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49 PRIORY DRIVE

DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BB3 3PT

2 beds 1 baths 893 sq ft Listed 26 Mar 2024 (-846d)

£250,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

83 m²

EPC rating

D

Year built

England and Wales: 1967-1975

Last sold

£255,000 Jul 2024

Price per m²

£3,012/m²

Local average

£288,597 (-13.4%)

Deprivation

Decile 2 (5,745 of 33,755)

Street crime

187 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • Detached true bungalow
  • Sought after Priory area
  • Two driveways for several cars
  • Large garage to rear
  • Two double bedrooms
  • Recently fitted bathroom with shower
  • Impressive FF breakfast kitchen
  • Sun room
  • PVC d-g windows. Gas CH
  • Viewing recommend!

Additional details

Heating
Gas central
Parking
Garage, On street, Off street
Garden
Yes

Description

** A detached true bungalow situated on a large plot that has two driveways providing off road parking for several cars along with a large garage at the rear. It situated in this much sought after residential locality of Priory Drive. Briefly comprises: Entrance porch, hallway, spacious lounge with ample space for dining, two double bedrooms (one with built in wardrobes), bathroom with shower (new 2021), impressive fully fitted breakfast kitchen (new 2023) and a sun room that overlooks the rear garden. Benefits from PVC double-glazed windows, gas central heating and hardwired fire alarm. Externally there are gardens to the front and rear, the latter is privately enclosed and has a recently installed covered area that makes an ideal outdoor entertaining space. The solar panels are not included in the sale (may be open to separate negotiations). Viewing recommended! 

LOCATION From Darwen town centre proceed out along Bolton Road, turn left into Hardman Way and right into Redearth Road, continue into Sough Road, turn left into Pole Lane, left into Priory Drive, and the property is on the right hand side. 

TENURE We are advised by the vendor that the property is Freehold. Any prospective purchaser should seek clarification from their solicitor.  

ACCOMMODATION  

ENTRANCE PORCH PVC front door, PVC double-glazed windows, tiled elevations and floor, glazed door through to; 

HALLWAY Two large built in storage cupboards, radiator, loft hatch (drop-down ladder, boarded and light, potential to add additional bedrooms with relevant permissions) 

OPEN PLAN LIVING ROOM WITH SPACE FOR DINING 23' 5" x 13' (7.14m x 3.96m) Two PVC double-glazed bow windows, two vertical radiators  

FULLY FITTED KITCHEN (NEW 2023) 16' 9" x 10' 3" (5.11m x 3.12m) Fitted modern wall and floor units including drawers, central island with single drainer one and a half bowl sink unit with mixer tap, gas cooking range, extractor hood, integrated dishwasher, tiled splash-backs, PVC double-glazed window, door through to; 

SUN ROOM 17' x 9' 5" (5.18m x 2.87m) 9'5 min to 15'6 max. PVC roof, PVC double-glazed windows, tiled floor, PVC exterior door (to rear garden) 

BEDROOM 1 14' 6" x 10' 4" (4.42m x 3.15m) Measurements up to fitted wardrobes, PVC double-glazed window, radiator  

BEDROOM 2 10' x 8' 9" (3.05m x 2.67m) PVC double-glazed window, radiator 

BATHROOM (NEW 2022) 'L' shaped panelled bath with shower, shower attachment, mixer tap and screen. Vanity wash hand basin with storage below, low level WC, heated towel rail, tiled elevations, extractor fan, PVC double-glazed window 

OUTSIDE Gardens to the front and rear, two driveways that can accommodate 6-8 cars (one of the driveways has gated access and is ideal for a caravan). The rear garden is privately enclosed, paved, and has a new covered area, plants, shrubs and a good size shed. The solar panels are not included in the sale (may be open to separate negotiations). 

GARAGE New roof, electric roller shutter door  

PLEASE NOTE ** VIEWINGS ARE TO BE ARRANGED THROUGH PROCTORS AND ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. WE HAVE NOT TESTED ANY APPARATUS, EQUIPMENT, FIXTURES, FITTINGS OR SERVICES AND SO CANNOT VERIFY IF THEY ARE IN WORKING ORDER OR FIT FOR THEIR PURPOSE. 

