Sold STC Semi-detached

11 MAY AVENUE

LEIGH, GREATER MANCHESTER WN7 5DQ

2 beds 1 baths 743 sq ft Listed 31 Jan 2024 (-868d)

£170,000

Reduced on 22 May 2024

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# 2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (WN7 5DQ)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 11 MAY AVENUE, LEIGH, GREATER MANCHESTER WN7 5DQ |
| Price | £170,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | A |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1930-1949 |
| Floor area | 69 m² |
| Last sold | £168,000 Nov 2024 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 21/01/2025 — **EXPIRED** (no longer valid for marketing or letting)
- **Current heating cost:** £506/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £16,500

### Recommendations
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)
- U (£5,000 - £8,000)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2528-8043-6219-4855-5994)

## Description

The property boasts a semi-detached layout, offering the perfect balance of space and privacy.

Step inside, and you'll be greeted by a thoughtfully designed interior that seamlessly blends style and functionality. The spacious living room. The adjoining dining area offers an ideal space for family gatherings and entertaining guests. The well-appointed kitchen is a haven for culinary enthusiasts, featuring ample storage.

Venture upstairs to discover two generously sized bedrooms, each with its own unique charm. The master bedroom provides a peaceful retreat. The additional bedroom offer versatility, accommodating various lifestyle needs, whether it be a home office, guest room, or a cozy space for the little ones. The family bathroom, situated conveniently on the upper level and completes the arrangement of upstairs.

The outdoor space of this property is equally inviting, featuring a private garden area.

EPC Rating: C

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/144230051/588654) - Floorplan 1

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 11 MAY AVENUE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DQ | £168,000 | 15/11/2024 | Semi-detached |
| 11 MAY AVENUE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DQ | £95,500 | 03/08/2018 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 24 LAKESIDE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5BL | £123,000 | 27/08/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 6 HILDA STREET, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DG | £140,000 | 10/07/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 64 ANGUS AVENUE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DN | £205,000 | 22/09/2023 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 9 MAY AVENUE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DQ | £160,000 | 30/06/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 20 EDNA ROAD, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5ES | £125,000 | 23/06/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 29 HULME ROAD, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5BT | £178,000 | 06/06/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 1 CHERRY TREE GROVE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5BH | £140,000 | 05/04/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 19 KENNETH GROVE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5BX | £110,000 | 17/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 83 ANGUS AVENUE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DJ | £145,000 | 21/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 2 LITTLE PASTURE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5LW | £142,000 | 19/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 8 EDNA ROAD, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5ES | £134,000 | 19/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 6 LITTLE PASTURE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5LW | £116,000 | 16/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 68 ENA CRESCENT, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5EY | £142,000 | 17/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 2 ENA CRESCENT, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5EY | £135,000 | 30/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 85 ENA CRESCENT, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5ET | £125,000 | 13/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 14 ENA CRESCENT, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5EY | £105,000 | 27/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 30 LAKESIDE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5BL | £158,000 | 13/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 85 ANGUS AVENUE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DJ | £150,000 | 16/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 2 HILDA STREET, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DG | £167,000 | 03/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 16 ANGUS AVENUE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DN | £160,500 | 20/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 23 HULME GROVE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5BU | £138,000 | 25/03/2022 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £160,000 (1 sale)
**Area average:** £141,925 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £239,931 (63 Semi-detached, WN7, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -29.1%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £663/mo
- **Realistic:** £737/mo
- **Optimistic:** £811/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for East Lancs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £474/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Wigan Road, WN7 | £850/mo | 2 | 0.06 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Cameron Street, WN7 | £860/mo | 2 | 0.12 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Gordon St, WN7 | £850/mo | 2 | 0.69 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed End Terrace, Leigh Road, WN7 | £850/mo | 2 | 0.76 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Oxford St, WN7 | £895/mo | 2 | 0.78 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Irvine St, WN7 | £2,660/mo | 2 | 0.83 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Hope St, WN7 | £895/mo | 2 | 0.84 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, Chester Street, WN7 | £850/mo | 2 | 0.9 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Bond St, WN7 | £895/mo | 2 | 1.07 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,067/mo (9 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.51% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £107,500
- **Target investor price (1%):** £86,000

*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 £860/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 6.1%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 16.5×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £80/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 1.9%

*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).*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £2,464/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 48.9%
- **10y growth:** 91.5%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

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

- **1y growth (index):** -0.2%
- **5y growth (index):** 29.3%
- **10y growth (index):** 70.1%

## 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)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

69 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1930-1949

Last sold

£168,000 Nov 2024

Price per m²

£2,464/m²

Local average

£239,931 (-29.1%)

Deprivation

Decile 2 (4,488 of 33,755)

Street crime

0 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Driveway providing off road parking
Cul de sac location
Conveniently located close to local amenities

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes
Restrictions: No
Required access: No
Flooded in last 5 years: No
Flood defences: No

Description

The property boasts a semi-detached layout, offering the perfect balance of space and privacy.
Step inside, and you'll be greeted by a thoughtfully designed interior that seamlessly blends style and functionality. The spacious living room. The adjoining dining area offers an ideal space for family gatherings and entertaining guests. The well-appointed kitchen is a haven for culinary enthusiasts, featuring ample storage.
Venture upstairs to discover two generously sized bedrooms, each with its own unique charm. The master bedroom provides a peaceful retreat. The additional bedroom offer versatility, accommodating various lifestyle needs, whether it be a home office, guest room, or a cozy space for the little ones. The family bathroom, situated conveniently on the upper level and completes the arrangement of upstairs.
The outdoor space of this property is equally inviting, featuring a private garden area.
EPC Rating: C

Listed by

Leigh

Ashtons Estate Agency

Reference: 144230051

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

This certificate expired on 21/01/2025. A new EPC may be required before the property can be marketed or let.

