74 GROVE PARK
KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST WA16 8QB
Property details
Tenure
LEASEHOLD
Floor area
116 m²
Council tax band
E
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Last sold
£480,000 Nov 2018
Price per m²
£5,603/m²
Local average
£865,297 (-24.9%)
Deprivation
Decile 10 (33,693 of 33,755)
Street crime
47 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Sought-after Grove Park development in the heart of Knutsford
- Positioned at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, with a driveway for 2 cars
- Wrap-around garden with a lovely open feel and good privacy
- Extended and well-presented throughout, ideal for a growing family
- Four well-balanced bedrooms and three reception areas
- Breakfast kitchen and separate utility room & Integral garage with potential for conversion (STPP)
Additional details
- Parking
- Garage, Driveway
- Garden
- Rear garden
- Restrictions
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
Perfectly positioned, the property is just a short walk from Knutsford’s vibrant town centre, with its excellent range of shops, restaurants, and amenities, as well as being within easy reach of highly regarded local schools—making it an ideal choice for families.
This well-presented home has been designed with modern family living in mind, offering a versatile and well-balanced layout throughout. The ground floor features three generous reception areas, providing excellent flexibility for both everyday living and entertaining. A bright and airy lounge sits at the rear of the home, enjoying views over the garden, while a separate dining room and an additional reception space create ideal zones for family gatherings, work, or relaxation.
At the heart of the home is a well-appointed breakfast kitchen, complemented by a separate utility room for added convenience. The integral garage offers further practicality and presents exciting potential for conversion, subject to the necessary planning permissions.
Upstairs, the property continues to impress with four well-proportioned bedrooms, ideal for a growing family. The accommodation is served by a recently upgraded family bathroom, finished to a modern standard, enhancing both comfort and style.
Externally, the home benefits from a driveway providing off-road parking for two vehicles. The wrap-around garden is a standout feature, offering a wonderful sense of openness while maintaining a good degree of privacy—perfect for outdoor dining, children’s play, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
Combining a prime location, generous living space, and future potential, this is a fantastic family home in one of Knutsford’s most sought-after residential developments.
EPC Rating: D
Listed by
Knutsford
Stuart Rushton & Co
Reference: 87788520
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 20/04/2026
Expiry date: 19/04/2036
Current heating cost: £1,490/year
Potential heating cost: £1,294/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £17,580
Recommendations
- Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£900 - £1,200)
- Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
- Add additional 80 mm jacket to hot water cylinder (£20 - £40)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £650,000 | +35.4% |
| Sold | 29/11/2018 (7 years ago) | £480,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 140 GROVE PARK, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8QD | £650,000 | 15/12/2025 | Detached |
| WEST COTTAGE, 57 MOBBERLEY ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8EQ | £1,085,000 | 22/11/2024 | Detached |
| 6 HOLT ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8BP | £539,995 | 21/04/2023 | Detached |
| 2 HOLT ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8BP | £454,995 | 31/01/2023 | Detached |
| 12 BRANDEN DRIVE, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8EJ | £605,000 | 11/11/2022 | Detached |
| 51 GROVE PARK, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8QD | £700,000 | 11/11/2022 | Detached |
| 18 GROVE PARK, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8QA | £630,000 | 13/06/2022 | Detached |
| WEST COTTAGE, 57 MOBBERLEY ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8EQ | £998,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached |
| 150 GROVE PARK, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8QD | £625,000 | 25/03/2022 | Detached |
| 17 GROVE PARK, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8QA | £635,000 | 20/01/2022 | Detached |
| 168 GROVE PARK, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8QD | £578,000 | 15/10/2021 | Detached |
| 67 GROVE PARK, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8QE | £725,000 | 17/09/2021 | Detached |
| 8 CORONATION SQUARE, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 6DS | £275,000 | 06/09/2021 | Detached |
| 28 GROVE PARK, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8QA | £720,000 | 23/07/2021 | Detached |
| 176 GROVE PARK, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8QE | £500,000 | 30/06/2021 | Detached |
| 196 GROVE PARK, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 8QE | £715,000 | 23/06/2021 | Detached |
Area average: £652,249 (16 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: Detached. As of March 2026.
Company ownership
Registered legal owner is a company.
Company: WALLACE ESTATES LIMITED (04216645)
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 Lancs: £793/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Knutsford, Brook Street / Aldi | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Knutsford, Adams Hill / Railway Station | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Station Garage | 0.1 miles |
| Train station | Knutsford | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Aldi | 0.1 miles |
| Hospital | Knutsford and District Community Hospital | 0.4 miles |
| Train station | Mobberley | 2.5 miles |
| Hospital | Soss Moss Hospital | 4.3 miles |
| University | University of Chester - Warrington Campus | 10.8 miles |
| University | University Academy 92 | 11.4 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 25 |
| Public order | 7 |
| Shoplifting | 5 |
| Other theft | 3 |
| Burglary | 2 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 2 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Drugs | 1 |
| Possession of weapons | 1 |
| Total incidents | 47 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Egerton Primary School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 13 Feb 2023 |
| St Vincent De Paul Catholic Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 6 Jun 2013 |
| Knutsford Academy | Secondary | 0.5 miles | Good — 25 Nov 2011 |
| Cheshire Studio School | Secondary | 0.5 miles | Good — 3 May 2017 |
| Manor Park Primary School and Nursery | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 13 Sep 2023 |
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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).