Clock Cottage
HIELD LANE, NORTHWICH, ASTON BY BUDWORTH, CHESHIRE EAST CW9 6LP
£1,250,000
Property details
Floor area
239 m²
Council tax band
G
Last sold
£475,000 Nov 2012
Local average
£466,124 (+168.2%)
Deprivation
Decile 8 (23,713 of 33,755)
Street crime
4 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Stunning period home on the edge of Great Budworth
- Nearly 2900 sq ft of accommodation
- 1000 sq ft two story garage and car barn
- Superbly appointed throughout
- Five bedrooms, four bathrooms
- Large open plan kitchen reception space
- 32 ft double reception room and separate snug / office
- Enjoying splendid open views
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Private garden
- Listed property
- No
Description
Formerly the residence and workshop for respected Cheshire clock maker, Matthew Bushell, the property is believed to date back to the mid-18th century. In 2020, a large extension was added, transforming the previously modest cottage into an impressive 2,900 sq ft home (not including the oak garage), incorporating contemporary luxury features with traditional materials, including beautiful natural stone tiling and a stunning hand carved oak staircase.
The property is accessed via Westage lane onto a wide gravel driveway which provides secure parking for several vehicles, in addition to the large two-story double garage and two bay carport.
An attractive oak frame storm porch leads into an impressive central reception hallway, which features a stunning sweeping oak staircase and gallery, and light-coloured natural stone tiling which runs throughout and into the kitchen.
Open to the hall is a spacious multi-purpose kitchen / living and dining area with a front facing window enjoying partial open views and oak frame windows and doors leading out to the main courtyard and garden.
The kitchen has been expertly fitted with hand painted cabinets and contrasting stone worktops, incorporating high quality appliances and a large central island perfect for informal dining.
Beyond the kitchen there is a generous utility room with ample built in storage.
Across the hall from the kitchen there are three further reception spaces, including a large double reception room, with a room dividing two-sided fireplace, and a cosy snug or study which enjoys pleasant front facing aspects.
On the first-floor level a split landing provides access into five bedrooms, most with interesting vaulted ceilings. The largest of the bedrooms benefits from a dressing room, and a stunning contemporary style en-suite shower room.
There is an en-suite guest room located to the front of the house, boating splendid far-reaching views over farmland towards the peak district.
The largest of the three remaining bedrooms is also en-suite, whilst the others share the use of a superb family bathroom located off the landing, with painted panelling and a quality four-piece suite, incorporating a large shower enclosure and a freestanding contemporary style bath.
The property sits within beautifully landscaped gardens that extend around three sides of the house, enclosed by hedges and a wealth of mature planting, including several trees.
The garage extends to over 1000 sq ft in all and comprises a large brick built double garage and two bay carport, with a first floor providing excellent space for a workshop or games room.
Listed by
Covering Cheshire
Lord & Porter Limited
Reference: 160199399
EPC ratings on this postcode
We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.
| Address | Current | Potential | Floor area | Age band | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clock Cottage, Hield Lane, Aston By Budworth | 70 | 71 | 239 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | House |
| Clock Cottage, Hield Lane, Aston By Budworth, NORTHWICH | 70 | 71 | 239 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £1,250,000 | +163.2% |
| Sold | 01/11/2012 (13 years ago) | £475,000 | — |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.
Sold Comparables
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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 March 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 Kendal: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Hield Lane
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Great Budworth, High Street / George & Dragon | 0.6 miles |
| Bus stop | Higher Marston, Marston Lane / Hall Drive | 0.7 miles |
| Shop | Spar | 1.3 miles |
| Shop | Village Store and Cafe | 1.7 miles |
| Train station | Lostock Gralam | 2.3 miles |
| Train station | Northwich | 2.4 miles |
| Hospital | Victoria Infimary | 2.7 miles |
| Hospital | Spire Cheshire Hospital | 4.5 miles |
| University | University of Chester - Warrington Campus | 8.6 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total incidents | 4 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Budworth CofE Primary School | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 20 Jul 2012 |
| Wincham Community Primary School | Primary | 1.2 miles | Good — 13 Dec 2023 |
| Cransley School | Other | 1.2 miles | — (No rating) |
| Comberbach Nursery and Primary School | Primary | 1.8 miles | Good — 5 Jul 2016 |
| Lostock Gralam CofE Primary School | Primary | 2.2 miles | Good — 8 Nov 2011 |
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