29/04/2022 Detached
Same street 25 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £349,995 14/04/2022 Detached
Same street 19 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £259,995 08/04/2022 Detached
Same street 21 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £274,995 31/03/2022 Semi-detached
24 TOWCHESTER DRIVE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZG £293,995 25/03/2022 Detached
30 PLUMPTON CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZD £362,000 04/03/2022 Detached
9 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £299,995 25/02/2022 Detached
5 LOTUS CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZJ £299,995 31/01/2022 Detached
12 HOLLYTREE CLOSE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5WB £305,000 22/12/2021 Detached
2 HAYDOCK AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5XT £282,000 17/12/2021 Detached
25 PLUMPTON CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZD £365,000 14/12/2021 Detached
27 PLUMPTON CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZD £363,000 10/12/2021 Detached
23 PLUMPTON CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZD £343,000 10/12/2021 Detached
29 PLUMPTON CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 5ZD £345,000 10/12/2021 Detached

Street average: £284,930 (15 sales)

Area average: £328,948 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 22.5%
10y growth 91.1%

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

1y (index) 3%
5y (index) 24.2%
10y (index) 57.8%

Rental Range

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

Low £712/mo
Realistic £791/mo
Optimistic £870/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Wakefield.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Richmond & Hambleton: £828/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop A1 Storage 0.3 miles
Bus stop Cutsyke Road Castleford Lane 0.3 miles
Shop Motorpoint Castleford 0.3 miles
Train station Glasshoughton 0.8 miles
Train station Castleford 1.2 miles
Hospital Pontefract Hospital 2.4 miles
Hospital Spire Methley Park Hospital 3.5 miles
University Mabgate University Centre 9.6 miles
University Leeds Trinity University City Campus 9.7 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 69
Other theft 29
Anti-social behaviour 14
Shoplifting 12
Criminal damage and arson 9
Burglary 8
Other crime 8
Vehicle crime 7
Drugs 5
Public order 3
Possession of weapons 2
Robbery 1
Theft from the person 1
Total incidents 168

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 Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy Secondary 0.7 miles Good — 23 Apr 2012
Ackton Pastures Primary Academy Primary 0.8 miles Good — 3 May 2023
Smawthorne Henry Moore Primary School, Castleford Primary 0.8 miles Good — 3 Mar 2020
Featherstone All Saints CofE Academy Primary 0.9 miles Good — 22 Jul 2016
Half Acres Primary Academy Primary 1.0 miles Good — 26 Nov 2010

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 4-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.22%
Max investor price (0.8%) £98,875
Target investor price (1%) £79,100
  • 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).