Listed by

Darwen

Proctors Estate Agency

Reference: 146143994

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 19/03/2021

Expiry date: 18/03/2031

Est. upgrade cost to C: £18,760

Recommendations

  • Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£100 - £350)
  • Cavity wall insulation (£500 - £1,500)
  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£35)
  • Upgrade heating controls (£350 - £450)
  • Replace boiler with new condensing boiler (£2,200 - £3,000)
  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

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Price history

33% since 2021

Event Date Price % change
Sold 26/07/2024 (1 year ago) £255,000 +32.8%
Sold 30/06/2021 (5 years ago) £192,000 —

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
10 CHANCEL PLACE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3RJ £270,000 16/01/2026 Detached
Same street 13 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT £165,000 09/01/2026 Detached
Same street 27 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT £225,000 02/08/2024 Detached
6 SAWLEY CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3QY £287,500 15/12/2023 Detached
3 SPIRE CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3RQ £265,000 27/11/2023 Detached
43 ABBEY CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PX £197,000 27/11/2023 Detached
Same street 29 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT £205,000 17/11/2023 Detached
Same street 53 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT £231,000 03/11/2023 Semi-detached
54 BEAUMONT WAY, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SG £263,500 03/11/2023 Detached
Same street 104 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT £150,000 14/07/2023 Semi-detached
57 CHAPTER ROAD, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PU £270,000 08/06/2023 Detached
7 SPIRE CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3RQ £275,000 27/03/2023 Detached
Same street 43 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT £250,000 27/01/2023 Detached
38 BEAUMONT WAY, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SG £225,000 21/12/2022 Detached
21 MINSTER CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PY £305,000 14/12/2022 Detached
3 JUBILEE CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SH £287,500 18/11/2022 Detached
46 ABBEY CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PX £250,000 27/10/2022 Detached
51 POLE LANE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3LD £265,000 07/10/2022 Detached
42 BEAUMONT WAY, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SG £289,000 26/08/2022 Detached
Same street 69 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT £195,000 05/08/2022 Semi-detached
65 CHAPTER ROAD, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PU £225,000 05/08/2022 Detached
38 MINSTER CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PY £337,500 25/03/2022 Detached
10 JUBILEE CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SH £265,000 14/02/2022 Detached
174 MARSH HOUSE LANE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SD £130,000 31/01/2022 Detached
12 RECTORY CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3RG £267,000 28/10/2021 Detached
39 RECTORY CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3RG £165,000 28/10/2021 Detached
2 ST JOHNS AVENUE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 2BR £230,000 29/09/2021 Detached

Street average: £203,000 (7 sales)

Area average: £253,450 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth -1.9%
10y growth 81.1%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Blackburn with Darwen. Series: Detached. As of April 2026.

1y (index) 5.4%
5y (index) 35.9%
10y (index) 70.3%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Blackburn with Darwen. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £640/mo
Realistic £711/mo
Optimistic £782/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Blackburn with Darwen.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for East Lancs: £474/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Sough by Vicarage Drive 0.0 miles
Bus stop Darwen by Rectory Close 0.0 miles
Shop McColls @ Darwen 0.6 miles
Shop Slice Hairdressers 0.6 miles
Train station Darwen 0.6 miles
Train station Entwistle 2.9 miles
Hospital The Beardwood Hospital 5.0 miles
Hospital Bolton Hospice 7.7 miles
University University of Greater Manchester 8.2 miles
University University of Bolton Orlando Village Residence 8.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 87
Anti-social behaviour 33
Criminal damage and arson 10
Burglary 9
Vehicle crime 9
Public order 8
Shoplifting 8
Other theft 7
Other crime 6
Drugs 5
Robbery 3
Bicycle theft 1
Possession of weapons 1
Total incidents 187

Within 1 mile during May 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
Darwen St Peter's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Good — 8 May 2022
Turncroft Nursery School Nursery 0.3 miles Outstanding — 11 Dec 2014
Sudell Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 22 Nov 2021
Darwen Aldridge Community Academy Secondary 0.5 miles Requires improvement — 7 Feb 2023
Holy Trinity VC School Primary 0.7 miles Good — 8 Dec 2019

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.28%
Max investor price (0.8%) £88,875
Target investor price (1%) £71,100
  • 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).