# 2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale (WA16 9QJ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 27 BIRCHWOOD DRIVE, KNUTSFORD, LOWER PEOVER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER WA16 9QJ | | Price | £399,950 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | D | | Last sold | £315,000 Jul 2022 | ## Description This immaculately appointed two-bedroom, two-bathroom semi-detached bungalow has been lovingly improved and maintained by the current owner to now offer light, deceptively spacious and flexible living accommodation over one level. Particular mention must be made of the stunning open plan living dining kitchen with breakfast bar and French doors out to the private rear garden space, the large principal bedroom with fitted wardrobe and modern en-suite shower room, as well as the beautifully appointed family bathroom and fantastic home office pod at the head of the rear garden, perfect for those working from home or gym space. Located in an ever-popular position forming a small development of similar properties in the heart of the village, a short walk to local amenities and schooling, whilst being ideally positioned for all major network links to the Northwest and beyond. The property is approached over a large stone driveway providing ample off-road parking, leading to the front entrance, contained by feature planting and mature hedging. The rear gardens are relatively low maintenance. Laid to lawn in the main with a flagged patio area accessed off the dining kitchen contained by both timber fencing and mature hedging. **Directions** From the roundabout in the centre of Knutsford, proceed along the A50 towards Holmes Chapel. Continue for approximately 1 1/3 miles and turn right onto the B5081 signposted Lower Peover and Middlewich. Upon reaching The Crown Inn public house, turn right onto Hulme Lane passing the Country Store and take the next turning on the left onto Birchwood Drive where the property will be found. **Open Plan Living Dining Kitchen** Fitted with a range of units comprising cupboards and drawers with work surfaces over and matching wall units. Built-in oven. 1 1/2 bowl stainless steel sink unit with chrome mixer tap. Four ring ceramic hob with extractor hood over. Tiled splashback. Integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer. Downlights. Double glazed window to rear. French doors to rear garden. Fitted cupboards, shelving and seating bench. Wood floor. **Living Room** Three wall light points. Double glazed windows to front. Two radiators. Wood floor. **Inner Hall** Loft hatch. Downlight. Courtesy door to rear patio and garden. **Utility Room** Fitted cupboards and work top. Stainless steel sink unit with chrome mixer tap. Space and plumbing for washing machine and dryer. Fitted wall units. Downlights. Radiator. **Bedroom 1** Downlights. Double glazed windows to side. Radiator. Fitted wardrobes. Wood effect flooring. **En-Suite Bathroom** White suite comprising panelled bath with chrome mixer tap, shower fitment and glazed screen. Vanity wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap and cupboards under. Low level WC. Chrome heated towel radiator. Downlights. Opaque double glazed window to side. Tiled floor. **Bedroom 2** Two ceiling light points. Double glazed window to front. Fitted wardrobes and cupboards. Radiator. **Shower Room** White suite comprising shower unit with chrome fittings and glazed screen. Pedestal wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap. WC. Downlights. Opaque double glazed window to side. Chrome heated towel radiator. Tiled floor. **Hallway** Front door. Downlights. Radiator. Opaque full height windows to front. Cloaks cupboard. Wood flooring. **Externally** The property is approached over a large stone driveway providing ample off-road parking, leading to the front entrance, contained by feature planting and mature hedging. The rear gardens are relatively low maintenance. Laid to lawn in the main with a flagged patio area accessed off the dining kitchen contained by both timber fencing and mature hedging. **Detached Home Office/Studio & Storage Room** Front door. Windows to front and side. Light and power. Wood flooring with underfloor heating. ## Property Photos - ![ (Main)](/listings/photos/93196767/2540135) - (Main) - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540136) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540137) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540138) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540139) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540140) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540141) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540142) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540143) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540144) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540145) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540146) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540147) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540148) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540149) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540150) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540151) - Other - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540152) - Other ## Floorplans - ![Other](/listings/photos/93196767/2540153) - Other ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Graph](/listings/photos/93196767/2540154) - EPC Graph ## FENSA Certificates This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #5713502 - **Address:** 27 Birchwood Drive, Lower Peover, WA16 9QJ - **Certificate Issued:** 26/05/2008 - **Work Completed:** 15/04/2008 - **Items:** 1 window(s) ### FENSA Certificate #5603197 - **Address:** 27 Birchwood Drive, Lower Peover, WA16 9QJ - **Certificate Issued:** 14/04/2008 - **Work Completed:** 20/02/2008 - **Items:** 1 window(s), 1 door(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 27 BIRCHWOOD DRIVE, LOWER PEOVER, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, WA16 9QJ | £315,000 | 08/07/2022 | Semi-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] 25 BIRCHWOOD DRIVE, LOWER PEOVER, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, WA16 9QJ | £380,000 | 05/12/2025 | Semi-detached | | 7 SWAN GROVE, LOWER PEOVER, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, WA16 9QF | £260,000 | 12/09/2025 | Semi-detached | | 8 HULME LANE, LOWER PEOVER, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, WA16 9QE | £460,000 | 13/10/2023 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 2C BIRCHWOOD DRIVE, LOWER PEOVER, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, WA16 9QJ | £407,500 | 16/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 12 HOLLYTREE DRIVE, LOWER PEOVER, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, WA16 9QN | £575,000 | 08/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 22 HULME LANE, LOWER PEOVER, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, WA16 9QE | £337,000 | 17/06/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 23 BIRCHWOOD DRIVE, LOWER PEOVER, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, WA16 9QJ | £450,000 | 15/06/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 25 BIRCHWOOD DRIVE, LOWER PEOVER, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, WA16 9QJ | £290,000 | 22/04/2022 | Semi-detached | | 17 HULME LANE, LOWER PEOVER, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, WA16 9QE | £345,000 | 31/03/2022 | Semi-detached | **Street average:** £381,875 (4 sales) **Area average:** £395,400 (5 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £492,412 (28 Semi-detached, WA16, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -18.8% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire West and Chester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £900/mo - **Realistic:** £1,000/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,100/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for East Lancs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £474/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.25% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £125,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £100,000 *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.* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 18.9% - **10y growth:** 36.5% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire West and Chester; Semi-detached series; as of August 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 4.4% - **5y growth (index):** 22.9% - **10y growth (index):** 53.5% ## 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)