The Limes
SPROSTON GREEN, CREWE, SPROSTON, CHESHIRE CW4 7LN
£895,000
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Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
213 m²
Council tax band
G
Last sold
£745,000 Oct 2005
Local average
£605,283 (+47.9%)
Deprivation
Decile 7 (20,836 of 33,755)
Street crime
5 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Located in a private, gated position on a no through road surrounded by open countryside whilst being ideally positioned for all major network links to the Northwest and beyond.
The property is approached through electronically operated wooden gates over a sweeping tarmacadam driveway, providing more than ample parking, leading to the front entrance with feature planting, retained by mature hedging and trees. In addition, there is a detached log cabin with light and power, ideal for additional storage, office or hobbies room. The rear gardens are a lovely feature of the property, being generous in proportions with a private, open aspect over open countryside. Laid to lawn in the main with a range of borders surrounding, all fully enclosed by timber fencing, established hedging and trees. A large patio space accessed from the rear rear of the property provides ideal opportunity for alfresco dining and enjoying the lovely aspect. There is a paddock available as highlighted within the images measuring approximately 1.5 acres via separate negotiation.
Directions
From Knutsford town centre proceed along Toft Road (A50) for approx. 8 miles. Upon reaching Holmes Chapel village roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Middlewich Road (B5308) and continue onto Holmes Chapel Road (A54). After the lay-by turn left into the private lane where the property's gated driveway will soon be seen.
Entrance Hall
Front door. Downlights. Double glazed window to side. Radiator. Tiled wood effect flooring.
Living Room
Downlights. Double glazed bi-fold doors opening out to the rear garden. Two radiators. Fitted cupboards. Tiled wood effect flooring.
Open Plan Living Dining Kitchen
Fitted cupboards and drawers with stone work surfaces and matching wall units. Two sink units with chrome mixer taps. Two built-in double ovens. Integrated dishwasher. Induction hob with extractor hood over. Matching large island unit with cupboards and drawers under, built-in fridge and breakfast bar seating area. Built-in wine racking. Downlights. Three contemporary vertical wall radiators. Double glazed windows to front and rear. Tiled splash. Atrium roof. loft hatch. Double glazed bi-fold doors to front. Space and plumbing for American style refrigerator. Tiled floor.
Utility Room
Fitted cupboards. Large sink unit with chrome mixer tap and cupboards under. Work top. Space and plumbing for washing machine and dryer. Boiler cupboard housing MegaFlow hot water cylinder. Downlights. Extractor fan. radiator. Double glazed window to front. Tiled wood effect flooring. Door and stairs to loft storage room with light and power.
Downstairs WC
White low level WC with concealed cistern. Wall hung wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap. Downlights. Extractor fan. Chrome heated towel radiator. Tiled wood effect flooring.
Hallway
Door to side. Coved ceiling. Downlights. Radiator. Fitted cloaks cupboard. Open to:-
Conservatory
Wall light point. Double glazing to side. Courtesy door to rear garden. Radiator. Tiled floor.
Inner Hall
Downlights. Loft hatch via pull down ladder to large loft storage space with light and power and dormer style windows to side (potential conversion subject to relevant permissions). Radiator. Fitted linen cupboard.
Bedroom 1
Coved ceiling. Downlights. Double glazed windows to side and rear. Two radiators. Extensive fitted bedroom furniture comprising wardrobes, cupboards, dressing table and overhead storage. Loft hatch.
En-Suite Dressing Room
Fitted cupboards, drawers and hanging space. Downlights. Opaque windows to side. Chrome heated towel radiator.
En-Suite Bathroom
White suite comprising large panelled bath with chrome fittings. Twin vanity wash hand basin with chrome mixer taps and cupboards under. Low level WC. Bidet. Large walk-in wet room style shower area with chrome fittings and tiled surround. Two heated towel radiators. Downlights. Half tiled walls. Double glazed windows to side. Tiled floor.
