For sale Detached

Ratcliffe Avenue

Irlam, M44, M44 6WD

3 beds 2 baths Listed 6 Jul 2026 (-27d)

£375,000

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# 3 bedroom detached bungalow for sale (M44 6WD)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | Ratcliffe Avenue, Irlam, M44, M44 6WD |
| Price | £375,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | C |

## Description

Located in a popular part of Irlam, this beautifully refurbished three-bedroom detached bungalow offers stylish, modern living throughout and is ready to move straight into.

The property has been finished to a high standard and features a spacious lounge and kitchen , creating a bright and welcoming space that's perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The contemporary kitchen is fitted with modern units and quality finishes, while the generous layout enhances the home's sense of space.

The impressive principal first bedroom benefits from a modern en-suite shower room, while the property also offers a separate family bathroom complete with a full-sized bath, providing the convenience of both a shower and a bath in separate bathrooms.

Externally, the bungalow boasts a private driveway, a detached garage, and well-maintained front and rear gardens, offering excellent outdoor space.

Situated on a quiet and desirable street, the property is ideally located close to local shops, schools, parks and healthcare facilities. Excellent transport links, including easy access to the M60, M62 and Irlam train station, make it an ideal choice for commuters.

This is a fantastic opportunity to purchase a fully refurbished, detached bungalow in a sought-after location. Offering modern accommodation throughout, this superb home is perfect for downsizers, professionals or anyone looking for a property that's ready to enjoy from day one.

Should you proceed with an offer on this property we are obligated to HMRC to conduct anti money laundering checks in line with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017.  To complete these checks we will pass your details to our compliance partner Coadjute. Coadjute charge a fee for this service.

## Property Photos

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- ![Hallway](/listings/photos/90526503/1224506) - Hallway
- ![Hallway](/listings/photos/90526503/1224507) - Hallway
- ![Kitchen/ Diner](/listings/photos/90526503/1224508) - Kitchen/ Diner
- ![Kitchen/ Diner](/listings/photos/90526503/1224509) - Kitchen/ Diner
- ![Lounge](/listings/photos/90526503/1224510) - Lounge
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/90526503/1224511) - Bathroom
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/90526503/1224512) - Bathroom
- ![Bedroom 1](/listings/photos/90526503/1224513) - Bedroom 1
- ![Bedroom 3](/listings/photos/90526503/1224514) - Bedroom 3
- ![En Suite](/listings/photos/90526503/1224515) - En Suite
- ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/90526503/1224516) - Bedroom 2
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## Floorplans

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## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 68 SANDY LANE, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M44 6WJ | £220,000 | 18/08/2023 | Detached |
| 1 QUEENSWAY, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M44 6ND | £401,000 | 16/12/2022 | Detached |
| 32 SANDY LANE, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M44 6NL | £340,000 | 25/11/2022 | Detached |
| 21 SANDY LANE, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M44 6NL | £290,000 | 29/09/2022 | Detached |
| 48 SCHOOL LANE, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M44 6NU | £267,000 | 11/05/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 11 RATCLIFFE AVENUE, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M44 6WD | £206,000 | 24/02/2022 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £206,000 (1 sale)
**Area average:** £303,600 (5 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £364,800 (10 Detached, M44, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +2.8%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Salford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £1,048/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,164/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,280/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £947/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.31% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £145,500
- **Target investor price (1%):** £116,400

*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:** 9.2%
- **10y growth:** 54.6%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Salford; Detached series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -3%
- **5y growth (index):** 26.8%
- **10y growth (index):** 91.2%

## 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)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Council tax band

Local average

£364,800 (+2.8%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (26,421 of 33,755)

Street crime

0 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

Spacious Detached Bungalow – Rare opportunity to own an extended 3-bedroom detached bungalow in a sought-after area of Irlam.
Prime Location – Situated in a quiet, desirable neighbourhood with excellent access to local amenities, transport links, and scenic walks.
Driveway & Garage – Off-road parking with a private driveway and attached garage for added convenience.
Close to Local Schools & Amenities – Within walking distance of shops, schools, parks and health services.
Excellent Transport Links – Easy access to M62, M60 and Irlam train station for commuting into Manchester or Liverpool.

