# 3 bedroom farm house for sale (CW8 2RS) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | Thorn Tree Farm, Ainsworth Lane, Crowton, CW8 2RS | | Price | £1,150,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | F | ## Description Thorn Tree Farm is a detached farmhouse positioned on a 7.1 acre plot with detached barns, located in the highly sought after village of Crowton **Description** - Owned in the vendors family for over sixty years this detached farmhouse is the perfect opportunity for a growing family looking to acquire their next renovation project. Externally the property is located on Ainsworth Lane, positioned on a 7.1 acre plot with detached barns, a large sweeping driveway for multiple vehicles and gardens and woodland surrounding the property. Ground floor accommodation comprises spacious entrance hall with ample hanging and shoe storage space. The lounge has original herringbone flooring and both the lounge and the sitting room have feature log burners creating two cosey reception rooms, both with views towards the front aspect. The kitchen/dining room has quarry tiled flooring, a range of low level units, a space for an electric cooker and washing machine. The two stores on the first floor are accessed via the stairs off the dining room which could easily be converted into further bedrooms. The utility room has quarry tiled flooring, space for an American fridge/freezer and a large built in storage cupboard. Upstairs comprises two double bedrooms, a single bedroom/study and a three piece family bathroom. The property is heated by pug in oil filled radiators and the drains are connected to a soakaway in the neighbouring field. Crowton is conveniently located in the peaceful Cheshire West countryside while remaining well connected to nearby towns and cities. The village offers a welcoming community atmosphere with everyday amenities including a village hall, church and the popular Hare & Hounds public house, as well as Crowton Christ Church C of E Primary School within the village itself. A wider range of shops, supermarkets and leisure facilities can be found in the nearby town of Northwich, approximately 5.5 miles away. The area is particularly well regarded for its schooling, with additional local options including Weaverham High School and highly regarded independent education at The Grange School, while further prestigious schools can be found in the historic city of Chester. For outdoor enthusiasts, the surrounding countryside provides excellent walking, cycling and riding opportunities, with scenic routes across Cheshire’s rolling farmland and nearby beauty spots including Delamere Forest and the Sandstone Trail. The nearby River Weaver also offers picturesque riverside walks and leisure activities. Despite its rural charm, Crowton benefits from excellent transport links. The A49 is approximately 1.5 miles away providing easy access to the regional motorway network via the M56, while rail services from nearby Runcorn provide direct connections to London Euston in under two hours. The village is also conveniently positioned for commuting to Manchester, Liverpool and Chester, with both international airports within comfortable driving distance. ## Property Photos - ![Aerial Aspect](/listings/photos/173273405/70413) - Aerial Aspect - ![Aerial Aspect](/listings/photos/173273405/70416) - Aerial Aspect - ![Sitting Room](/listings/photos/173273405/70418) - Sitting Room - ![Sitting Room](/listings/photos/173273405/70420) - Sitting Room - ![Hall](/listings/photos/173273405/70422) - Hall - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/173273405/70424) - Lounge - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/173273405/70426) - Lounge - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/173273405/70427) - Kitchen - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/173273405/70428) - Kitchen - ![Dining Room](/listings/photos/173273405/70429) - Dining Room - ![Dining Room](/listings/photos/173273405/70430) - Dining Room - ![Utility Room](/listings/photos/173273405/70431) - Utility Room - ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/173273405/70433) - Bedroom One - ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/173273405/70434) - Bedroom Two - ![Bedroom Three](/listings/photos/173273405/70435) - Bedroom Three - ![Bedroom Three](/listings/photos/173273405/70436) - Bedroom Three - ![Family Bathroom](/listings/photos/173273405/70437) - Family Bathroom - ![Detached Barns](/listings/photos/173273405/70438) - Detached Barns - ![Detached Barns](/listings/photos/173273405/70440) - Detached Barns - ![Detached Barns](/listings/photos/173273405/70441) - Detached Barns - ![Rear Aspect](/listings/photos/173273405/70442) - Rear Aspect - ![Rear Aspect](/listings/photos/173273405/70443) - Rear Aspect - ![Rear Aspect](/listings/photos/173273405/70445) - Rear Aspect - ![Rear Aspect](/listings/photos/173273405/70446) - Rear Aspect - ![Aerial Aspect](/listings/photos/173273405/70447) - Aerial Aspect - ![Aerial Aspect](/listings/photos/173273405/70448) - Aerial Aspect - ![Aerial Aspect](/listings/photos/173273405/70449) - Aerial Aspect - ![Aerial Aspect](/listings/photos/173273405/70450) - Aerial Aspect - ![Thorn Tree Farm Plot](/listings/photos/173273405/70451) - Thorn Tree Farm Plot ## Floorplans - ![Thorn Tree Farm, Ainsworth Lane, Crowton](/listings/photos/173273405/70452) - Thorn Tree Farm, Ainsworth Lane, Crowton - ![Thorn Tree Farm Plot](/listings/photos/173273405/70453) - Thorn Tree Farm Plot ## EPC Graphs - ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/173273405/70454) - EE Rating ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | PEAR TREE FARM AINSWORTH LANE, CROWTON, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 2RS | £1,165,000 | 13/10/2023 | Other | | CHESHIRE FARMHOUSE AINSWORTH LANE, CROWTON, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 2RS | £885,000 | 25/05/2022 | Other | | OAKHILL FARM AINSWORTH LANE, CROWTON, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 2RS | £357,500 | 25/11/2021 | Other | **Area average:** £802,500 (3 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £878,194 (9 Other, CW8, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +31% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire West and Chester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £869/mo - **Realistic:** £966/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,063/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.08% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £120,750 - **Target investor price (1%):** £96,600 *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:** 8.9% - **10y growth:** 220.3% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire West and Chester; All dwelling types series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.4% - **5y growth (index):** 22.5% - **10y growth (index):** 53.2% ## 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)