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53 SWANSEY LANE

CHORLEY, WHITTLE LE WOODS, LANCASHIRE PR6 7NR

2 beds 1 baths Listed 31 Jul 2017 (-3220d)

£125,000

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## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 53 SWANSEY LANE, CHORLEY, WHITTLE LE WOODS, LANCASHIRE PR6 7NR |
| Price | £125,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Last sold | £90,000 Apr 2005 |

## Description

**GROUND FLOOR**

**VESTIBULE**

Composite entrance door with double glazed unit. Ornate cornice coving and access to .....

**LOUNGE** 4.26m (14' 0") x 4.00m (13' 1")

A feature brick fireplace with wood mantel and electric stove style fire which provides a lovely focal point. Single radiator. Spot lighting and uPVC double glazed oriel bay window to the front elevation.

**DINING ROOM** 4.00m (13' 1") x 3.33m (10' 11")

A gas fire in a feature fireplace with marble surround and hearth. Single radiator. Understairs storage cupboard and door leading to the stairway. uPVC double glazed rear facing window.

**KITCHEN** 3.78m (12' 5") x 1.76m (5' 9")

Fitted with a modern range of shaker style units with contrasting work surfaces, tiled splash backs, under unit lighting and inset single drainer sink.

Built in oven and electric hob.  Plumbing for automatic washing machine. Single radiator and extractor. Two uPVC double glazed rear facing windows.

**FIRST FLOOR LANDING**

Single radiator and access to the loft via a pull down ladder.

**BEDROOM ONE** 4.23m (13' 11") x 4.02m (13' 2")

Fitted wardrobes. Radiator and uPVC double glazed front facing window.

**BEDROOM TWO** 4.00m (13' 1") x 2.47m (8' 1")

uPVC double glazed rear facing window.

**BATHROOM**

A spacious family bathroom fitted with a three piece suite in white comprising of a panelled bath with mixer tap shower, pedestal wash hand basin and low level w.c.  Tiled splashbacks. Single radiator. Cupboard housing the combination gas central heating unit.  Two uPVC double glazed rear facing windows.

**OUTSIDE - FRONT**

To the front of the property is a low maintenance garden with boundary fencing and gated access.

**REAR**

To the rear is an enclosed yard with gated access leading to the double width garden beyond which is mainly lawned and offers an excellent space for outdoor entertaining etc.  The garden is fully enclosed.

## Property Photos

- ![Main Picture](/listings/photos/61129531/513245) - Main Picture
- ![LOUNGE](/listings/photos/61129531/513246) - LOUNGE
- ![LOUNGE](/listings/photos/61129531/513247) - LOUNGE
- ![DINING ROOM](/listings/photos/61129531/513248) - DINING ROOM
- ![DINING ROOM](/listings/photos/61129531/513249) - DINING ROOM
- ![KITCHEN](/listings/photos/61129531/513250) - KITCHEN
- ![BEDROOM ONE](/listings/photos/61129531/513251) - BEDROOM ONE
- ![BEDROOM TWO](/listings/photos/61129531/513252) - BEDROOM TWO
- ![BATHROOM](/listings/photos/61129531/513253) - BATHROOM
- ![REAR](/listings/photos/61129531/513254) - REAR
- ![REAR](/listings/photos/61129531/513255) - REAR
- ![REAR](/listings/photos/61129531/513256) - REAR

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC](/listings/photos/61129531/513257) - EPC

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #10853199
- **Address:** 53 Swansey Lane, Whittle-le-Woods, PR6 7NR
- **Certificate Issued:** 09/03/2015
- **Work Completed:** 02/02/2015
- **Items:** 2 window(s), 1 door(s)

