# 2 bedroom terraced house for sale (CW3 0BD) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 6 ST JAMES CLOSE, CREWE, AUDLEM, CHESHIRE EAST CW3 0BD | | Price | £199,950 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | C | | Last sold | £140,000 Mar 2011 | ## Description This delightful two-bedroom terraced home in the highly desirable village of Audlem offers a wonderful balance of comfort and practicality, and is available with **no onward chain**, making it an ideal choice for a smooth and straightforward move. Upon entering the property, you are welcomed into a bright and inviting living room, a cosy yet airy space that benefits from plenty of natural light—perfect for relaxing after a long day or enjoying quiet evenings in. To the rear, the home opens into a spacious kitchen/diner, thoughtfully designed to accommodate both cooking and dining with ease. There is ample room for a dining table, creating a sociable hub of the home, while the kitchen itself is fitted with an integrated oven and induction hob, along with space for a washing machine and dishwasher. Just off this area is a convenient ground floor WC, as well as access to a useful storage cupboard tucked neatly beneath the stairs. Upstairs, the property continues to impress with two well-proportioned double bedrooms. The principal bedroom is particularly generous in size and is currently used as both a bedroom and a home office, highlighting its versatility, and benefits from a built-in wardrobe for added storage. The second bedroom is another comfortable double, ideal for guests, family members, or additional workspace. The main bathroom is fitted with a bath and overhead shower, offering both practicality and comfort. Externally, the property features a low-maintenance rear garden, designed for ease of upkeep while still providing a pleasant outdoor space. A paved patio area offers the perfect spot for outdoor seating or al fresco dining during the warmer months. In addition, there is a useful outbuilding which provides extra storage and space for a washing machine, adding to the home’s practicality. The property also benefits from a designated parking space, ensuring convenience for homeowners and visitors alike. **Location** Audlem is a charming Cheshire village with a bustling heart that is a designated conservation area and is centred around St James Church with it's stunning 13th century gothic architecture. The village offers an excellent range of facilities include a selection of independent shops, butcher, post office, three public houses, coffee shops, mini-supermarket, medical practice, and a 'Good' OFSTED rated primary school. For further schooling Audlem is within the catchment area of the 'Good' OFSTED rated Brine Leas secondary school and sixth form college in Nantwich. A more comprehensive range of facilities can be found in the market towns of Nantwich and Whitchurch which are only a short drive away or there is a bus service from the village to both of these towns. Audlem is a thriving village that hosts a number of annual events including a Festival of Transport, Music and Arts Festival, Beer Festival, Party on the Park, a Bonfire and Fireworks Spectacular, and the Christmas lights 'Big Switch On'. The village is a past winner of numerous awards including Regional North of England Village of Year, Cheshire Village of the Year, Best Kept Cheshire Village of the Year, and a Cheshire Community Pride Award. Located within picturesque Cheshire countryside and with the Shropshire Union Canal running through the village, Audlem is sure to delight lovers of the outdoors with an abundance of scenic rural routes to walk, run, or cycle including the canal towpath along the famous run of 15 locks which has been described as one of the finest walks in lowland England. For commuters, junction 16 of the M6 is approximately 12 miles away and provides excellent links to the north and south whilst Crewe railway station is within 10 miles and provides a fast commute into London, Manchester, Liverpool, and other major cities. Nearest airports are Birmingham to the south and Liverpool and Manchester to the north. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87986340/308347) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87986340/308348) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87986340/308349) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87986340/308350) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87986340/308351) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87986340/308352) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87986340/308353) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87986340/308354) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87986340/308355) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87986340/308356) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87986340/308357) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87986340/308358) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87986340/308359) ## Floorplans - ![All](/listings/photos/87986340/308360) - All - ![Site Plan](/listings/photos/87986340/308361) - Site Plan ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 6 ST JAMES CLOSE, AUDLEM, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW3 0BD | £140,000 | 28/03/2011 | Terraced | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 7 SHROPSHIRE STREET, AUDLEM, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW3 0AE | £130,000 | 30/11/2022 | Terraced | | 15 - 17 STAFFORD STREET, AUDLEM, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW3 0AW | £440,000 | 06/05/2022 | Terraced | | 18 STAFFORD STREET, AUDLEM, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW3 0AP | £289,000 | 18/03/2022 | Terraced | **Area average:** £286,333 (3 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £188,750 (4 Terraced, CW3, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +5.9% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £878/mo - **Realistic:** £975/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,073/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for South Cheshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £573/mo ## 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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | [Morningside, Madeley, Crewe](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/9f432b3) | £850/mo | 2 | 6.76 miles | Rightmove | | [Beck Road, Madeley](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/29dc794) | £850/mo | 2 | 7.16 miles | Rightmove | **Average rent: £850/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.43% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £106,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £85,000 *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 OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £850/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 5.1% - **Cost-to-rent:** 19.6× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-47/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -1% *Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − 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).* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -43.8% - **10y growth:** 28.4% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Terraced series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 1.6% - **5y growth (index):** 24.1% - **10y growth (index):** 56.1% ## 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)