For sale
Flat
15 ST JOHNS PARK
WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE SY13 1UL
1 beds
1 baths
Listed 23 Mar 2026 (-88d)
Property details
Tenure
LEASEHOLD (87 years remaining on lease)
Council tax band
A
Last sold
£67,950 Jun 2019
Local average
£96,821 (-32.9%)
Deprivation
Decile 3 (8,711 of 33,755)
Street crime
52 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Upper ground floor retirement apartment
- One spacious bedroom
- Walking distance to the town centre and local amenities
- Avaliable to over 55s
- Open plan bright lounge/dining room
- Functional Kitchen
- Plenty of built in storage
- Modern shower room
- Intercom system,lift to all floors and a house manager
- EPC C ,Council tax band A
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Night storage
- Accessibility
- Lift access, Ramped access
Description
BRIEF DESCRIPTION ** A well presented one bedroom upper ground floor retirement apartment, available to residents aged 55 and over and ideally positioned within walking distance of the town centre and local amenities. The development offers a range of on site facilities including a lift to all floors, a house manager, communal lounge and a shared laundry room. The apartment itself features a light and welcoming open plan lounge/diner with two windows that allow plenty of natural light to flood the space, along with an electric fireplace, leading through to a functional fitted kitchen. The bedroom provides generous wardrobe space together with built in vanity storage, and there is a modern shower room. A useful storage cupboard sits off the hallway. Externally, residents can enjoy the well maintained communal gardens.
LOCATION Situated on the Shropshire/Cheshire/Clwyd borders, the vibrant market town of Whitchurch offers a blend of traditional charm and modern convenience. Known for its strong sense of community spirit and historic character, Whitchurch is home to a diverse range of independent shops, four major supermarkets and other well-known national retailers, ensuring residents and visitors alike have everything they need close at hand. Education is well catered for, with both primary and secondary schools in town and the surrounding villages, making it a great choice for families. The town also boasts a recently constructed health centre. There is also a recently constructed leisure complex featuring an inclusive swimming pool and a range of fitness facilities for all. The renowned Hill Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa is located on the outskirts of the town which also offers great recreational amenities. For those commuting or exploring further afield, Whitchurch railway station is on a direct line between Crewe and Shrewsbury, with convenient connections to major cities including Manchester, London, and Birmingham. The town is also ideally positioned within 16 to 22 miles of larger urban centres such as Chester, Shrewsbury, Telford, Wrexham, and Crewe.
LOUNGE/DINER 17' 9" x 10' 6" (5.41m x 3.2m)
KITCHEN 6' 9" x 5' 5" (2.06m x 1.65m)
BEDROOM 14' 4" x 11' 8" (4.37m x 3.56m)
BATHROOM 6' 6" x 5' 5" (1.98m x 1.65m)
TENURE We are advised that the property is Leasehold on a 120 year lease starting June 1993 with 87 years remaining. This will be confirmed by the Vendors Solicitor during the Pre-Contract enquiries. Vacant possession upon completion.
SERVICE CHARGE/GROUND RENT We are advised the service charge is currently £3,405.28 per annum. Ground rent is currently £712.06 per annum. We are advised that water rates, maintenance of buildings and window cleaning, building insurance, use of laundry are included in the Service Charge. This will be confirmed by solicitors during pre contract enquiries.
LOCAL AUTHORITY Council tax band A. Shropshire Council, Shirehall, Shrewsbury, SY2 6ND. Tel:
SERVICES We are advised that mains electricity, water and drainage are available. Electric storage heaters. Barbers have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings etc or services to this property, so cannot confirm that they are in working order or fit for purpose. A buyer is recommended to obtain confirmation from their Surveyor or Solicitor. For broadband and mobile supply and coverage buyers are advised to visit the Ofcom mobile and broadband checker website.
PROPERTY INFORMATION We believe this information to be accurate, but it cannot be guaranteed. The fixtures, fittings, appliances and mains services have not been tested. If there is any point which is of particular importance please obtain professional confirmation. All measurements quoted are approximate. These particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS By arrangement with the Agents Office at 34 High Street, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1BB: Tel: or email:
HOW TO FIND THIS PROPERTY St John's Park is found off St John's Street which can be approached from Brownlow Street by the Smithfield Shopping Centre and St John's Church. There is also a pedestrian gate on to Green End.