Additional details

Heating: Gas central
Parking: Yes
Garden: Private garden
Listed property: No
Restrictions: No
Required access: No
Rights of way: No
Flooded in last 5 years: No
Flood defences: No

Description

Located in a popular part of Irlam, this beautifully refurbished three-bedroom detached bungalow offers stylish, modern living throughout and is ready to move straight into.
The property has been finished to a high standard and features a spacious lounge and kitchen , creating a bright and welcoming space that's perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The contemporary kitchen is fitted with modern units and quality finishes, while the generous layout enhances the home's sense of space.
The impressive principal first bedroom benefits from a modern en-suite shower room, while the property also offers a separate family bathroom complete with a full-sized bath, providing the convenience of both a shower and a bath in separate bathrooms.
Externally, the bungalow boasts a private driveway, a detached garage, and well-maintained front and rear gardens, offering excellent outdoor space.
Situated on a quiet and desirable street, the property is ideally located close to local shops, schools, parks and healthcare facilities. Excellent transport links, including easy access to the M60, M62 and Irlam train station, make it an ideal choice for commuters.
This is a fantastic opportunity to purchase a fully refurbished, detached bungalow in a sought-after location. Offering modern accommodation throughout, this superb home is perfect for downsizers, professionals or anyone looking for a property that's ready to enjoy from day one.

Should you proceed with an offer on this property we are obligated to HMRC to conduct anti money laundering checks in line with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017. To complete these checks we will pass your details to our compliance partner Coadjute. Coadjute charge a fee for this service.

Listed by

Irlam

Irlam Estates

Reference: 90526503

EPC ratings on this postcode

We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.

Address	Current	Potential	Floor area	Age band	Type
1, Ratcliffe Avenue, Irlam, MANCHESTER	70	83	101 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Terraced
11 Ratcliffe Avenue, Irlam, MANCHESTER	69	84	88 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached
11, Ratcliffe Avenue, Irlam, MANCHESTER	67	70	87 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached
12, Ratcliffe Avenue, Irlam, MANCHESTER	67	87	49 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached
13, Ratcliffe Avenue, Irlam, MANCHESTER	61	89	53 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached
16, Ratcliffe Avenue, Irlam, MANCHESTER	71	77	95 m²	England and Wales: 1967-1975	Detached
1a Ratcliffe Avenue, Irlam, MANCHESTER	60	79	231 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached
2 Ratcliffe Avenue, Irlam, MANCHESTER	63	84	55 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached
22 RATCLIFFE AVENUE, IRLAM, IRLAM	70	82	124 m²	England and Wales: 1967-1975	Detached
3, Ratcliffe Avenue, Irlam, MANCHESTER	58	85	85 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached
4 Ratcliffe Avenue, Irlam, MANCHESTER	69	84	68 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached
5 Ratcliffe Avenue, Irlam, MANCHESTER	66	73	82 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached
6, Ratcliffe Avenue, Irlam, MANCHESTER	64	87	52 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached
8, Ratcliffe Avenue, Irlam, MANCHESTER	82	90	53 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached
8, Ratcliffe Avenue, Irlam, MANCHESTER	62	72	54 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

All

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Listed for sale	—	£375,000	—

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
68 SANDY LANE, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M44 6WJ	£220,000	18/08/2023	Detached
1 QUEENSWAY, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M44 6ND	£401,000	16/12/2022	Detached
32 SANDY LANE, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M44 6NL	£340,000	25/11/2022	Detached
21 SANDY LANE, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M44 6NL	£290,000	29/09/2022	Detached
48 SCHOOL LANE, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M44 6NU	£267,000	11/05/2022	Detached
Same street 11 RATCLIFFE AVENUE, IRLAM, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M44 6WD	£206,000	24/02/2022	Semi-detached

Street average: £206,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £303,600 (5 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 9.2%

10y growth 54.6%

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

1y (index) -3%

5y (index) 26.8%

10y (index) 91.2%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,048/mo

Realistic £1,164/mo

Optimistic £1,280/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Salford.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Central Greater Manchester: £947/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Address

Ratcliffe Avenue

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Irlam Primary School	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Liverpool Road/Ferryhill Road	0.2 miles
Shop	Bargain Booze	0.3 miles
Shop	Eurotan	0.3 miles
Train station	Irlam	1.2 miles
Train station	Flixton	1.6 miles
Hospital	Altrincham Health and Wellbeing Centre	5.2 miles
Hospital	Leigh Health Centre	5.2 miles
University	University of Chester - Warrington Campus	5.7 miles
University	Manchester School of Art	7.7 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Total incidents	0

Within 1 mile during May 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
Irlam Endowed Primary School	Primary	0.1 miles	Good — 20 Mar 2014
Irlam Primary School	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 19 Jun 2012
St Joseph the Worker RC Primary School	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 6 Dec 2011
Moss Valley Primary Academy	Primary	0.3 miles	Requires improvement — 15 May 2022
Fiddlers Lane Community Primary School	Primary	0.5 miles	Requires improvement — 15 Jan 2023

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.31%

Max investor price (0.8%) £145,500

Target investor price (1%) £116,400

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).

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