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 22/01/2015

Expiry date: 21/01/2025 (expired)

Current heating cost: £506/year

Potential heating cost: £459/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £16,500

Recommendations

Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£5,000 - £8,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Price history

76% since 2018

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	15/11/2024 (1 year ago)	£168,000	+75.9%
Sold	03/08/2018 (7 years ago)	£95,500	—

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
24 LAKESIDE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5BL	£123,000	27/08/2025	Semi-detached
6 HILDA STREET, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DG	£140,000	10/07/2025	Semi-detached
64 ANGUS AVENUE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DN	£205,000	22/09/2023	Semi-detached
Same street 9 MAY AVENUE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DQ	£160,000	30/06/2023	Semi-detached
20 EDNA ROAD, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5ES	£125,000	23/06/2023	Semi-detached
29 HULME ROAD, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5BT	£178,000	06/06/2023	Semi-detached
1 CHERRY TREE GROVE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5BH	£140,000	05/04/2023	Semi-detached
19 KENNETH GROVE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5BX	£110,000	17/03/2023	Semi-detached
83 ANGUS AVENUE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DJ	£145,000	21/12/2022	Semi-detached
2 LITTLE PASTURE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5LW	£142,000	19/12/2022	Semi-detached
8 EDNA ROAD, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5ES	£134,000	19/12/2022	Semi-detached
6 LITTLE PASTURE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5LW	£116,000	16/12/2022	Semi-detached
68 ENA CRESCENT, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5EY	£142,000	17/11/2022	Semi-detached
2 ENA CRESCENT, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5EY	£135,000	30/09/2022	Semi-detached
85 ENA CRESCENT, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5ET	£125,000	13/09/2022	Semi-detached
14 ENA CRESCENT, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5EY	£105,000	27/07/2022	Semi-detached
30 LAKESIDE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5BL	£158,000	13/07/2022	Semi-detached
85 ANGUS AVENUE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DJ	£150,000	16/05/2022	Semi-detached
2 HILDA STREET, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DG	£167,000	03/05/2022	Semi-detached
16 ANGUS AVENUE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5DN	£160,500	20/04/2022	Semi-detached
23 HULME GROVE, LEIGH, WIGAN, GREATER MANCHESTER, WN7 5BU	£138,000	25/03/2022	Semi-detached

Street average: £160,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £141,925 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 48.9%

10y growth 91.5%

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

1y (index) -0.2%

5y (index) 29.3%

10y (index) 70.1%

Rental Range

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

Low £663/mo

Realistic £737/mo

Optimistic £811/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Wigan.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for East Lancs: £474/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View WN7 5DQ

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Wigan Road/Browning Street	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Wigan Road/Angus Avenue	0.1 miles
Shop	North West Caravan Storage & Servicing	0.3 miles
Shop	Alison Elizabeth Hair Salon	0.4 miles
Hospital	Leigh Health Centre	1.1 miles
Train station	Daisy Hill	2.6 miles
Train station	Hag Fold	2.7 miles
University	University of Chester - Warrington Campus	6.1 miles
Hospital	Bolton Hospice	6.6 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Total incidents	0

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
The Holden School	Other	0.4 miles	Good — 27 Jun 2024
Leigh St Peter's CofE Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Requires improvement — 18 May 2023
Newton Westpark Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 18 May 2023
Twelve Apostles Catholic Primary School	Primary	0.6 miles	Outstanding — 1 Dec 2021
Westleigh St Paul's CofE Primary School	Primary	0.7 miles	Good — 27 Apr 2015

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
2 Bed Terraced House, Wigan Road, WN7	£850/mo	2	0.06 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Cameron Street, WN7	£860/mo	2	0.12 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Gordon St, WN7	£850/mo	2	0.69 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed End Terrace, Leigh Road, WN7	£850/mo	2	0.76 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Oxford St, WN7	£895/mo	2	0.78 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Irvine St, WN7	£2,660/mo	2	0.83 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Hope St, WN7	£895/mo	2	0.84 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, Chester Street, WN7	£850/mo	2	0.9 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Bond St, WN7	£895/mo	2	1.07 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,067/mo (9 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.51%

Max investor price (0.8%) £107,500

Target investor price (1%) £86,000

Gross yield 6.1%

Cost-to-rent ratio 16.5×

Monthly cashflow £80/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 1.9%

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).