ENERGY PERFORMANCE EPC C. The full energy performance certificate (EPC) is available for this property upon request.
AML REGULATIONS We are required by law to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all those buying a property. Whilst we retain responsibility for ensuring checks and any ongoing monitoring are carried out correctly, the initial checks are carried out on our behalf by Movebutler who will contact you once you have had an offer accepted on a property you wish to buy. The cost of these checks is £30 (incl. VAT) per buyer, which covers the cost of obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required. This fee will need to be paid by you in advance, ahead of us issuing a memorandum of sale, directly to Movebutler, and is non-refundable.
METHOD OF SALE For Sale by Private Treaty.
WH39884 200326 **
LOCATION Situated on the Shropshire/Cheshire/Clwyd borders, the vibrant market town of Whitchurch offers a blend of traditional charm and modern convenience. Known for its strong sense of community spirit and historic character, Whitchurch is home to a diverse range of independent shops, four major supermarkets and other well-known national retailers, ensuring residents and visitors alike have everything they need close at hand. Education is well catered for, with both primary and secondary schools in town and the surrounding villages, making it a great choice for families. The town also boasts a recently constructed health centre. There is also a recently constructed leisure complex featuring an inclusive swimming pool and a range of fitness facilities for all. The renowned Hill Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa is located on the outskirts of the town which also offers great recreational amenities. For those commuting or exploring further afield, Whitchurch railway station is on a direct line between Crewe and Shrewsbury, with convenient connections to major cities including Manchester, London, and Birmingham. The town is also ideally positioned within 16 to 22 miles of larger urban centres such as Chester, Shrewsbury, Telford, Wrexham, and Crewe.
LOUNGE/DINER 17' 9" x 10' 6" (5.41m x 3.2m)
KITCHEN 6' 9" x 5' 5" (2.06m x 1.65m)
BEDROOM 14' 4" x 11' 8" (4.37m x 3.56m)
BATHROOM 6' 6" x 5' 5" (1.98m x 1.65m)
TENURE We are advised that the property is Leasehold on a 120 year lease starting June 1993 with 87 years remaining. This will be confirmed by the Vendors Solicitor during the Pre-Contract enquiries. Vacant possession upon completion.
SERVICE CHARGE/GROUND RENT We are advised the service charge is currently £3,405.28 per annum. Ground rent is currently £712.06 per annum. We are advised that water rates, maintenance of buildings and window cleaning, building insurance, use of laundry are included in the Service Charge. This will be confirmed by solicitors during pre contract enquiries.
LOCAL AUTHORITY Council tax band A. Shropshire Council, Shirehall, Shrewsbury, SY2 6ND. Tel:
SERVICES We are advised that mains electricity, water and drainage are available. Electric storage heaters. Barbers have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings etc or services to this property, so cannot confirm that they are in working order or fit for purpose. A buyer is recommended to obtain confirmation from their Surveyor or Solicitor. For broadband and mobile supply and coverage buyers are advised to visit the Ofcom mobile and broadband checker website.
PROPERTY INFORMATION We believe this information to be accurate, but it cannot be guaranteed. The fixtures, fittings, appliances and mains services have not been tested. If there is any point which is of particular importance please obtain professional confirmation. All measurements quoted are approximate. These particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS By arrangement with the Agents Office at 34 High Street, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1BB: Tel: or email:
HOW TO FIND THIS PROPERTY St John's Park is found off St John's Street which can be approached from Brownlow Street by the Smithfield Shopping Centre and St John's Church. There is also a pedestrian gate on to Green End.
ENERGY PERFORMANCE EPC C. The full energy performance certificate (EPC) is available for this property upon request.
AML REGULATIONS We are required by law to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all those buying a property. Whilst we retain responsibility for ensuring checks and any ongoing monitoring are carried out correctly, the initial checks are carried out on our behalf by Movebutler who will contact you once you have had an offer accepted on a property you wish to buy. The cost of these checks is £30 (incl. VAT) per buyer, which covers the cost of obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required. This fee will need to be paid by you in advance, ahead of us issuing a memorandum of sale, directly to Movebutler, and is non-refundable.
METHOD OF SALE For Sale by Private Treaty.
