Sold Semi-detached

18 NORTH AVENUE

CASTLEFORD, CASTLEFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE WF10 1QD

3 beds 79 m² Listed 29 Jun 2012 (-5099d)

£89,995

Reduced on 4 Aug 2012

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# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (WF10 1QD)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 18 NORTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, CASTLEFORD, WEST YORKSHIRE WF10 1QD |
| Price | £89,995 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Last sold | £40,000 Dec 2001 |

## Description

****REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE****THREE BEDROOMS****SEMI DETACHED HOUSE**** Offered to the market this three bedroom semi detached property. Located in a popular area of Castleford with direct links to surrounding towns and cities and being only a short distance away from the M62 motorway. Benefitting from driveway, garage, double glazing and central heating a viewing is advised to appreciate the accommodation that is on offer.  Briefly comprising of: entrance lobby, lounge, dining kitchen, downstairs bathroom, three bedrooms.

EntranceEnter the property through a PVCU double glazed door into the entrance hall.

Entrance HallWith stairs leading to first floor.  Internal doors leading into the lounge, kitchen and bathroom.

Lounge4.56m x 3.92m (15'0  x 12'10 )

PVCu double glazed window overlooking the front elevation. Having a feature fire place with gas fire. Internal door leading to the kitchen.  Central heating radiator.

KitchenHaving a range of wall and base units with roll edge work surface incorporating inset sink with mixer tap. Complimentary tiling splash back areas.  The kitchen benefits from an integral four ring gas hob and electric oven under. Extractor fan. Integrated dishwasher and plumbing for automatic washing machine. Two PVCu double glazed windows overlooking the rear elevation. Door leading to the side lobby.

Side LobbyWith under stairs storage cupboard and door leading to the downstairs bathroom. PVCu double glazed door leading to the side elevation.

BathroomHaving a three piece suite comprising of bath with shower over, pedestal hand wash basin and low level w.c. Central heating radiator. Two PVCu double glazed windows overlooking both the side and rear elevation.

LandingInternal doors leading to three bedrooms. Access to the loft space which is partially boarded for storage.

Bedroom One4.23m x 3.59m (13'11  x 11'9 )

PVCu double glazed window overlooking the front elevation. With storage cupboard. Central heating radiator.

Bedroom Two3.52m x 2.75m (11'7  x 9'0 )

PVCu double glazed window overlooking the rear elevation.  Central heating radiator.

Bedroom Three2.67m x 2.60m (8'9  x 8'6 )

PVCu double glazed window overlooking the rear elevation. Central heating radiator.

ExteriorTo the front of the property has a driveway suitable for a number of vehicles. The driveway leads to a detached garage. The front garden is enclosed and mainly laid to lawn.  The rear garden is also fully enclosed with both a patio and lawn areas

These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firm s employment has the authority to make or give representation or warranty in respect of the property.

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## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/38433938/459828) - EPC 1
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- ![EPC 3](/listings/photos/38433938/459835) - EPC 3

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 18 NORTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QD | £40,000 | 12/12/2001 | 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] 32 NORTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QD | £191,000 | 04/10/2024 | Semi-detached |
| 11 RAWGATE AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QB | £175,000 | 10/11/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 4 JIN WHIN TERRACE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QA | £186,000 | 24/08/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 4 SOUTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QH | £141,500 | 22/08/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 35 SOUTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QF | £175,000 | 28/06/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 15 SOUTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QH | £111,000 | 19/06/2023 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 19 NORTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QD | £149,000 | 20/04/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 62 TOLL BAR ROAD, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QP | £165,000 | 16/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 54 TOLL BAR ROAD, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QP | £162,000 | 28/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 19 TOLL BAR ROAD, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QN | £177,500 | 24/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 4 WOOD VIEW, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1PX | £165,000 | 29/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 11 WOOD VIEW, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1PX | £140,000 | 27/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 2 JIN WHIN TERRACE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QA | £90,000 | 30/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 53 MEREWOOD ROAD, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QL | £160,000 | 29/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 79 MEREWOOD ROAD, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QL | £140,000 | 18/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 22 WOOD VIEW CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1PP | £157,500 | 10/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 17 TOLL BAR ROAD, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QN | £141,000 | 26/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 25 NORTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QD | £150,000 | 15/10/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 62 WOOD VIEW AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1PU | £117,000 | 02/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 15 WHINCOP AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QQ | £135,000 | 23/08/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 18 MEREWOOD ROAD, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QJ | £142,000 | 13/08/2021 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 32 NORTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QD | £155,000 | 04/08/2021 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £161,250 (4 sales)
**Area average:** £148,917 (18 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £187,845 (75 Semi-detached, WF10, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -52.1%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £712/mo
- **Realistic:** £791/mo
- **Optimistic:** £870/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £648/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 3 Bed Terraced House, Chiltern Avenue, WF10 | £895/mo | 3 | 0.8 miles | OpenRent |
| 3 Bed Terraced House, Hope Street West, WF10 | £925/mo | 3 | 0.89 miles | OpenRent |
| 3 Bed Terraced House, Rhodes Street, WF10 | £950/mo | 3 | 0.94 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £923/mo (3 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 1.03% (strong)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £115,625
- **Target investor price (1%):** £92,500

