# 5 bedroom detached house for sale (WA14 3HG) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | WOODRUSH, 8, THEOBALD ROAD, ALTRINCHAM, BOWDON, GREATER MANCHESTER WA14 3HG | | Price | £2,000,000 | | Bedrooms | 5 | | Bathrooms | 5 | | Council tax | H | | Last sold | £1,990,000 Sep 2021 | ## Description AN EXCEPTIONAL DETACHED FAMILY HOME ON ONE OF BOWDON’S MOST SOUGHT AFTER PRIVATE ROADS, STANDING ON A 0.30 ACRE SOUTH-WESTERLY GARDEN AND OFFERING BEAUTIFULLY APPOINTED ACCOMMODATION THROUGHOUT. Hall. 500sqft Lounge. Study. 800sqft Open Plan Live in Dining Kitchen. Utility. WC. Fi Five Double Bedrooms. Four Bath/Shower Rooms. Driveway. Double Garage. Stunning Gardens. An exceptional Detached property occupying a prime position on a 0.30 acre Garden plot on one of Bowdon's most prestigious private roads. Well appointed throughout, the property offers elegantly proportioned accommodation extending to approximately 5000 square feet. The property is ideally located within easy reach of Hale Village with its range of fashionable shops, restaurants and bars and Altrincham Town Centre, its facilities, the popular Market Quarter and the Metrolink. In addition to excellent local schools including Altrincham Boys’ and Girls’ Grammar Schools, Bowdon Church and The Bollin Primary School. A naturally light and bright house with a desirable South Westerly aspect to the rear across playing fields, the accommodation is arranged around a magnificent Reception Hall which creates an impressive first impression upon arrival. The Ground Floor provides a superb balance of formal and informal living space. A stunning 500 square foot Lounge with two sets of French doors to the gardens and centred around a contemporary Evonic feature fireplace, offers an elegant setting for entertaining and relaxation. The heart of the home is undoubtedly the 800 square foot Open Plan Live In Dining Kitchen, complete with a further Evonic fireplace, also with garden aspect and access. A separate Study provides an ideal home working environment, whilst a Guest WC, Cloakroom and Utility Room complete the Ground Floor Accommodation. To the First Floor, a spacious Galleried Landing serves Five generously sized Double Bedrooms and Four Bath/Shower Rooms. The magnificent 650 square foot Principal Suite benefits from a Dressing Room with extensive fitting furniture and an En Suite Bathroom. Three further Bedrooms enjoy their own En Suite facilities. Bedroom Two features sliding doors opening onto a balcony with delightful views across the rear gardens. A well appointed Family Bathroom and substantial linen storage cupboard complete the first-floor accommodation. Externally, the property enjoys a discreet and private position behind secure electric gates. A generous Driveway provides extensive off road Parking and leads to the Integral Double Garage. The superb South West facing gardens are a particular feature of the property, offering an exceptional degree of privacy and seclusion. Predominantly laid to lawn and complemented by mature planting, established borders screening, the gardens provide a wonderful backdrop to the house. A raised decked terrace immediately to the rear creates the perfect space for al fresco dining, entertaining and enjoying the afternoon and evening sun. A fabulous family sized home in a desirable location. - Freehold - Council Tax Band ## Property Photos - ![Main](/listings/photos/90856998/1245926) - Main - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/90856998/1245929) - Lounge - ![Live In Dining Kitchen](/listings/photos/90856998/1245931) - Live In Dining Kitchen - ![Rear Elevation](/listings/photos/90856998/1245934) - Rear Elevation - ![Porch](/listings/photos/90856998/1245935) - Porch - ![Entrance Hall](/listings/photos/90856998/1245937) - Entrance Hall - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/90856998/1245939) - Lounge - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/90856998/1245941) - Lounge - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/90856998/1245943) - Lounge - ![Home Office](/listings/photos/90856998/1245946) - Home Office - ![Home Office](/listings/photos/90856998/1245948) - Home Office - ![Live In Dining Kitchen](/listings/photos/90856998/1245950) - Live In Dining Kitchen - ![Kitchen Area](/listings/photos/90856998/1245952) - Kitchen Area - ![Kitchen Area](/listings/photos/90856998/1245954) - Kitchen Area - ![Dining Area](/listings/photos/90856998/1245955) - Dining Area - ![Living Area](/listings/photos/90856998/1245957) - Living Area - ![Utility](/listings/photos/90856998/1245959) - Utility - ![Ground Floor WC](/listings/photos/90856998/1245962) - Ground Floor WC - ![Landing](/listings/photos/90856998/1245964) - Landing - ![Bedroom 1](/listings/photos/90856998/1245966) - Bedroom 1 - ![Bedroom 1](/listings/photos/90856998/1245968) - Bedroom 1 - ![Bedroom 1 