# 5 bedroom detached house for sale (YO8 8PW)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | THE ROBINS, SELBY, DRAX, NORTH YORKSHIRE YO8 8PW |
| Price | £800,000 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Council tax | D |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1983-1990 |
| Floor area | 306 m² |
| Last sold | £785,000 Feb 2025 |

## Description

The Robins - Stunning Modern Family Home

Welcome to The Robins, an impressive five-bedroom family home set on a beautifully landscaped half-acre plot, offering a perfect blend of modern architecture, luxury living, and energy-efficient features. This striking property is available exclusively through Crests Estates for offers over £800,000.

Upon entering through a secure, gated driveway, The Robins welcomes you with a bright hallway featuring an oak and glass staircase and tiled flooring with underfloor heating. The heart of this home is its expansive open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area. The kitchen boasts sleek grey designer units, a large island, and top-of-the-line integrated appliances, including electric ovens, a Bosch induction hob, coffee maker, and wine chillers. Bi-fold doors lead to a patio and garden with stunning countryside views, making it perfect for indoor-outdoor living.

The lounge offers a cosy retreat with a cream multi-fuel stove, built-in surround sound, and LED edge lighting, while additional reception rooms provide flexibility for entertaining.

Luxury Accommodation

Upstairs, the spacious master bedroom features 'His and Hers' walk-in wardrobes and a luxurious 'Jack and Jill' en-suite with a freestanding bath, smart walk-in shower, and double vanity. French doors open onto a large roof terrace with stunning views of the garden and beyond.

Bedrooms two, three, and four are all generously sized, with bedroom two offering an en-suite, and bedrooms three and four sharing access to the family bathroom. The stylish family bathroom features modern black fittings and a walk-in shower.

Outdoor Space & Additional Features

The rear garden is perfect for family life, featuring a large lawn, a children’s play area, beds for growing your own vegetables, and multiple patio spaces. The detached garage includes a fully equipped gym and separate WC, providing ample space for storage and home workouts.

This home benefits from a smart SolarEdge system with 28 panels, a 10kW LG battery, and air-source heating, ensuring eco-friendly and energy-efficient living. The property is secured by aluminium electric gates with an intercom and CCTV system, providing privacy and peace of mind.

Prime Village Location

Situated in the sought-after village of Drax, The Robins enjoys excellent local amenities, including the prestigious Drax Read School, cricket club, and The Huntsman pub. Selby and Goole are just a short drive away, offering easy access to commuter links.

Arrange Your Private Viewing

This exceptional home offers a rare opportunity for modern, energy-efficient family living in a beautiful countryside setting. 

Contact Crests Estates today to schedule your private viewing and make The Robins your dream home.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/153966014/255455) - Floorplan 1
- ![Floorplan 2](/listings/photos/153966014/255456) - Floorplan 2
- ![Floorplan 3](/listings/photos/153966014/255457) - Floorplan 3

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/153966014/255458) - EPC 1

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| THE ROBINS, DRAX, SELBY, NORTH YORKSHIRE, YO8 8PW | £785,000 | 07/02/2025 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| [Same street] NICOL NOOK RUSHOLME LANE, DRAX, SELBY, NORTH YORKSHIRE, YO8 8PW | £230,000 | 15/09/2023 | Terraced |
| THE GRANARY, DRAX, SELBY, NORTH YORKSHIRE, YO8 8PW | £900,000 | 16/08/2023 | Detached |
| [Same street] RUSHOLME HALL RUSHOLME LANE, NEWLAND, SELBY, NORTH YORKSHIRE, YO8 8PW | £180,000 | 17/12/2021 | Other |

**Street average:** £205,000 (2 sales)
**Area average:** £900,000 (1 sale)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £369,803 (57 Detached, YO8, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +116.3%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Yorkshire and The Humber). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £770/mo
- **Realistic:** £855/mo
- **Optimistic:** £941/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for York (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,197/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.11% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £106,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £85,500

*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:** £2,614/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 26.7%
- **10y growth:** 38.7%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Yorkshire and The Humber; Detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 1.2%
- **5y growth (index):** 19.6%
- **10y growth (index):** 49.5%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

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