78 BEECH LANE
MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST SK10 2DY
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
88 m²
Council tax band
B
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: before 1900
Last sold
£213,975 Jul 2022
Price per m²
£2,614/m²
Local average
£325,650 (-29.4%)
Deprivation
Decile 8 (24,975 of 33,755)
Street crime
224 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Beautifully extended three-bedroom end terrace
- A spacious dining room and a generous 15ft living room with dual-aspect windows
- Modern fitted kitchen and there is the added convenience of a ground floor WC
- Bright and airy landing leads to three good-sized bedrooms and a pristine family bathroom
- Fully enclosed side garden with large gates and fencing provide both security and a sense of seclusion.
Additional details
- Garden
- Yes
Description
The ground floor features two well-proportioned reception rooms: a spacious dining room with an attractive ornamental fireplace, and a generous 15ft living room with dual-aspect windows, filling the space with natural light. The modern fitted kitchen includes a built-in electric oven and hob, and there is the added convenience of a ground floor WC.
Upstairs, a bright and airy landing leads to three good-sized bedrooms and a pristine family bathroom. The property is accessed from the side, offering a more private entrance, sheltered from the road.
A standout feature of this home is the fully enclosed side garden—secure, private, and with no shared access or public rights of way, which is uncommon for properties of this type. Large gates and fencing provide both security and a sense of seclusion.
Ideally located close to the town centre and within easy reach of the train station, this property combines convenience with comfort and space, making it an excellent all-round choice for a wide range of buyers.
Dining Room - 3.84m x 4.52m (12'7 x 14'10) - Double glazed window to front and double glazed door to side. Wood effect flooring. Under stairs storage cupboard. Built-in under stairs storage unit (currently used as a bar). Vertical radiator. Decorative fire place with cast iron surround., stone hearth and wood mantle over. Radiator. Feature wrought iron spindles with wooden nule post and hand rail.
Living Room - 4.52m x 3.66m 3.05m (14'10 x 12' 10) - Wood effect flooring. Decorative brick fireplace with wood lintel over. Two double glazed windows to side and rear. Radiator. T.V point.
Kitchen - 3.66m 0.91m x 2.44m 1.83m (12' 3" x 8' 6" ) - Fitted kitchen units to base and eye level. One and a quarter stainless steel sink unit. Integrated 'Neff' hob with stainless steel extractor hood over. "Neff" electric oven. Plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher. Tiled splash backs. Tiled flooring. Radiator. Double glazed window and door to side.
Bedroom One - 3.73m x 2.54m (12'3 x 8'4) - Radiator. Double glazed window to side.
Bedroom Two - 3.71m x 2.24m (12'2 x 7'4) - Storage cupboard. Radiator. Double glazed window to front.
Bedroom Three - 2.46m x 1.93m (8'1 x 6'4 ) - Double glazed window to rear. Radiator.
Bathroom - 8'8 x 4'5 - White suite comprising; paneled bath with electric shower over, push button W.C and sink unit. Tiled walls and flooring. Double glazed window. Ladder radiator.
External - 23'3 x 28'6 - To the rear is an enclosed garden, which has gated access to the front, a lawn area and a patio area with borders with mature shrubs. Outside water tap.
Listed by
Macclesfield
Rostons
Reference: 166204823
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 20/08/2025
Expiry date: 19/08/2035
Current heating cost: £1,425/year
Potential heating cost: £901/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £25,750
Recommendations
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£7,500 - £11,000)
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Floorplans
Floor Plan
EPC Graphs
EE Rating
FENSA Certificates
This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #10751221
Property Details
Street: 78 Beech Lane
Town: MACCLESFIELD
Postcode: SK10 2DY
Installation Details
Items: 3 windows
Certificate Issued: 03/02/2015
Work Completed: 12/12/2014
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.
Price history
95% since 2013
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £230,000 | +7.5% |
| Sold | 15/07/2022 (3 years ago) | £213,975 | +56.5% |
| Sold | 26/06/2015 (10 years ago) | £136,750 | +24.3% |
| Sold | 21/06/2013 (12 years ago) | £110,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 STATION STREET, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 2AW | £245,000 | 12/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 83 POWNALL STREET, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 1DG | £188,500 | 05/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 7 SPRING GARDENS, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 2AP | £165,500 | 21/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 14 BEECHWOOD MEWS, TYTHERINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 2SL | £268,000 | 14/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 53 POWNALL STREET, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 1DF | £375,000 | 25/09/2025 | Terraced |
| 39 POWNALL STREET, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 1DF | £360,000 | 17/09/2025 | Terraced |
| 51 POWNALL STREET, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 1DF | £365,000 | 28/07/2025 | Terraced |
| 55 POWNALL STREET, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 1DF | £375,000 | 27/07/2025 | Terraced |
| 24 WIGHTMAN AVENUE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3GU | £314,995 | 29/09/2023 | Terraced |
| 7 BRYNTON ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3AF | £385,000 | 26/05/2023 | Terraced |
| 22 WIGHTMAN AVENUE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3GU | £299,995 | 30/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 26 WIGHTMAN AVENUE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 3GU | £304,995 | 24/02/2023 | Terraced |
| 2 BEECHWOOD MEWS, TYTHERINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 2SL | £250,000 | 21/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 37 BROCK STREET, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 1DL | £214,000 | 12/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 3 BEECHWOOD MEWS, TYTHERINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 2SL | £265,000 | 12/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 18 FOWLER STREET, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 2AN | £140,000 | 23/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 62 COARE STREET, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 1DW | £275,000 | 21/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 11 SPRING GARDENS, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 2AP | £150,000 | 18/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 51 BROCK STREET, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 1DH | £190,000 | 18/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 9 STATION STREET, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 2AQ | £200,000 | 11/11/2022 | Terraced |
Area average: £266,549 (20 sales)
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: Terraced. 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 East Cheshire: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Macclesfield, Beech Lane / Beechwood Mews | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | RRG Macclesfield | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | ALDI | 0.3 miles |
| Train station | Macclesfield | 0.5 miles |
| Hospital | Rosemount Resource Centre | 0.9 miles |
| Train station | Prestbury | 2.0 miles |
| Hospital | Corbar hall | 8.6 miles |
| University | University of Derby, Buxton | 8.7 miles |
| University | Tovell Building, Buxton & Leek College | 11.8 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 88 |
| Shoplifting | 39 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 23 |
| Public order | 18 |
| Drugs | 15 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 11 |
| Other theft | 9 |
| Other crime | 6 |
| Burglary | 5 |
| Vehicle crime | 5 |
| Possession of weapons | 2 |
| Robbery | 2 |
| Theft from the person | 1 |
| Total incidents | 224 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tytherington School | Secondary | 0.2 miles | Good — 1 Dec 2011 |
| Beech Hall School | Other | 0.3 miles | — (No rating) |
| Bollinbrook CofE (A) Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 16 Oct 2023 |
| Parkroyal Community School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 29 Mar 2017 |
| Marlborough Primary School | Primary | 0.7 miles | Good — 11 Oct 2012 |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).