En-Suite](/listings/photos/90856998/1245970) - Bedroom 1 En-Suite - ![Bedroom 1 En-Suite](/listings/photos/90856998/1245972) - Bedroom 1 En-Suite - ![Bedroom 1 En-Suite](/listings/photos/90856998/1245974) - Bedroom 1 En-Suite - ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/90856998/1245976) - Bedroom 2 - ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/90856998/1245978) - Bedroom 2 - ![Bedroom 2 En-Suite](/listings/photos/90856998/1245980) - Bedroom 2 En-Suite - ![Bedroom 2 En-Suite](/listings/photos/90856998/1245982) - Bedroom 2 En-Suite - ![Bedroom 3](/listings/photos/90856998/1245984) - Bedroom 3 - ![Bedroom 3](/listings/photos/90856998/1245986) - Bedroom 3 - ![Bedroom 3 En-Suite](/listings/photos/90856998/1245988) - Bedroom 3 En-Suite - ![Bedroom 3 En-Suite](/listings/photos/90856998/1245990) - Bedroom 3 En-Suite - ![Bedroom 4](/listings/photos/90856998/1245992) - Bedroom 4 - ![Bedroom 4](/listings/photos/90856998/1245994) - Bedroom 4 - ![Bedroom 4 En-Suite](/listings/photos/90856998/1245995) - Bedroom 4 En-Suite - ![Bedroom 5](/listings/photos/90856998/1245997) - Bedroom 5 - ![Bedroom 5](/listings/photos/90856998/1245998) - Bedroom 5 - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/90856998/1246000) - Bathroom - ![Elevation 2](/listings/photos/90856998/1246001) - Elevation 2 - ![Elevation 3](/listings/photos/90856998/1246003) - Elevation 3 - ![Garden](/listings/photos/90856998/1246004) - Garden - ![Garden](/listings/photos/90856998/1246005) - Garden - ![Garden](/listings/photos/90856998/1246006) - Garden - ![Rear Elevation](/listings/photos/90856998/1246007) - Rear Elevation - ![Rear Elevation](/listings/photos/90856998/1246008) - Rear Elevation - ![Rear Elevation](/listings/photos/90856998/1246009) - Rear Elevation - ![Site View](/listings/photos/90856998/1246010) - Site View - ![Site Planq](/listings/photos/90856998/1246011) - Site Planq - ![Street Plan](/listings/photos/90856998/1246012) - Street Plan - ![Town Plan](/listings/photos/90856998/1246013) - Town Plan ## Floorplans - ![floor plan.jpg](/listings/photos/90856998/1246014) - floor plan.jpg ## EPC Graphs - ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/90856998/1246015) - EE Rating ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | WOODRUSH, 8 THEOBALD ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 3HG | £1,990,000 | 17/09/2021 | Detached | | WOODRUSH, 8 THEOBALD ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 3HG | £1,940,000 | 09/10/2019 | Detached | | WOODRUSH, 8 THEOBALD ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 3HG | £950,000 | 01/06/2006 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 14 FLETCHER DRIVE, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 3FZ | £1,140,000 | 29/01/2026 | Detached | | 3 BLENHEIM CLOSE, HALE, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2RU | £1,500,000 | 03/09/2025 | Detached | | THE MEADOW SOUTH DOWNS ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 3DS | £2,600,000 | 30/11/2023 | Detached | | 66A SOUTH DOWNS ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 3DS | £2,600,000 | 09/12/2022 | Detached | | 41 SOUTH DOWNS ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 3HD | £2,560,000 | 27/05/2022 | Detached | | 4 BIRCHTREE CLOSE, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 3PP | £700,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached | | 2 YORK DRIVE, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 3HF | £2,150,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached | | SOUTH DOWNS COTTAGE SOUTH DOWNS ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 3DS | £1,925,000 | 25/01/2022 | Detached | | 44 GRANGE ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 3EY | £915,000 | 28/09/2021 | Detached | | 7A YORK DRIVE, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 3HF | £1,800,000 | 30/07/2021 | Detached | **Area average:** £1,789,000 (10 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £1,129,340 (25 Detached, WA14, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +77.1% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Trafford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,226/mo - **Realistic:** £1,362/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,498/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Southern Greater Manchester (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,396/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.07% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £170,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £136,200 *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:** -12.2% - **10y growth:** 12.6% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Trafford; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.6% - **5y growth (index):** 21.2% - **10y growth (index):** 63.8% ## 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)