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Balshaw Court Burlington Gardens Leyland Pr25 3Ex

PR25 3EX

1 beds 1 baths Listed 22 Jul 2025 (-338d)

£169,500

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Reduced on 6 Nov 2025

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Property details

Tenure

LEASEHOLD

Council tax band

C

Last sold

£175,000

Local average

£95,000 (+78.4%)

Deprivation

Decile 4 (12,747 of 33,755)

Street crime

209 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • One bedroom ground floor apartment
  • On-site bistro style restaurant
  • Patio onto landscaped gardens
  • Homeowner's Lounge and Guest suite
  • Domestic assistance (1hr included in service charge - additional hours by arrangement)
  • Estate Manager and on-site staffing 24-hours a day
  • Personal care packages available from the onsite CQC registered care agency
  • Solicitors and removal quotes can be provided
  • Part exchange scheme available
  • Call McCarthy Stone Resales

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

A beautifully bright and spacious one bedroom, south facing retirement apartment, situated on the ground floor. On site restaurant serving hot meals daily. ONE HOUR OF DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE INCLUDED PER WEEK.

Balshaw Court - Designed exclusively with the over 70’s in mind, this Retirement Living PLUS developments allows you to carry on living independently in a home you own, with the help of on-site flexible care and support if you need it, plus the benefit of a Bistro style restaurant serving delicious meals from 10am to 6pm every day.

You can relax in the knowledge that with Retirement Living PLUS, the on-site team are on hand to provide assistance and flexible care and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The apartments are wheelchair friendly and you’ll find ovens and plug sockets set at waist height. There are easy to use lever taps and grab rails along the hallways, making getting around easier.

You’ll also find a secure charging and storage area for mobility scooters. Peace of mind also comes from a door entry system linked to your TV, so you can see who’s there before letting anyone in, and an intruder alarm, allowing you to relax in the knowledge that you’re safe and secure. The spacious Homeowners lounge is ideal for leading a full and active social life with both fellow homeowners and friends and family.

If your guests have travelled from afar, they can extend their stay by booking into the development Guest Suite (usually for a fee of £25 per night - subject to availability) which has an en-suite shower room, tea and coffee making facilities and a TV.

It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 70 years or of age or over.

Local Area - You’ll find plenty to see and do near the development. For example, it’s only 0.3 miles from South Ribble Museum and Exhibition Centre and Leyland Library. The beautiful Worden Park is also only 0.6 miles away, making it perfect for a leisurely walk.
Also, there is a Post Office and Tesco Extra within a short walking distance, along with other retail and convenience shops.
Just 6 miles from Preston, Leyland has a thriving town centre and is home to Worden Park, a large park of mature woodlands and open meadows. The park is just half a mile from the development site and features many well-marked paths for quiet strolls, a beautiful Georgian walled garden and a delightful little café. Plus, if you have family coming to visit, there’s a large children’s play area, crazy golf and even a hedge maze.

For both seasoned and new golfers alike, Leyland Golf Club is also under a mile away. As well as the 18-hole parkland course, a large practice area is available, with a practice bunker, chipping facilities and a 9-hole putting green. The club is happy to accept new members and also welcomes visitors.

Entrance Hall - Step inside through the front door with a built-in spy hole, and you'll find the entrance hall. Here, you'll discover the 24-hour Tunstall emergency response system, illuminated light switches, a smoke detector, and a secure door entry system. The hall also provides access to walk-in storage and airing cupboards. Additional doors lead to the bedroom, living room, and bathroom.

Living Room - This expansive room features both a window and a patio door, leading to a patio area, offering scenic views of the beautifully landscaped gardens. The dining area provides generous room for a dining set, illuminated by two ceiling light fixtures. With ample raised height plug sockets, a TV and telephone point, this space is thoughtfully designed for your convenience. A separate kitchen can be accessed through another door.

Kitchen - A modern fitted kitchen with a range of high gloss base and wall units with under counter lighting. Single sink and drainer unit which has a mixer tap. Integrated electric oven and ceramic four ringed hob with splashback and extractor hood above. Integral fridge and freezer. Central ceiling light fitting and tiled flooring.

Bedroom - This roomy double bedroom enjoys abundant natural light through its double aspect garden-facing window. It's illuminated by a central ceiling light and features convenient amenities such as a TV and phone point, as well as an emergency response pull cord for added safety. The bedroom also boasts a capacious walk-in wardrobe with built-in rails and shelving, complete with an automatic sensor light for your convenience.

Shower Room - This complete shower room is equipped with anti-slip flooring and tiled walls. It features a suite that includes a level-access shower, WC, a vanity unit with a wash basin and a mirror above. For added comfort, there's a heated towel rail, and an emergency pull cord for peace of mind

Car Parking - Please contact us or the team at Balshaw Court for availably.