*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 OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £925/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 12.3%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 8.1×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £453/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 20.8%

*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:** 25.5%
- **10y growth:** 43.9%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Wakefield; Semi-detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 3.8%
- **5y growth (index):** 26.3%
- **10y growth (index):** 61.4%

## Flood risk

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

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Property details

Floor area

79 m²

Last sold

£40,000 Dec 2001

Local average

£187,845 (-52.1%)

Deprivation

Decile 2 (5,015 of 33,755)

Street crime

128 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Semi Detached
Three Bedrooms
Double Glazed
Central Heating
Front and Rear Gardens
Driveway
Garage
Viewing Advised

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

**REDUCED FOR QUICK SALETHREE BEDROOMSSEMI DETACHED HOUSE** Offered to the market this three bedroom semi detached property. Located in a popular area of Castleford with direct links to surrounding towns and cities and being only a short distance away from the M62 motorway. Benefitting from driveway, garage, double glazing and central heating a viewing is advised to appreciate the accommodation that is on offer. Briefly comprising of: entrance lobby, lounge, dining kitchen, downstairs bathroom, three bedrooms.
EntranceEnter the property through a PVCU double glazed door into the entrance hall.
Entrance HallWith stairs leading to first floor. Internal doors leading into the lounge, kitchen and bathroom.
Lounge4.56m x 3.92m (15'0 x 12'10 )
PVCu double glazed window overlooking the front elevation. Having a feature fire place with gas fire. Internal door leading to the kitchen. Central heating radiator.
KitchenHaving a range of wall and base units with roll edge work surface incorporating inset sink with mixer tap. Complimentary tiling splash back areas. The kitchen benefits from an integral four ring gas hob and electric oven under. Extractor fan. Integrated dishwasher and plumbing for automatic washing machine. Two PVCu double glazed windows overlooking the rear elevation. Door leading to the side lobby.
Side LobbyWith under stairs storage cupboard and door leading to the downstairs bathroom. PVCu double glazed door leading to the side elevation.
BathroomHaving a three piece suite comprising of bath with shower over, pedestal hand wash basin and low level w.c. Central heating radiator. Two PVCu double glazed windows overlooking both the side and rear elevation.
LandingInternal doors leading to three bedrooms. Access to the loft space which is partially boarded for storage.
Bedroom One4.23m x 3.59m (13'11 x 11'9 )
PVCu double glazed window overlooking the front elevation. With storage cupboard. Central heating radiator.
Bedroom Two3.52m x 2.75m (11'7 x 9'0 )
PVCu double glazed window overlooking the rear elevation. Central heating radiator.
Bedroom Three2.67m x 2.60m (8'9 x 8'6 )
PVCu double glazed window overlooking the rear elevation. Central heating radiator.
ExteriorTo the front of the property has a driveway suitable for a number of vehicles. The driveway leads to a detached garage. The front garden is enclosed and mainly laid to lawn. The rear garden is also fully enclosed with both a patio and lawn areas
These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firm s employment has the authority to make or give representation or warranty in respect of the property.