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 53 SWANSEY LANE, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NR | £90,000 | 08/04/2005 | Detached |
| 53 SWANSEY LANE, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NR | £47,500 | 28/02/2003 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 337 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY | £84,000 | 23/01/2026 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 47 SWANSEY LANE, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NR | £172,500 | 10/09/2024 | Terraced |
| 160 CHORLEY OLD ROAD, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NA | £166,000 | 27/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 299 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY | £146,000 | 05/05/2023 | Terraced |
| 347 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY | £131,000 | 21/04/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 43 SWANSEY LANE, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NR | £170,000 | 25/11/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 19 SWANSEY LANE, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NR | £178,000 | 23/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 245 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY | £173,000 | 02/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 1 LORD STREET, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NF | £205,000 | 24/08/2022 | Terraced |
| 1 BROWNLEY STREET, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7JF | £162,500 | 22/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 376 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7JE | £142,000 | 06/06/2022 | Terraced |
| 307 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY | £142,500 | 11/03/2022 | Terraced |
| 301 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY | £129,950 | 23/02/2022 | Terraced |
| 293 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY | £100,250 | 19/01/2022 | Terraced |
| 297 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY | £135,000 | 14/01/2022 | Terraced |
| 255 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY | £165,000 | 10/12/2021 | Terraced |
| 380 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7JE | £100,000 | 01/12/2021 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 29 SWANSEY LANE, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NR | £149,995 | 06/10/2021 | Terraced |
| 21 BANKSIDE, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PZ | £162,000 | 24/09/2021 | Terraced |
| 141 CHORLEY OLD ROAD, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NB | £182,500 | 24/08/2021 | Terraced |
| 312 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7HZ | £171,500 | 18/08/2021 | Terraced |
| 167 CHORLEY OLD ROAD, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NB | £140,160 | 12/08/2021 | Terraced |
| 308 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7HZ | £124,000 | 02/08/2021 | Terraced |
| 1 OAK VALE DRIVE, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7YF | £225,000 | 10/06/2021 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 51 SWANSEY LANE, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NR | £142,000 | 01/06/2021 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £162,499 (5 sales)
**Area average:** £149,368 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £159,844 (45 Terraced, PR6, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -21.8%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Chorley). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £698/mo
- **Realistic:** £775/mo
- **Optimistic:** £853/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Central Lancs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £573/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 2 Bed Maisonette, The Elms, PR6 | £650/mo | 2 | 0.12 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, Preston Road, PR6 | £825/mo | 2 | 0.14 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Preston Road, PR6 | £895/mo | 2 | 0.15 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, Acrefield, PR5 | £750/mo | 2 | 1.06 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £780/mo (4 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.63% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £98,500
- **Target investor price (1%):** £78,800

*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 £788/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 7.6%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 13.2×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £192/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 6.4%

*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).*

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 6.2%
- **10y growth:** 22%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Chorley; Terraced series; as of February 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 5.4%
- **5y growth (index):** 27%
- **10y growth (index):** 53.2%

## 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)

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Property details

Last sold

£90,000 Apr 2005

Local average

£159,844 (-21.8%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (27,944 of 33,755)

Street crime

52 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

Garden fronted terraced house
Two double bedrooms
Two reception rooms
Gas central heating system and uPVC double glazing
Generous lawned garden to rear
Popular village location
Viewing is highly recommended
Energy Efficiency Rating - D/66

Additional details

Garden: Yes

Description

A well presented and extended two bedroom garden fronted mid terrace house which is situated in a cul-de-sac position off Preston Road. Conveniently situated for a wide range of both local amenities and for the commuter there is ease of access to the M61, M6 and M65 motorway links. Internally the home benefits from a gas central heating system, uPVC double glazing and briefly comprises of a vestibule, lounge, dining room and fitted kitchen to the ground floor. To the first floor there are two good sized bedrooms and bathroom/w.c. There is a garden to the front of the property, yard to the rear and double width lawned garden beyond. An excellent home which must be viewed to fully appreciate.

GROUND FLOOR
VESTIBULE
Composite entrance door with double glazed unit. Ornate cornice coving and access to .....

LOUNGE 4.26m (14' 0") x 4.00m (13' 1")
A feature brick fireplace with wood mantel and electric stove style fire which provides a lovely focal point. Single radiator. Spot lighting and uPVC double glazed oriel bay window to the front elevation.

DINING ROOM 4.00m (13' 1") x 3.33m (10' 11")
A gas fire in a feature fireplace with marble surround and hearth. Single radiator. Understairs storage cupboard and door leading to the stairway. uPVC double glazed rear facing window.

KITCHEN 3.78m (12' 5") x 1.76m (5' 9")
Fitted with a modern range of shaker style units with contrasting work surfaces, tiled splash backs, under unit lighting and inset single drainer sink.
Built in oven and electric hob. Plumbing for automatic washing machine. Single radiator and extractor. Two uPVC double glazed rear facing windows.

FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Single radiator and access to the loft via a pull down ladder.

BEDROOM ONE 4.23m (13' 11") x 4.02m (13' 2")
Fitted wardrobes. Radiator and uPVC double glazed front facing window.

BEDROOM TWO 4.00m (13' 1") x 2.47m (8' 1")
uPVC double glazed rear facing window.

BATHROOM
A spacious family bathroom fitted with a three piece suite in white comprising of a panelled bath with mixer tap shower, pedestal wash hand basin and low level w.c. Tiled splashbacks. Single radiator. Cupboard housing the combination gas central heating unit. Two uPVC double glazed rear facing windows.

OUTSIDE - FRONT
To the front of the property is a low maintenance garden with boundary fencing and gated access.

