# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (CW8 1BN) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 56 DARWIN STREET, NORTHWICH CW8 1BN | | Price | £220,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | C | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | | Floor area | 81 m² | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 08/07/2036 - **Current heating cost:** £936/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £16,825 ### Recommendations - W1 (£5,000 - £10,000) - E (£300 - £350) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0319-3064-4203-2756-3204) ## Description Sat within a highly desirable position on the outskirts of Northwich, this fantastic three bedroom semi-detached property is offered to the market with no onward chain. This property features off road parking and a stunning landscaped rear garden. **Location** - Northwich town centre has a range of independent and established retail chains. There are several supermarkets including Sainsburys, Tesco, Aldi, Lidl and Waitrose. The town has a state of the art leisure centre, cinema complex, restaurant quarter and attractive landscaped walking routes along the new riverside development. Northwich and surrounds are renowned for its superb educational facilities catering for all age groups, including the highly reputable and very popular Kingsmead Primary School, Grange School (junior and secondary level), St Nicholas's Roman Catholic high school, Mid-Cheshire College of Further Education and Sir John Deane's Sixth Form and further education college which is within a few moments stroll of the property. Road access to the M6 and M56 is afforded by the A556 and the A49, making commuting to Chester, Warrington, Liverpool and Manchester and Media City UK easily accessible, whilst Liverpool and Manchester International Airports can be accessed within 45 minutes drive. There are railway stations at Northwich and Greenbank (Manchester to Chester line) and Hartford and Acton Bridge (Liverpool - Crewe - London). In contrast, there are pleasant river walks and cycle paths nearby. **In Further Details The Accommodation Comprises:-** - Please note that we have not checked any of the appliances or the central heating system included in the sale (if any). All prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves on this point prior to entering the contract. **Ground Floor** - **Entrance Hall** - **Dinng Room** - 3.80 x 3.35 (12'5" x 10'11") - **Lounge** - 4.18 x 3.66 (13'8" x 12'0") - **Kitchen** - 3.28 x 2.26 (10'9" x 7'4") - **First Floor** - **Landing** - **Bedroom One** - 3.80 x 3.47 (12'5" x 11'4") - **Bedroom Two** - 3.70 x 3.55 (12'1" x 11'7") - **Bedroom Three** - 1.70 x 1.55 (5'6" x 5'1") - **Bathroom** - 2.65 x 2.46 (8'8" x 8'0") - **Outside** - **Landscaped Garden** - **Off Road Parking** - **Tenure** - Freehold. Subject to verification by Vendor's Solicitor. **Services (Not Tested)** - We believe that mains water, electricity, central heating and drains are connected. **Local Authority** - Cheshire West & Chester Council. Council Tax – Band C. **Post Code** - CW8 1BN **Possession** - Vacant possession upon completion. **Viewing** - Viewing strictly by appointment through the Agents. ## Property Photos - ![56 Darwin Street-028.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440330) - 56 Darwin Street-028.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-022.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440331) - 56 Darwin Street-022.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-011.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440332) - 56 Darwin Street-011.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-004.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440333) - 56 Darwin Street-004.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-005.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440334) - 56 Darwin Street-005.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-006.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440335) - 56 Darwin Street-006.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-007.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440336) - 56 Darwin Street-007.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-008.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440337) - 56 Darwin Street-008.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-009.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440338) - 56 Darwin Street-009.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-001.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440339) - 56 Darwin Street-001.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-002.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440340) - 56 Darwin Street-002.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-003.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440341) - 56 Darwin Street-003.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-020.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440342) - 56 Darwin Street-020.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-012.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440343) - 56 Darwin Street-012.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-013.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440344) - 56 Darwin Street-013.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-014.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440345) - 56 Darwin Street-014.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-015.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440346) - 56 Darwin Street-015.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-016.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440347) - 56 Darwin Street-016.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-017.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440348) - 56 Darwin Street-017.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-018.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440349) - 56 Darwin Street-018.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-019.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440350) - 56 Darwin Street-019.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-021.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440351) - 56 Darwin Street-021.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-023.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440352) - 56 Darwin Street-023.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-024.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440353) - 56 Darwin Street-024.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-025.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440354) - 56 Darwin Street-025.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-026.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440355) - 56 Darwin Street-026.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-027.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440356) - 56 Darwin Street-027.jpg - ![56 Darwin Street-029.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440357) - 56 Darwin Street-029.jpg ## Floorplans - ![56 Darwin Street-plan.jpg](/listings/photos/91070826/1440358) - 56 Darwin Street-plan.jpg ## FENSA Certificates This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #7490275 - **Address:** 56 Darwin Street, NORTHWICH, CW8 1BN - **Certificate Issued:** 06/07/2010 - **Work Completed:** 24/06/2010 - **Items:** 2 window(s) ### FENSA Certificate #6029329 - **Address:** 56 Darwin Street, NORTHWICH, CW8 1BN - **Certificate Issued:** 06/10/2008 - **Work Completed:** 24/09/2008 - **Items:** 1 door(s) ### FENSA Certificate #15974174 - **Address:** 56 Darwin Street, NORTHWICH, CW8 1BN - **Certificate Issued:** 01/10/2023 - **Work Completed:** 08/09/2023 - **Items:** 2 window(s) ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 4 DAVID STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1HE | £200,000 | 18/12/2025 | Semi-detached | | 16 JOHN BRUNNER CRESCENT, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1DH | £191,000 | 31/10/2025 | Semi-detached | | 18 SPENCER STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1BP | £225,000 | 22/11/2024 | Semi-detached | | 10 CASTLE BANK, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1BL | £235,000 | 15/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 14 LOWER DARWIN STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1DL | £170,000 | 19/10/2023 | Semi-detached | | 67 DAVID STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1HE | £285,000 | 06/10/2023 | Semi-detached | | 15 LEE DRIVE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1BW | £150,000 | 06/09/2023 | Semi-detached | | 36 ALFRED STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1DQ | £185,000 | 24/03/2023 | Semi-detached | | 48 FLOWER STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1BZ | £215,000 | 19/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 15 ALFRED STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1DQ | £165,000 | 19/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 33 JOHN BRUNNER CRESCENT, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1DH | £180,000 | 09/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 43 SPENCER STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1BP | £186,000 | 25/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 21 DARWIN STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1BT | £278,000 | 04/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 106 CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1JH | £225,000 | 28/10/2022 | Semi-detached | | 14 GLADSTONE STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1HP | £142,000 | 20/10/2022 | Semi-detached | | 18 LEE DRIVE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1BW | £205,000 | 30/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 4 LOWER DARWIN STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1DG | £189,000 | 30/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 44 JOHN BRUNNER CRESCENT, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1DH | £182,500 | 19/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 11 ROBERT STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1DN | £137,000 | 29/07/2022 | Semi-detached | | 76 DAVID STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1HE | £240,000 | 18/07/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 68 DARWIN STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1BN | £217,500 | 05/01/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 50 DARWIN STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1BN | £163,000 | 09/09/2021 | Semi-detached | **Street average:** £190,250 (2 sales) **Area average:** £199,275 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £246,015 (71 Semi-detached, CW8, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -10.6% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire West and Chester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £883/mo - **Realistic:** £981/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,079/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.45% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £122,625 - **Target investor price (1%):** £98,100 *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:** £2,716/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 24.3% - **10y growth:** 46.7% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire West and Chester; Semi-detached series; as of May 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 6.7% - **5y growth (index):** 24.5% - **10y growth (index):** 53% ## 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)