Listed by

Castleford

Hartley & Worstenholme

Reference: 38433938

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

EPC Graphs

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Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	12/12/2001 (24 years ago)	£40,000	—

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
Same street 32 NORTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QD	£191,000	04/10/2024	Semi-detached
11 RAWGATE AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QB	£175,000	10/11/2023	Semi-detached
4 JIN WHIN TERRACE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QA	£186,000	24/08/2023	Semi-detached
4 SOUTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QH	£141,500	22/08/2023	Semi-detached
35 SOUTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QF	£175,000	28/06/2023	Semi-detached
15 SOUTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QH	£111,000	19/06/2023	Semi-detached
Same street 19 NORTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QD	£149,000	20/04/2023	Semi-detached
62 TOLL BAR ROAD, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QP	£165,000	16/12/2022	Semi-detached
54 TOLL BAR ROAD, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QP	£162,000	28/10/2022	Semi-detached
19 TOLL BAR ROAD, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QN	£177,500	24/10/2022	Semi-detached
4 WOOD VIEW, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1PX	£165,000	29/06/2022	Semi-detached
11 WOOD VIEW, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1PX	£140,000	27/05/2022	Semi-detached
2 JIN WHIN TERRACE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QA	£90,000	30/03/2022	Semi-detached
53 MEREWOOD ROAD, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QL	£160,000	29/03/2022	Semi-detached
79 MEREWOOD ROAD, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QL	£140,000	18/02/2022	Semi-detached
22 WOOD VIEW CRESCENT, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1PP	£157,500	10/02/2022	Semi-detached
17 TOLL BAR ROAD, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QN	£141,000	26/01/2022	Semi-detached
Same street 25 NORTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QD	£150,000	15/10/2021	Semi-detached
62 WOOD VIEW AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1PU	£117,000	02/09/2021	Semi-detached
15 WHINCOP AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QQ	£135,000	23/08/2021	Semi-detached
18 MEREWOOD ROAD, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QJ	£142,000	13/08/2021	Semi-detached
Same street 32 NORTH AVENUE, CASTLEFORD, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF10 1QD	£155,000	04/08/2021	Semi-detached

Street average: £161,250 (4 sales)

Area average: £148,917 (18 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 25.5%

10y growth 43.9%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Wakefield. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 3.8%

5y (index) 26.3%

10y (index) 61.4%

Rental Range

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

Low £712/mo

Realistic £791/mo

Optimistic £870/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Wakefield.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Richmond & Hambleton: £648/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Jin-Whin Hill Central Drive	0.1 miles
Shop	Pet Grooming Spa	0.1 miles
Shop	Methley Bridge Farm Shop	0.1 miles
Train station	Castleford	1.1 miles
Train station	Glasshoughton	1.9 miles
Hospital	Holgate Hospital	8.0 miles
Hospital	Lincoln Wing - A Block Entrance	8.1 miles
University	Leeds Law School	8.5 miles
University	Northern Film School	8.7 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	52
Anti-social behaviour	18
Shoplifting	15
Other theft	10
Criminal damage and arson	9
Drugs	8
Other crime	5
Public order	5
Burglary	4
Vehicle crime	2
Total incidents	128

Within 1 mile during Apr 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
Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy	Primary	0.2 miles	Good — 21 Dec 2023
Ackton Pastures Primary Academy	Primary	0.7 miles	Good — 3 May 2023
Half Acres Primary Academy	Primary	0.9 miles	Good — 26 Nov 2010
Methley Primary School	Primary	1.2 miles	Good — 13 Nov 2022
Smawthorne Henry Moore Primary School, Castleford	Primary	1.3 miles	Good — 3 Mar 2020

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
3 Bed Terraced House, Chiltern Avenue, WF10	£895/mo	3	0.8 miles	OpenRent
3 Bed Terraced House, Hope Street West, WF10	£925/mo	3	0.89 miles	OpenRent
3 Bed Terraced House, Rhodes Street, WF10	£950/mo	3	0.94 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £923/mo (3 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 1.03%

Max investor price (0.8%) £115,625

Target investor price (1%) £92,500

Gross yield 12.3%

Cost-to-rent ratio 8.1×

Monthly cashflow £453/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 20.8%

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).
Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
Cashflow — Rent minus 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).