# 5 bedroom detached house for sale (L40 1SZ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 118 BRICK KILN LANE, ORMSKIRK, RUFFORD, LANCASHIRE L40 1SZ | | Price | £600,000 | | Bedrooms | 5 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Last sold | £590,000 Oct 2024 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 06/03/2033 - **Current heating cost:** £3,493/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £20,500 ### Recommendations - B (£500 - £1,500) - Q (£4,000 - £14,000) - W1 (£800 - £1,200) - W2 (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2400-5631-0422-4207-3773) ## Description Churcher Estates are delighted to present this beautifully traditional five bedroom detached house located in the idyllic village of Rufford. The beautiful village is surrounded by country side walks, pubs, restaurants and some fantastic transport links. Rufford is far from being remote, with the village benefitting from its own train station, as well as being within easy reach of the motorway network, both of which will be handy for the commuter, safe in the knowledge that one can return to their country retreat in an evening, perhaps to enjoy a relaxing stroll with the dogs along the banks of the Leeds Liverpool Canal or through the Mere Sands Wood. The property briefly comprises of two reception rooms, both situated at the front of the property. To the right of the entrance hallway is the main lounge, featuring a gas burning stove with the look and feel of a log burner, also featuring traditional wooden farmhouse style doors leading through to the kitchen. To the left of the entrance hallway is the second sitting room featuring an open fire and filled with natural light. Leading through from the second sitting room is the dining area, providing access to the kitchen and double patio doors leading to the conservatory. The conservatory is provides views of the scenic and peaceful garden, creating a tranquil space to relax and unwind. This space could also be perfect for entertaining. Located off the dining room and main lounge is the spacious kitchen, featuring wooden shaker style cupboards, a centred island and a free standing double range cooker. Leading on from the kitchen is a utility room and downstairs WC. The garage can also be accessed internally via the utility room. To the first floor of the property is a five piece family bathroom, four double bedrooms and an additional single room, perfect for a nursery or office space. The master bedroom also features a modern en-suite wet room with underfloor heating and stunning views of the country side. The property sits in a large private plot with ample parking and an integral garage to the front, whilst to the rear there is a gorgeous fully enclosed mature rear garden affording total privacy. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 118 BRICK KILN LANE, RUFFORD, ORMSKIRK, WEST LANCASHIRE, LANCASHIRE, L40 1SZ | £590,000 | 09/10/2024 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 26 ROSEACRE GARDENS, RUFFORD, ORMSKIRK, WEST LANCASHIRE, LANCASHIRE, L40 1AA | £475,000 | 24/11/2025 | Detached | | [Same street] 136 BRICK KILN LANE, RUFFORD, ORMSKIRK, WEST LANCASHIRE, LANCASHIRE, L40 1SZ | £277,000 | 15/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 24 ROSEACRE GARDENS, RUFFORD, ORMSKIRK, WEST LANCASHIRE, LANCASHIRE, L40 1AA | £525,000 | 10/11/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 58 BRICK KILN LANE, RUFFORD, ORMSKIRK, WEST LANCASHIRE, LANCASHIRE, L40 1SZ | £440,000 | 23/06/2023 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 90 BRICK KILN LANE, RUFFORD, ORMSKIRK, WEST LANCASHIRE, LANCASHIRE, L40 1SZ | £420,000 | 20/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 106 BRICK KILN LANE, RUFFORD, ORMSKIRK, WEST LANCASHIRE, LANCASHIRE, L40 1SZ | £390,000 | 09/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 138 BRICK KILN LANE, RUFFORD, ORMSKIRK, WEST LANCASHIRE, LANCASHIRE, L40 1SZ | £205,000 | 13/10/2022 | Semi-detached | | 24 ROSEACRE GARDENS, RUFFORD, ORMSKIRK, WEST LANCASHIRE, LANCASHIRE, L40 1AA | £510,000 | 28/06/2022 | Detached | | 18 WILLOW GREEN, RUFFORD, ORMSKIRK, WEST LANCASHIRE, LANCASHIRE, L40 1UR | £310,000 | 28/01/2022 | Detached | | 8 WILLOW GREEN, RUFFORD, ORMSKIRK, WEST LANCASHIRE, LANCASHIRE, L40 1UR | £320,000 | 21/01/2022 | Detached | **Street average:** £346,400 (5 sales) **Area average:** £428,000 (5 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £442,136 (40 Detached, L40, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +35.7% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (West Lancashire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £717/mo - **Realistic:** £797/mo - **Optimistic:** £877/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Southport (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £922/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.13% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £99,625 - **Target investor price (1%):** £79,700 *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.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £3,333/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 39.2% - **10y growth:** 21.7% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for West Lancashire; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 5% - **5y growth (index):** 24.9% - **10y growth (index):** 43.9% ## 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)