WH39884 200326 **
Listed by
Whitchurch
A M Arthan Ltd t/a Barbers
Reference: 173583599
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
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Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Floorplans
Floorplan 1
EPC Graphs
EPC Front Page
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £65,000 | -4.3% |
| Sold | 14/06/2019 (7 years ago) | £67,950 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 WESTON COURT MEWS, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1UU | £86,750 | 20/11/2025 | Flat |
| 11 THE STRAND, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1UY | £75,000 | 29/08/2025 | Flat |
| Same street 13 ST JOHNS PARK, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1UL | £60,000 | 03/07/2025 | Flat |
| 9 HEATLEY COURT, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1AE | £80,000 | 12/03/2025 | Flat |
| 18 WESTON COURT MEWS, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1UU | £77,500 | 15/12/2023 | Flat |
| 44 FLAT B HIGH STREET, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1BB | £47,000 | 19/09/2023 | Flat |
| 25 HEATLEY COURT, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1AE | £125,000 | 15/06/2023 | Flat |
| 7 HEATLEY COURT, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1AE | £95,000 | 23/05/2023 | Flat |
| 20 ST JOHNS PARK, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1UN | £73,000 | 05/04/2023 | Flat |
| Same street 35 ST JOHNS PARK, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1UL | £71,000 | 23/11/2022 | Flat |
| THE HERMITAGE FLAT 6 CHURCH STREET, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1LB | £110,000 | 14/10/2022 | Flat |
| WESTUNE FLAT 6 ST JOHNS STREET, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1QT | £90,000 | 24/06/2022 | Flat |
| 2 WESTON COURT MEWS, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1UU | £85,000 | 31/05/2022 | Flat |
| 18 WESTON COURT MEWS, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1UU | £82,500 | 26/05/2022 | Flat |
| 27 HEATLEY COURT, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1AE | £111,000 | 25/02/2022 | Flat |
| Same street 25 ST JOHNS PARK, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1UL | £72,500 | 23/02/2022 | Flat |
| 13 HEATLEY COURT, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1AE | £90,000 | 08/02/2022 | Flat |
| 29A ST MARYS STREET, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1QY | £100,000 | 26/01/2022 | Flat |
| 23 HEATLEY COURT, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1AE | £80,000 | 05/01/2022 | Flat |
| Same street 59 ST JOHNS PARK, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1UL | £54,000 | 01/01/2022 | Flat |
| 16 HEATLEY COURT, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1AE | £97,000 | 12/11/2021 | Flat |
| SADDLERS COURT 1 ST JOHNS STREET, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1QT | £75,000 | 30/09/2021 | Flat |
| 9 GREEN END, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1AD | £60,000 | 18/08/2021 | Flat |
| Same street 23 ST JOHNS PARK, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1UL | £58,000 | 09/08/2021 | Flat |
| 24 HEATLEY COURT, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1AE | £95,000 | 14/07/2021 | Flat |
Street average: £63,100 (5 sales)
Area average: £86,738 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
5y growth
109.7%
10y growth
37.9%
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Shropshire. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of March 2026.
1y (index)
-4.4%
5y (index)
6.6%
10y (index)
25.9%
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Shropshire. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Low
£727/mo
Realistic
£808/mo
Optimistic
£889/mo
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Shropshire.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Wigan: £399/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shop | Scrivens | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Fat Cats and Flowers | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Whitchurch, Brownlow Street / Smithfield Shopping Centre | 0.1 miles |
| Hospital | Whitchurch Community Hospital | 0.2 miles |
| Train station | Whitchurch | 0.4 miles |
| Train station | Prees | 4.9 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 27 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 6 |
| Shoplifting | 5 |
| Burglary | 4 |
| Other crime | 3 |
| Other theft | 3 |
| Public order | 2 |
| Drugs | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 52 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physis Academy | Other | 0.3 miles | Good — 18 Jan 2024 |
| Whitchurch CofE Junior Academy | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 18 Sep 2023 |
| Whitchurch CofE Infant and Nursery Academy | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 1 Jul 2013 |
| Sir John Talbot's School | Secondary | 0.8 miles | Good — 30 Jan 2024 |
| Tilstock CofE Primary and Nursery | Primary | 2.3 miles | Good — 16 Jun 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed Flat, Dodington, SY13 | £435/mo | 1 | 0.21 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £435/mo (1 listing)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
Rent ratio
0.67%
Max investor price (0.8%)
£54,375
Target investor price (1%)
£43,500
Gross yield
8%
Cost-to-rent ratio
12.5×
Monthly cashflow
£111/mo
75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI
7%
- 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).