For sale End of terrace

26 WALKER LANE

MACCLESFIELD, SUTTON, CHESHIRE EAST SK11 0DZ

3 beds 1 baths 1,076 sq ft Listed 21 May 2026 (-23d)

£415,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

100 m²

Council tax band

D

EPC rating

D

Year built

England and Wales: 1930-1949

Last sold

£210,000 Feb 2019

Price per m²

£4,150/m²

Local average

£209,558 (+98%)

Deprivation

Decile 7 (23,130 of 33,755)

Street crime

25 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • LOCATED IN THE PICTURESQUE VILLAGE OF SUTTON
  • BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED THROUGHOUT
  • RECENTLY EXTENDED TO CREATE A FABULOUS OPEN PLAN FAMILY/DINING KITCHEN
  • ELEGANT LIVING ROOM FEATURING A LOG BURNING STOVE
  • EPC RATING TBC AND COUNCIL TAX BAND D
  • THREE BEDROOMS
  • STYLISH SHOWER ROOM
  • DRIVEWAY AND AND LAWNED FRONT GARDEN
  • REAR GARDEN WITH GENEROUS STONE PATIO

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes
Listed property
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No

Description

INNOVATIVE, STYLISH AND VERSATILE Located in the picturesque village of Sutton, surrounded by breath taking countryside and perfect for keen walkers. This charming home also benefits from easy access to Macclesfield town centre and its wide range of amenities. The property is set back from the road and offers deceptively spacious accommodation, a generous driveway, and a superb rear garden. Beautifully presented throughout, the accommodation in brief comprises; entrance vestibule, downstairs WC, reception hallway, an elegant living room featuring a log burning stove and a stunning family dining kitchen. To the first floor there are three well proportioned bedrooms and a stylish modern shower room. Externally, the front of the property features a driveway providing off-road parking alongside a neat lawned area. The landscaped rear garden enjoys a large stone patio, ideal for relaxing or entertaining family and friends with steps leading down to a lawned garden bordered by mature hedging. Early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate all that this beautiful family home has to offer.

Location - Walker Lane is a sought-after residential area within Sutton Village, situated just south of the Cheshire town of Macclesfield. Set within a well-established and thriving community, the area enjoys a distinct semi-rural atmosphere, surrounded by extensive open countryside while still benefiting from excellent local amenities. In addition to a range of convenient local shops and services, nearby Macclesfield offers an appealing blend of heritage and modern living. Positioned on the Cheshire Plain at the edge of the Peak District National Park, the town combines historic character with contemporary convenience. Originally a medieval market town, Macclesfield became renowned as the nation’s silk capital during the 18th century and continues to celebrate this rich heritage today, while also evolving into a vibrant business and commercial centre. The town provides an excellent selection of shopping and leisure facilities, together with a lively cultural scene. A particular highlight is the popular monthly Treacle Market, held in the cobbled town centre and featuring around 140 stalls offering artisan food and drink, antiques, crafts, vintage goods and local community showcases. The area is also well served by both highly regarded independent and state schools for all ages. Excellent transport links place the North West motorway network, Manchester Airport and some of Cheshire’s finest countryside within easy reach. Regular rail services from both Macclesfield railway station and Wilmslow railway station provide convenient commuter access to Manchester, as well as direct intercity connections to London Euston railway station.

Directions - Leaving Macclesfield in a Southerly direction along the Silk Road, continue onto Mill Lane. Turn left at the traffic lights onto Byrons Lane (sign posted for Sutton) which turns into Hall Lane and continue for approx 1 mile, turning right onto Walker Lane, the property can then be found after a short distance on the right hand side.

Entrance Vestibule - Cloaks hanging space. Herringbone style floor. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Understairs storage cupboard. Radiator.

Downstairs Wc - Push button low level WC with concealed cistern and vanity wash hand basin. Herringbone style floor. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Double glazed window to the side aspect. Radiator.

Reception Hallway - Stairs to the first floor. Herringbone style floor. Radiator.

Living Room - 5.13m x 4.14m max (16'10 x 13'7 max) - Elegantly presented featuring a log burning stove within chimney recess. Built in storage either side the chimney with shelving above. Large double glazed bow window to the front aspect and two additional double glazed window to the front aspect. Radiator.

Open Plan Dining Kitchen -

Dining Area - 3.66m x 1.91m (12'0 x 6'3) - Ample space for a dining table and chairs. Double glazed window to the rear aspect. Radiator.

Breakfast Kitchen - 5.18m x 5.00m (17'0 x 16'5) - Beautifully appointed kitchen suite with a comprehensive range of shaker style base units with Quartz work surfaces over and matching wall mounted cupboards. Underhung stainless steel Franke sink unit with mixer tap. Integrated appliances include a tall fridge, tall freezer and washing machine. Built in twin Neff ovens. The feature island unit with matching Quartz work surfaces is fitted a Neff induction hob with vented extractor and breakfast bar with stool recess. Double glazed bi-folding doors opening to the garden. Additional double glazed window to the rear and side aspect. Three Velux windows. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Radiator. Open plan to the dining area

Stairs To The First Floor - Access to the loft space. Large built in storage cupboard and additional cupboard housing a Worcester boiler. Double glazed window to the side aspect. Recessed ceiling spotlights.