Service Charge (Breakdown) - •Cleaning of communal windows
•Water rates for communal areas and apartments
•Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
•Window Cleaning (outside only)
•24-hour emergency call system
•Upkeep of gardens and grounds
•Repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior communal areas
•Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
•Buildings insurance
•One hour of domestic support per week is included in the service charge
•Care staff on-site 24-hours a day
•Running of the on-site restaurant
•Intruder alarm system

The Service charge is £9,987.14 for the financial year ending 28/02/2026.

The Service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. To find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or Estates Manager.

Lease Information - Lease: 999 years from 1st Jan 2021
Ground rent: £435 per annum
Ground rent review: 1st Jan 2036

Additional Information & Services - • Ultrafast Full Fibre Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage

Listed by

Bournemouth

McCarthy & Stone Management Services

Reference: 164796812

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
10 Burlington Gardens, LEYLAND 87 87 55 m² Flat
13 Burlington Gardens, LEYLAND 87 87 56 m² Flat
16 Burlington Gardens, LEYLAND 86 86 81 m² Flat
19 Burlington Gardens, LEYLAND 88 88 81 m² Flat
20 Burlington Gardens, LEYLAND 88 88 77 m² Flat
28 Burlington Gardens, LEYLAND 87 87 56 m² Flat
31 Burlington Gardens, LEYLAND 84 84 81 m² Flat
33 Burlington Gardens, LEYLAND 88 88 55 m² Flat
34 Burlington Gardens, LEYLAND 89 89 105 m² Flat
39 Burlington Gardens, LEYLAND 85 85 81 m² Flat
4 Burlington Gardens, LEYLAND 86 86 56 m² Flat
41 Burlington Gardens, LEYLAND 88 88 81 m² Flat
43 Burlington Gardens, LEYLAND 88 88 56 m² Flat
46 Burlington Gardens, LEYLAND 86 86 52 m² Flat
47 Burlington Gardens, LEYLAND 86 86 52 m² Flat

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £169,500

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
BALSHAW COURT 39 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £275,000 30/11/2023 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 55 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £165,400 29/11/2023 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 19 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £235,000 29/11/2023 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 22 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £287,700 27/10/2023 Flat
SANDY CROFT, 34 APARTMENT 4 CHURCH ROAD, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3AA £191,000 23/09/2023 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 11 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £137,499 23/09/2023 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 47 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £199,699 11/08/2023 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 23 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £203,599 28/07/2023 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 60 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £129,673 28/07/2023 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 27 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £201,199 28/07/2023 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 60 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £149,999 28/07/2023 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 50 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £189,999 28/07/2023 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 16 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £170,407 25/07/2023 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 57 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £193,077 23/01/2023 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 31 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £268,499 01/12/2022 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 58 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £191,987 21/11/2022 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 19 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £182,638 21/11/2022 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 12 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £198,000 04/11/2022 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 61 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £185,499 19/10/2022 Flat
BALSHAW COURT 46 BURLINGTON GARDENS, LEYLAND, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR25 3EX £190,499 30/09/2022 Flat

Area average: £197,319 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 14.5%
10y growth -29.9%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): South Ribble. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of March 2026.

1y (index) -1.2%
5y (index) 12.4%
10y (index) 25.2%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for South Ribble. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £714/mo
Realistic £793/mo
Optimistic £872/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → South Ribble.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Central Lancs: £449/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Eagle & Child 0.1 miles
Bus stop Bent Bridge o/s Balshaws High School 0.1 miles
Shop Neil & Kath Harvey 0.2 miles
Shop Leyland Express 0.2 miles
Train station Leyland 0.7 miles
Train station Buckshaw Parkway 1.7 miles
Hospital Ramsay Fulwood Hall Hospital 6.7 miles
University Westleigh Conference Centre 6.9 miles
Hospital Greater Lancashire Hospital 6.9 miles
University Milton House 11.5 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 91
Anti-social behaviour 32
Shoplifting 25
Criminal damage and arson 19
Burglary 11
Public order 10
Other theft 9
Vehicle crime 4
Drugs 2
Possession of weapons 2
Robbery 2
Bicycle theft 1
Other crime 1
Total incidents 209

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
Balshaw's Church of England High School Secondary 0.2 miles Good — 20 Mar 2023
Leyland Methodist Junior School Primary 0.3 miles Good — 17 Jan 2022
Leyland Methodist Infant School Primary 0.3 miles Outstanding — 9 Oct 2013
Woodlea Junior School Primary 0.5 miles Good — 11 Apr 2018
Leyland St Andrew's Church of England Infant School Primary 0.5 miles Good — 29 Jun 2023

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.47%
Max investor price (0.8%) £99,125
Target investor price (1%) £79,300
  • 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).

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