REAR
To the rear is an enclosed yard with gated access leading to the double width garden beyond which is mainly lawned and offers an excellent space for outdoor entertaining etc. The garden is fully enclosed.

Listed by

Chorley

Ince Williamson

Reference: 61129531

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

EPC Graphs

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FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #10853199

Property Details

Street: 53 Swansey Lane

Town: Whittle-le-Woods

Postcode: PR6 7NR

Installation Details

Items: 2 windows and 1 door

Certificate Issued: 09/03/2015

Work Completed: 02/02/2015

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

89% since 2003

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	08/04/2005 (21 years ago)	£90,000	+89.5%
Sold	28/02/2003 (23 years ago)	£47,500	—

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
337 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY	£84,000	23/01/2026	Terraced
Same street 47 SWANSEY LANE, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NR	£172,500	10/09/2024	Terraced
160 CHORLEY OLD ROAD, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NA	£166,000	27/10/2023	Terraced
299 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY	£146,000	05/05/2023	Terraced
347 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY	£131,000	21/04/2023	Terraced
Same street 43 SWANSEY LANE, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NR	£170,000	25/11/2022	Terraced
Same street 19 SWANSEY LANE, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NR	£178,000	23/09/2022	Terraced
245 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY	£173,000	02/09/2022	Terraced
1 LORD STREET, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NF	£205,000	24/08/2022	Terraced
1 BROWNLEY STREET, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7JF	£162,500	22/07/2022	Terraced
376 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7JE	£142,000	06/06/2022	Terraced
307 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY	£142,500	11/03/2022	Terraced
301 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY	£129,950	23/02/2022	Terraced
293 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY	£100,250	19/01/2022	Terraced
297 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY	£135,000	14/01/2022	Terraced
255 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PY	£165,000	10/12/2021	Terraced
380 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7JE	£100,000	01/12/2021	Terraced
Same street 29 SWANSEY LANE, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NR	£149,995	06/10/2021	Terraced
21 BANKSIDE, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7PZ	£162,000	24/09/2021	Terraced
141 CHORLEY OLD ROAD, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NB	£182,500	24/08/2021	Terraced
312 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7HZ	£171,500	18/08/2021	Terraced
167 CHORLEY OLD ROAD, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NB	£140,160	12/08/2021	Terraced
308 PRESTON ROAD, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7HZ	£124,000	02/08/2021	Terraced
1 OAK VALE DRIVE, CLAYTON LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7YF	£225,000	10/06/2021	Terraced
Same street 51 SWANSEY LANE, WHITTLE LE WOODS, CHORLEY, LANCASHIRE, PR6 7NR	£142,000	01/06/2021	Terraced

Street average: £162,499 (5 sales)

Area average: £149,368 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 6.2%

10y growth 22%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Chorley. Series: Terraced. As of February 2026.

1y (index) 5.4%

5y (index) 27%

10y (index) 53.2%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Chorley. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £698/mo

Realistic £775/mo

Optimistic £853/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Chorley.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Central Lancs: £573/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View PR6 7NR

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Dog Inn	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Swansey Garage	0.1 miles
Shop	Chorley EyeCare Opticians	0.2 miles
Shop	Phoenix Electrics	0.2 miles
Train station	Buckshaw Parkway	1.9 miles
Train station	Leyland	2.1 miles
Hospital	Greater Lancashire Hospital	6.3 miles
Hospital	The Beardwood Hospital	6.5 miles
University	Westleigh Conference Centre	7.8 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	18
Anti-social behaviour	10
Shoplifting	9
Public order	5
Criminal damage and arson	3
Other theft	2
Burglary	1
Drugs	1
Other crime	1
Robbery	1
Vehicle crime	1
Total incidents	52

Within 1 mile during Mar 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
Clayton-le-Woods Manor Road Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 1 Jul 2014
Whittle-le-Woods Church of England Primary School	Primary	0.5 miles	— (Inspected (no overall grade))
Clayton-le-Woods Church of England Primary School	Primary	0.7 miles	Good — 22 Jan 2020
St Bede's Catholic Primary School	Primary	0.7 miles	Good — 13 Dec 2012
Westwood Primary School	Primary	0.8 miles	Good — 1 May 2019

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
2 Bed Maisonette, The Elms, PR6	£650/mo	2	0.12 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, Preston Road, PR6	£825/mo	2	0.14 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Preston Road, PR6	£895/mo	2	0.15 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, Acrefield, PR5	£750/mo	2	1.06 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £780/mo (4 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.63%

Max investor price (0.8%) £98,500

Target investor price (1%) £78,800

Gross yield 7.6%

Cost-to-rent ratio 13.2×

Monthly cashflow £192/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 6.4%

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).
Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
Cashflow — Rent minus 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).