Bedroom One - 3.78m x 3.05m (12'5 x 10'0) - Double bedroom with two double glazed window to the front aspect. Built in cupboard with fitted shelving. Radiator.

Bedroom Two - 3.05m x 2.34m (10'0 x 7'8) - Double bedroom with double glazed window to the rear aspect. Built in storage cupboards. Radiator.

Bedroom Three - 3.05m x 1.96m (10'0 x 6'5) - Good size third bedroom with double glazed window to the front aspect. Radiator.

Stylish Shower Room - Fitted with a stylish suite comprising; walk in shower, push button low level WC with concealed cistern and vanity wash hand basin. Chrome ladder style radiator. Herringbone style floor. Two double glazed window to the rear aspect.

Outside -

Driveway & Front Garden - To the front of the property is a driveway providing off road parking alongside a neat lawned area.

Private Rear Garden - The landscaped rear garden enjoys a large stone patio, ideal for relaxing or entertaining family and friends with steps leading down to a lawned garden bordered by mature hedging. A large shed with power and lighting. Outside shed. Access to the front.

Tenure - The vendor has advised that the property is Freehold and that the council tax band is C.
We would advise any prospective buyer to confirm these details with their legal representative.

Anti Money Laundering - Note - To be able to sell or purchase a property in the United Kingdom all agents have a legal requirement to conduct Identity checks on all customers involved in the transaction to fulfil their obligations under Anti Money Laundering regulations. We outsource this check to a third party and a charge will apply. Ask the branch for further details.

Listed by

Macclesfield

Jordan Fishwick

Reference: 88783320

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 01/02/2019

Expiry date: 31/01/2029

Current heating cost: £681/year

Potential heating cost: £448/year

Recommendations

  • Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (350)
  • Flat roof or sloping ceiling insulation (1,500)
  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (6,000)
  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (20)
  • Replace boiler with new condensing boiler (3,000)
  • Solar water heating (6,000)
  • Replacement glazing units (1,400)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (8,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EE Rating

EE Rating

FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #1999133

Property Details

Street: 26 Walker Lane

Town: Sutton

Postcode: SK11 0DZ

Installation Details

Items: 1 window

Certificate Issued: 31/08/2004

Work Completed: 07/08/2004

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #343697

Property Details

Street: 26 Walker Lane

Town: Sutton

Postcode: SK11 0DZ

Installation Details

Items: 3 windows

Certificate Issued: 16/01/2003

Work Completed: 05/05/2002

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 £415,000 +97.6%
Sold 20/02/2019 (7 years ago) £210,000

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
Same street 31 WALKER LANE, SUTTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 0DZ £390,000 23/09/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 14 WALKER LANE, SUTTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 0DZ £310,000 25/07/2022 Semi-detached
2 SCHOOL VIEW, SUTTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 0HW £278,000 17/06/2022 Terraced
70 WALKER LANE, SUTTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 0HU £335,000 21/09/2021 Terraced
2 MORTON DRIVE, SUTTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 0ED £245,000 23/07/2021 Terraced
7 CHURCH VIEW TERRACE, SUTTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 0DT £230,000 15/07/2021 Terraced
Same street 29 WALKER LANE, SUTTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK11 0DZ £290,000 18/06/2021 Semi-detached

Street average: £330,000 (3 sales)

Area average: £272,000 (4 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 8.6%
10y growth 48.6%

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

1y (index) 1.6%
5y (index) 24.1%
10y (index) 56.1%

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 East Cheshire: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Sutton Lane Ends, Walker Lane / Post Office 0.0 miles
Shop Sutton General Store and Post Office 0.1 miles
Shop Inchcape Volkswagen 0.7 miles
Train station Macclesfield 1.7 miles
Hospital Rosemount Resource Centre 2.2 miles
Train station Prestbury 4.2 miles
Hospital John Munroe Hospital 7.7 miles
University University of Derby, Buxton 8.3 miles
University Tovell Building, Buxton & Leek College 9.6 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 12
Anti-social behaviour 5
Other theft 2
Shoplifting 2
Burglary 1
Criminal damage and arson 1
Public order 1
Robbery 1
Total incidents 25

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
Hollinhey Primary School Primary 0.1 miles Good — 27 Feb 2012
Ash Grove Academy Primary 1.1 miles Outstanding — 26 Jun 2024
Christ The King Catholic and Church of England Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Inadequate — 11 Jul 2018
The Macclesfield Academy Secondary 1.5 miles Requires improvement — 21 Jul 2020
Macclesfield College Other 1.5 miles (No rating)

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
Meadow Lodge, Marton £2,500/mo 3 5.01 miles Rightmove

Average rent: £2,500/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.6%
Max investor price (0.8%) £312,500
Target investor price (1%) £250,000
Gross yield 7.2%
Cost-to-rent ratio 13.8×
Monthly cashflow £591/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 5.9%
  • 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).
  • Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
  • Cashflow — Rent minus 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).