5 MEADOW DRIVE
CREWE, CREWE, CHESHIRE CW2 6RF
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Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
317 m²
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Last sold
£159,000 Oct 2001
Price per m²
£1,735/m²
Local average
£354,636 (+55.1%)
Deprivation
Decile 10 (30,769 of 33,755)
Street crime
59 incidents within 1 mile (Aug 2026)
Key features
- Detached
- Four Bedrooms
- No Chain
- Brook to boundary
- Desirable Location
- Private rear tiered garden
- Garage
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Situated in one of Wistaston's most desirable residential locations, this substantial four-bedroom dormer bungalow presents a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully positioned home occupying an exceptionally generous plot. Offering versatile accommodation, mature gardens and an idyllic babbling brook forming the rear boundary, this is a property that perfectly combines space, privacy and tranquillity.
The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged to suit a variety of buyers, with spacious and flexible living areas that are ideal for growing families or those seeking multi-generational living. The welcoming entrance leads to generous reception rooms filled with natural light, providing excellent space for both everyday family life and entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen enjoys pleasant views across the garden and is complemented by ample dining and living space.
There are four well-proportioned bedrooms, offering flexibility for family living, guest accommodation or home working, alongside well-appointed bathroom facilities serving both floors.
Externally, the property truly comes into its own. Occupying an impressive plot, the beautifully maintained gardens provide an abundance of outdoor space rarely found on today's market. The expansive lawned gardens are bordered by mature trees and established planting, creating a wonderful sense of privacy and seclusion. To the rear, a charming babbling brook gently meanders along the boundary, providing a peaceful backdrop and creating a truly idyllic setting to relax and enjoy the surrounding nature.
To the front, the property offers extensive off-road parking together with further outdoor space, while the generous plot presents exciting potential for further landscaping, extensions or development (subject to the necessary planning permissions).
Located within easy reach of excellent local amenities, highly regarded schools, transport links and the centres of Crewe and Nantwich, this unique home offers the perfect balance of countryside tranquillity and everyday convenience.
A truly rare opportunity to purchase a substantial family home occupying one of the area's most impressive plots, complete with an enchanting brookside setting. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate everything this exceptional property has to offer.
Listed by
Crewe
Spicerhaart
Reference: 92044407
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 18/08/2026
Expiry date: 17/08/2036
Current heating cost: £4,923/year
Potential heating cost: £3,161/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £10,050
Recommendations
- Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£900 - £1,200)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Registered land (INSPIRE)
This location is outside the imported HM Land Registry INSPIRE registered freehold polygons.
Source: HM Land Registry INSPIRE Index Polygons.
Floorplans
Floorplan 1
Floorplan 2
EPC Graphs
EPC 1
FENSA Certificates
This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #1681755
Property Details
Street: 5 Meadow Drive
Town: Crewe
Postcode: CW2 6RF
Installation Details
Items: 1 window
Certificate Issued: 10/05/2004
Work Completed: 13/04/2004
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #5684310
Property Details
Street: 5 Meadow Drive
Town: CREWE
Postcode: CW2 6RF
Installation Details
Items: 3 windows and 2 doors
Certificate Issued: 19/05/2008
Work Completed: 28/04/2008
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 | — | £550,000 | +245.9% |
| Sold | 05/10/2001 (25 years ago) | £159,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24A ROPE LANE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6RD | £242,500 | 16/02/2026 | Detached |
| 6 TOWERS CLOSE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6QE | £333,000 | 21/11/2025 | Detached |
| 26 ROPE LANE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6RD | £468,000 | 10/11/2023 | Detached |
| 25 EDGEWOOD DRIVE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6SB | £435,000 | 10/11/2023 | Detached |
| 442 CREWE ROAD, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6QN | £315,000 | 27/10/2023 | Detached |
| 4 CHATSWORTH CLOSE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6SW | £350,000 | 13/04/2023 | Detached |
| 535 CREWE ROAD, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6PY | £535,000 | 03/11/2022 | Detached |
| 16 WELLSWOOD DRIVE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6RE | £407,500 | 06/10/2022 | Detached |
| 2 HARDY CLOSE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8DY | £285,000 | 08/08/2022 | Detached |
| 7 BRIDGE CLOSE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6RL | £317,500 | 19/07/2022 | Detached |
| 34 ROPE LANE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6RD | £490,000 | 15/07/2022 | Detached |
| 46 ROPE LANE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6RD | £715,000 | 13/07/2022 | Detached |
| 5 FRESHFIELDS, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6QD | £267,500 | 09/05/2022 | Detached |
| 3 THE POPLARS, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6QZ | £407,000 | 14/01/2022 | Detached |
| 2 ROPE BANK AVENUE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6RZ | £355,000 | 22/12/2021 | Detached |
| 6 HARDY CLOSE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8DY | £375,000 | 20/12/2021 | Detached |
| 1 CHATSWORTH CLOSE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6SW | £350,000 | 03/12/2021 | Detached |
| 2C EDGEWOOD DRIVE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6SB | £290,000 | 25/11/2021 | Detached |
| 5 EDGEWOOD DRIVE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6SB | £315,000 | 25/11/2021 | Detached |
| 50 ROPE LANE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6RD | £266,000 | 19/11/2021 | Detached |
Area average: £375,950 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire East. Series: Detached. As of July 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cheshire East. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for South Cheshire: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Wistaston, Rope Lane / Spar | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Spar | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Graham Tresidder and Son | 0.1 miles |
| Train station | Crewe | 1.6 miles |
| University | University of Buckingham Crewe Campus | 2.1 miles |
| Train station | Nantwich | 2.4 miles |
| University | Keele University | 9.6 miles |
| Hospital | Tarporley War Memorial Hospital | 10.2 miles |
| Hospital | Whitchurch Community Hospital | 11.5 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 28 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 12 |
| Public order | 6 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 4 |
| Drugs | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Total incidents | 59 |
Within 1 mile during Aug 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Berkeley Academy | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 3 Dec 2019 |
| Wistaston Church Lane Academy | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 14 May 2019 |
| Shavington Academy | Secondary | 0.7 miles | Good — 17 Jun 2014 |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Crewe | Primary | 0.7 miles | Good — 13 Sep 2023 |
| Vine Tree Primary School | Primary | 0.8 miles | Good — 12 Dec 2012 |
Rental Comparables
Rental comparables data is not available for this property.
Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).