# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (CW12 4FF) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 42 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON CW12 4FF | | Price | £290,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | C | | Floor area | 96 m² | | Last sold | £284,995 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** B - **Potential rating:** A - **Expiry date:** 01/05/2033 - **Current heating cost:** £415/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,500 ### Recommendations - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0300-3522-3050-2507-4585) ## Description Welcome to this stunning three bedroom semi detached house, situated in an exclusive development and offering the best of both town and country living. This Bellway Homes ‘The Fletcher’ design is beautifully presented throughout, featuring a spacious open-plan living area that is flooded with natural light thanks to large windows and clever layout.. The contemporary decor and stylish flooring create a welcoming atmosphere from the moment you step inside. The ground floor provides plenty of space for relaxing or entertaining, while the modern kitchen is perfect for keen cooks. Upstairs, you’ll find three generous double bedrooms and two sleek bathrooms, including a fabulous master suite that occupies the entire top floor. The master suite is a true retreat, boasting a large dressing room and its own en-suite, making mornings and evenings a real pleasure. With countryside views from many windows, you’ll love waking up to the peaceful outlook every day. The location is ideal for families or professionals, with schools, shops, and commuter links all close by, while the surrounding countryside is perfect for weekend walks and exploring. Step outside and you’ll find a private, low-maintenance rear garden that’s perfect for summer barbeques, children’s play, or simply relaxing with a good book. The detached garage (with driveway parking for several cars) provides practical storage and convenience, whether you need space for bikes, gardening tools, or simply want to keep your car secure. The front garden is attractively landscaped, adding to the home’s kerb appeal and welcoming feel. Thanks to the development’s position on the edge of town, you can enjoy peaceful surroundings and those fabulous countryside views, yet still be within easy reach of everything you need. Whether you’re looking to entertain friends, let the kids run around, or just soak up some sunshine, the outside space here offers plenty of options. This is a home that’s ready for you to move in and start making memories, combining style, comfort, and practicality both inside and out. **Parking - Garage** **Parking - Driveway** ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714451) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714454) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714456) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714458) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714460) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714462) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714465) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714467) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714471) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714475) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714477) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714481) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714483) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714486) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714490) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714494) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714496) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714499) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714502) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714505) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173904578/714508) ## Floorplans - ![Ground Floor](/listings/photos/173904578/714513) - Ground Floor - ![First Floor](/listings/photos/173904578/714518) - First Floor - ![Second Floor](/listings/photos/173904578/714520) - Second Floor ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | [Same street] 36 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF | £299,995 | 06/07/2023 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 48 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF | £249,596 | 26/05/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 28 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF | £319,995 | 30/03/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 16 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF | £221,596 | 20/01/2023 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 14 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF | £221,596 | 20/01/2023 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 26 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF | £373,995 | 12/01/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 22 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF | £373,995 | 06/01/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 18 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF | £344,995 | 06/01/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 24 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF | £344,995 | 19/12/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 53 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF | £405,995 | 19/12/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 20 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF | £405,995 | 09/12/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 2 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF | £305,995 | 25/11/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 6 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF | £338,995 | 25/11/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 46 WALTER AVENUE, SOMERFORD, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST, CW12 4FF | £337,995 | 06/06/2022 | Detached | **Street average:** £324,695 (14 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £259,877 (65 Semi-detached, CW12, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +11.6% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £881/mo - **Realistic:** £979/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,077/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Oldham & Rochdale (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £693/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Hurlston Place, CW12 | £1,400/mo | 3 | 0.08 miles | OpenRent | | [Burgess Place, Congleton, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/4cadafa) | £1,400/mo | 3 | 0.43 miles | Rightmove | | [Ormiston Way, Congleton](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/05e7379) | £1,495/mo | 3 | 0.44 miles | Rightmove | | [Lower Meadow Drive, Congleton, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/cbc4e3c) | £1,350/mo | 3 | 1.35 miles | Rightmove | | [Dobson Way, Congleton, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/bef992e) | £2,200/mo | 3 | 1.84 miles | Rightmove | | [Wallhill Lane, Brownlow, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/3894533) | £1,500/mo | 3 | 1.98 miles | Rightmove | | [Southbank Grove, Congleton](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/205a4fb) | £1,100/mo | 3 | 2.17 miles | Rightmove | | [Canal Road, Congleton, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/5f94ea5) | £1,300/mo | 3 | 2.39 miles | Rightmove | | [Moss Road, Astbury, CW12](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/94bcc99) | £1,500/mo | 3 | 2.7 miles | Rightmove | | [Congleton, Staffordshire](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/d9636ca) | £2,000/mo | 3 | 4.6 miles | Rightmove | **Average rent: £1,525/mo (10 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.5% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £181,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £144,800 *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 £1,448/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 6% - **Cost-to-rent:** 16.7× - **Monthly cashflow:** £136/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:** £3,021/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 19.9% - **10y growth:** 44.2% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Semi-detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.3% - **5y growth (index):** 25.2% - **10y growth (index):** 56.5% ## 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)