Sold Semi-detached

87 PRIORY DRIVE

DARWEN, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BB3 3PT

2 beds Listed 14 Jul 2007 (-6946d)

£159,000

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# 2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale (BB3 3PT)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 87 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BB3 3PT |
| Price | £159,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Last sold | £155,000 Sep 2007 |

## Description

This spacious semi detached true bungalow is situated in this sought after location and occupies an enviable position with excellent views to the front of the property.  The property benefits from many desirable features including gas central heating and Upvc double glazed windows. The accommodation comprises of Upvc double glazed porch, entrance hallway, lounge, dining kitchen, two bedrooms and a three piece bathroom suite with hydro bath.  There are excellent gardens to the rear with a large patio area and a drive leading to an attached garage. The property is situated convenient for local amenities and access to Darwen and Blackburn town centres. Early viewing is recommended.  Directions  Leave Darwen town centre on Bolton Road turn left into Hardman Way and continue onto Sudell Road, turn right into Marsh House Lane, continue along and turn left into Priory Drive and the property is situated on the left hand side.  VIEWINGS:  Must be arranged through this office and are always by appointment only.  FREE MARKET APPRAISAL: We will be pleased to advise intending purchasers on a market appraisal and sale of their own property without obligation.  The above mention of any appliances / services within these details does not imply they are in full and efficient working order.

## Property Photos

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## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 87 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £155,000 | 26/09/2007 | Semi-detached |
| 87 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £106,000 | 28/01/2004 | Semi-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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| [Same street] 13 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £165,000 | 09/01/2026 | Detached |
| 168 MARSH HOUSE LANE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SD | £170,000 | 15/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 14 POLE LANE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3LD | £230,000 | 12/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 1 MAPLE MEWS, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SF | £211,000 | 21/11/2025 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 27 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £225,000 | 02/08/2024 | Detached |
| [Same street] 49 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £255,000 | 26/07/2024 | 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 |
| [Same street] 104 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £150,000 | 14/07/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 67 MARSH HOUSE LANE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SA | £176,500 | 28/04/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 25 ST AIDANS AVENUE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 2BS | £207,500 | 12/04/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 1 BOSLEY CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3LF | £207,000 | 24/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 43 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £250,000 | 27/01/2023 | Detached |
| 35 POLE LANE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3LD | £157,500 | 11/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 69 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £195,000 | 05/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 8 CHAPTER ROAD, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PU | £215,000 | 28/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 22 ABBEY CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PX | £151,000 | 25/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 13 ST PETERS CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 2EA | £220,000 | 23/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 20 MINSTER CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PY | £233,000 | 23/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 27 CHAPTER ROAD, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PU | £160,000 | 21/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 27 CHAPTER ROAD, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PU | £160,000 | 21/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 25 ST AIDANS AVENUE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 2BS | £146,000 | 08/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 36 MINSTER CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PY | £196,000 | 06/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 47 CLOISTER DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3JX | £140,000 | 22/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 38 POLE LANE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3LD | £262,500 | 08/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 30 MINSTER CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PY | £135,000 | 06/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 6 ST JOHNS AVENUE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 2BR | £195,000 | 24/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 3 DERWENT COURT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SJ | £170,000 | 07/01/2022 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £209,500 (8 sales)
**Area average:** £187,150 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £223,128 (30 Semi-detached, BB3, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -28.7%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £640/mo
- **Realistic:** £711/mo
- **Optimistic:** £782/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £474/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.45% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £88,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £71,100

*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.*

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 9.3%
- **10y growth:** 54.7%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Blackburn with Darwen; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 4.9%
- **5y growth (index):** 36.2%
- **10y growth (index):** 73.6%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

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Property details

Last sold

£155,000 Sep 2007

Local average

£223,128 (-28.7%)

Deprivation

Decile 2 (5,745 of 33,755)

Street crime

187 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

Attractive True Bungalow
Spacious Lounge
Dining Kitchen
Two Bedrooms
Three Piece Bathroom
Part Upvc Dg & Ch
Garage
Excellent Gardens

Description

This spacious semi detached true bungalow is situated in this sought after location and occupies an enviable position with excellent views to the front of the property. The property benefits from many desirable features including gas central heating and Upvc double glazed windows. The accommodation comprises of Upvc double glazed porch, entrance hallway, lounge, dining kitchen, two bedrooms and a three piece bathroom suite with hydro bath. There are excellent gardens to the rear with a large patio area and a drive leading to an attached garage. The property is situated convenient for local amenities and access to Darwen and Blackburn town centres. Early viewing is recommended. Directions Leave Darwen town centre on Bolton Road turn left into Hardman Way and continue onto Sudell Road, turn right into Marsh House Lane, continue along and turn left into Priory Drive and the property is situated on the left hand side. VIEWINGS: Must be arranged through this office and are always by appointment only. FREE MARKET APPRAISAL: We will be pleased to advise intending purchasers on a market appraisal and sale of their own property without obligation. The above mention of any appliances / services within these details does not imply they are in full and efficient working order.

Listed by

Darwen

Hunters Property Group Ltd

Reference: 16210955

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Price history

46% since 2004

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	26/09/2007 (18 years ago)	£155,000	+46.2%
Sold	28/01/2004 (22 years ago)	£106,000	—

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
Same street 13 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT	£165,000	09/01/2026	Detached
168 MARSH HOUSE LANE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SD	£170,000	15/12/2025	Semi-detached
14 POLE LANE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3LD	£230,000	12/12/2025	Semi-detached
1 MAPLE MEWS, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SF	£211,000	21/11/2025	Semi-detached
Same street 27 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT	£225,000	02/08/2024	Detached
Same street 49 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT	£255,000	26/07/2024	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
Same street 104 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT	£150,000	14/07/2023	Semi-detached
67 MARSH HOUSE LANE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SA	£176,500	28/04/2023	Semi-detached
25 ST AIDANS AVENUE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 2BS	£207,500	12/04/2023	Semi-detached
1 BOSLEY CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3LF	£207,000	24/03/2023	Semi-detached
Same street 43 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT	£250,000	27/01/2023	Detached
35 POLE LANE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3LD	£157,500	11/11/2022	Semi-detached
Same street 69 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT	£195,000	05/08/2022	Semi-detached
8 CHAPTER ROAD, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PU	£215,000	28/07/2022	Semi-detached
22 ABBEY CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PX	£151,000	25/07/2022	Semi-detached
13 ST PETERS CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 2EA	£220,000	23/06/2022	Semi-detached
20 MINSTER CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PY	£233,000	23/06/2022	Semi-detached
27 CHAPTER ROAD, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PU	£160,000	21/06/2022	Semi-detached
27 CHAPTER ROAD, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PU	£160,000	21/06/2022	Semi-detached
25 ST AIDANS AVENUE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 2BS	£146,000	08/06/2022	Semi-detached
36 MINSTER CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PY	£196,000	06/05/2022	Semi-detached
47 CLOISTER DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3JX	£140,000	22/04/2022	Semi-detached
38 POLE LANE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3LD	£262,500	08/04/2022	Semi-detached
30 MINSTER CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PY	£135,000	06/04/2022	Semi-detached
6 ST JOHNS AVENUE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 2BR	£195,000	24/03/2022	Semi-detached
3 DERWENT COURT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SJ	£170,000	07/01/2022	Semi-detached

Street average: £209,500 (8 sales)

Area average: £187,150 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 9.3%

10y growth 54.7%

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

1y (index) 4.9%

5y (index) 36.2%

10y (index) 73.6%

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

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 2-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.45%

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).