Bedroom 2
Coved ceiling. Downlights. Double glazed windows to front and rear. Radiator. Fitted cupboards. Feature shelving and fireplace.
Bedroom 3
Downlights. Radiator. Double glazed windows to side.
Shower Room
White suite comprising large walk-in shower unit with chrome fittings and glazed screen. Wall hung wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap. WC. Chrome heated towel radiator. Double glazed windows to side. Tiled walls and floor.
Externally
The property is approached through electronically operated wooden gates over a sweeping tarmacadam driveway, providing more than ample parking, leading to the front entrance with feature planting, retained by mature hedging and trees. In addition, there is a detached log cabin with light and power, ideal for additional storage, office or hobbies room. The rear gardens are a lovely feature of the property, being generous in proportions with a private, open aspect over open countryside. Laid to lawn in the main with a range of borders surrounding, all fully enclosed by timber fencing, established hedging and trees. A large patio space accessed from the rear rear of the property provides ideal opportunity for alfresco dining and enjoying the lovely aspect. There is a paddock available as highlighted within the images measuring approximately 1.5 acres via separate negotiation.
Detached Brick Smokehouse
Fitted cupboards and shelving. Light and power. Fitted smoker. Tiled floor.
Detached Log Cabin / Home Office / Studio
Light and power. USB points. Courtesy door and windows to front.
Paddock Available (Under Separate Negotiation)
Listed by
Knutsford
Irlams (Estate Agents) Ltd
Reference: 166947383
EPC ratings on this postcode
We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.
| Address | Current | Potential | Floor area | Age band | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Limes, Sproston Green, Sproston | 57 | 72 | 213 m² | England and Wales: 1976-1982 | Bungalow |
| The Limes, Sproston Green, Sproston, CREWE | 57 | 72 | 213 m² | England and Wales: 1976-1982 | Detached |
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £895,000 | +20.1% |
| Sold | 28/10/2005 (20 years ago) | £745,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MILA HOUSE HOLMES CHAPEL ROAD, SPROSTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW4 7LW | £940,000 | 28/03/2025 | Detached |
| DAWFIELDS BRERETON LANE, SPROSTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW4 7LR | £3,335,000 | 19/04/2022 | Detached |
| SPROSTON METHODIST CHURCH BRERETON LANE, SPROSTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW4 7LR | £540,000 | 24/09/2021 | Detached |
Area average: £1,605,000 (3 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 West and Chester. Series: Detached. As of April 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cheshire West and Chester. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire West and Chester.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for South Cheshire: £678/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
The Green
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Sproston Green, Holmes Chapel Road / Fox & Hounds | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Co-op Food | 1.0 miles |
| Shop | Dutton Builders Merchants | 1.5 miles |
| Train station | Holmes Chapel | 1.9 miles |
| Train station | Sandbach | 3.3 miles |
| Hospital | Weaver Lodge Independent Hospital | 4.1 miles |
| Hospital | Leighton Hospital | 6.4 miles |
| University | University of Buckingham Crewe Campus | 7.3 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 3 |
| Possession of weapons | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 5 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holmes Chapel Comprehensive School | Secondary | 1.2 miles | Good — 10 Mar 2020 |
| Holmes Chapel Primary School | Primary | 1.5 miles | Outstanding — 17 Jul 2015 |
| Byley Primary School and Nursery | Primary | 1.7 miles | Good — 12 Mar 2023 |
| Compass Community Cledford Park | Other | 1.7 miles | Good — 15 Jun 2023 |
| Hermitage Primary School | Primary | 2.0 miles | Good — 20 Nov 2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dee Avenue, Holmes Chapel, Crewe, Cheshire, CW4 | £1,300/mo | 3 | 2.1 miles | Rightmove |
| Eden Grove, Holmes Chapel | £1,450/mo | 3 | 2.13 miles | Rightmove |
| Juniper Close, Holmes Chapel, Crewe | £1,850/mo | 3 | 2.19 miles | Rightmove |
Average rent: £1,533/mo (3 listings)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- 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).
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