# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (CW11 3SR) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 3 MEAD CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST CW11 3SR | | Price | £475,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Last sold | £362,950 Oct 2018 | ## Description Situated within a peaceful cul-de-sac on the highly regarded **Abbeyfields development in Sandbach**, this immaculately presented four-bedroom detached home offers a superb balance of space, style and practicality. Constructed in 2018 by reputable builders **Anwyl Homes**, the property combines contemporary design with well-planned family accommodation. The ground floor begins with a welcoming entrance hallway, setting the tone for the rest of the home. To one side is a **bright and comfortable lounge**, enhanced by a feature wall, creating the perfect space to relax. To the opposite side, a **versatile reception room** offers flexibility as a formal dining room, home office or playroom, ideal for modern family lifestyles. To the rear of the property is the true heart of the home — an **impressive open-plan kitchen, dining and family area**, designed with both everyday living and entertaining in mind. The kitchen is fitted with a range of contemporary high-gloss units, quality work surfaces and integrated appliances, while French doors and feature glazing provide plenty of natural light and direct access to the rear garden. A **separate utility room and downstairs W.C.** add further practicality, with stylish LVT flooring running throughout much of the ground floor. To the first floor, the property offers **four well-proportioned bedrooms**, three of which are comfortable doubles along with a generous single. The **principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and its own en-suite shower room**, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a modern family bathroom finished to a high standard. Externally, the property continues to impress. To the front there is a **driveway providing off-road parking for multiple vehicles**, complete with an **EV charging point**, along with access to the **detached garage**. To the rear is a **beautifully landscaped garden**, thoughtfully designed with a combination of lawn and patio seating areas, ideal for outdoor entertaining and family use. A **summer house** provides additional versatile space, perfect for use as a home office, gym or garden retreat. **Abbeyfields** is a highly desirable development set within a pleasant parkland setting, conveniently located close to **Sandbach town centre**, excellent schools, local amenities and transport links including the **M6 motorway** and **Sandbach railway station**. This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a **modern, move-in ready family home** in one of Sandbach’s most sought-after locations. Key FeaturesFOUR-BEDROOM DETACHED FAMILY HOME – Spacious and well-planned accommodation throughoutQUIET CUL-DE-SAC POSITION – Located within the sought-after Abbeyfields developmentOPEN-PLAN KITCHEN / DINING / FAMILY AREA – Ideal for modern living and entertainingVERSATILE SECOND RECEPTION ROOM – Perfect as a study, playroom or formal dining spaceSEPARATE UTILITY ROOM & DOWNSTAIRS W.C. – Added practicality for everyday lifePRINCIPAL BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE & FITTED WARDROBES – A comfortable and private retreatCONTEMPORARY FAMILY BATHROOM – Finished to a high standardLANDSCAPED REAR GARDEN WITH SUMMER HOUSE – Ideal for relaxing or entertainingDRIVEWAY & DETACHED GARAGE WITH EV CHARGER – Ample off-road parking and storagePOPULAR SANDHACH LOCATION WITH EXCELLENT LINKS – Close to schools, amenities and commuter routes Disclaimer Statement: These property particulars are issued in good faith but do not form part of any offer or contract. 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Please contact us if you require further clarification on any point before making a transactional decision. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149285) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149299) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149312) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149327) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149340) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149356) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149365) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149394) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149396) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149398) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149399) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149400) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149401) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149402) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149403) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149405) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149407) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149411) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149414) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149419) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149424) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149427) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149432) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149439) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149446) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149451) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149456) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149460) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174452540/149465) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/174452540/149469) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/174452540/149471) - EPC 1 ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 3 MEAD CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3SR | £362,950 | 26/10/2018 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 9 MOORLAND ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3SG | £365,000 | 28/11/2025 | Detached | | 6 DEANS LANE, ELWORTH, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3HE | £295,000 | 31/10/2025 | Detached | | 6 PADDOCK ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3SN | £548,000 | 18/12/2023 | Detached | | 82 REDWING ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3TS | £248,500 | 30/03/2023 | Detached | | 20 FIELDFARE WAY, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3TR | £248,500 | 19/12/2022 | Detached | | 35 FIELDFARE WAY, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3TR | £409,000 | 16/12/2022 | Detached | | 17 PADDOCK ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3SN | £393,750 | 18/11/2022 | Detached | | 1 FOXGLOVE AVENUE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3TJ | £415,000 | 28/10/2022 | Detached | | 15 POPPY WAY, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3TH | £485,000 | 28/10/2022 | Detached | | 10 POPPY WAY, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3TH | £470,000 | 20/10/2022 | Detached | | 10 FIELDFARE WAY, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3TR | £365,000 | 03/10/2022 | Detached | | 12 RED CLOVER DRIVE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3TP | £535,000 | 30/09/2022 | Detached | | 23 FIELDFARE WAY, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3TR | £416,250 | 16/09/2022 | Detached | | 21 FIELDFARE WAY, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3TR | £416,250 | 08/09/2022 | Detached | | 19 FIELDFARE WAY, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3TR | £425,000 | 31/08/2022 | Detached | | 6 FOXGLOVE AVENUE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3TJ | £395,000 | 26/08/2022 | Detached | | 29 FIELDFARE WAY, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3TR | £417,250 | 26/08/2022 | Detached | | 11 ABBEY ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3HA | £295,000 | 05/08/2022 | Detached | | 2 CELANDINE CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3TW | £435,000 | 26/07/2022 | Detached | | 9 GRASSLAND PLACE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3SJ | £495,000 | 20/07/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 12 MEAD CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 3SR | £555,000 | 10/12/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £555,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £403,625 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £413,691 (39 Detached, CW11, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +14.8% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £878/mo - **Realistic:** £975/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,073/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for South Cheshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £992/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | [Pulford Road, Arclid, Sandbach](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/03fc6cb) | £1,600/mo | 4 | 2.8 miles | Rightmove | **Average rent: £1,600/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.34% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £200,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £160,000 *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 £1,600/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 4% - **Cost-to-rent:** 24.7× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-456/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -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:** 20.1% - **10y growth:** 48.3% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 1.6% - **5y growth (index):** 23.6% - **10y growth (index):** 51.5% ## 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)