# 3 bedroom duplex for sale (SK10 5GR)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | APARTMENT 50, CLARENCE MILL, CLARENCE ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, BOLLINGTON, CHESHIRE EAST SK10 5GR |
| Price | £255,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | D |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1996-2002 |
| Floor area | 119 m² |
| Last sold | £210,000 Jul 2020 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 07/10/2022 — **EXPIRED** (no longer valid for marketing or letting)
- **Current heating cost:** £440/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £1,633

### Recommendations
- C (£15 - £30)
- E (£210)
- L (£1,200 - £1,600)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8182-7420-0949-8248-8902)

## Description

This spacious and well presented penthouse apartment is set out as a duplex on two floors.  A large internal floor area of over 1,200 square feet (113m2)  features an impressive open plan upper living area with Velux windows inviting plenty of natural light into the property.  

The living accommodation is situated on the upper level, while at entrance level there are three well proportioned bedrooms, the master bedroom with en-suite shower room, and large bathroom/WC.  

Playing a large part in the history of Bollington, Clarence Mill is a former textile mill and a splendid structure standing by the side of the Macclesfield Canal.  The upper floors were converted into stylish apartments in 2002, displaying many of the original architectural features expected with this type of dwelling.  The apartments effectively combine the building`s history with modern fittings to create superb homes for contemporary living.

The mill is located conveniently for accessing many of the amenities available in Bollington including  shops for everyday needs, a library, recreation facilities and a selection of pubs and restaurants. The beautiful countryside within which Bollington sits is easily accessible for walking and other leisure pursuits.  Manchester Airport and the North West motorway network are approximately 11 miles away.

There are three lifts servicing the apartments, and car parking within the grounds of the Mill.  There is a concierge service based at the main entrance for the apartments.

There is electric central heating to the accommodation and in more detail this comprises:-

ENTRANCE LEVEL

ENTRANCE HALL 	Very deep under stairs cupboard. Airing cupboard with hot water cylinder. Electric heater.

BEDROOM NO.1 	16`1` x 10`2` maximum (4.90m x 3.10m)  Electric heater

EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM	Modern white suite comprising enclosure with electric shower, hand washbasin and WC.  

BEDROOM NO.2 	12`3` x 7`4` (3.74m x 2.23m) Electric heater.

BEDROOM NO.3 	14`1` x 9`4`  (4.31m x 2.84m)  Electric heater.

BATHROOM/WC 	Modern white suite comprising panelled bath with electric shower, pedestal washbasin, and low level WC. Tiled floor. Electrically heated towel warmer. 

Stairs from the entrance hall lead to:-

UPPER FLOOR

OPEN PLAN LIVING AREA 	26`6` x 23`0` (8.07m x 7.00m) Video entrance intercom. Laminate flooring. Electric heater.

KITCHEN AREA 	Fitted modern units to floor and wall with worktops incorporating 1½  bowl stainless steel sink and drainer, electric oven and hob with extractor hood,  plumbing for dishwasher and washing machine. 	Breakfast bar area.

SERVICES: 	Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected.

COUNCIL TAX : 	Council tax Band  D`

TENURE: 	The apartment is leasehold for the residue of a 999 year lease with a ground rent of £200.00 pa and a service charge of £420.00pcm.

PRICE: 	£255,000

VIEWING: 	By appointment with the AGENTS Michael Hart & Company, Bollington 	office  

DIRECTIONS: 	From our Bollington office travel along Wellington Road towards Pott Shrigley. After passing under two bridges turn left at the traffic lights climbing up Clarence Road. Clarence Mill will be found at the top of the hill on the left hand side. The main entrance to the apartments is at the rear of the mill where there is also a multi level car park.

ENERGY RATINGS:	EPC Rating -  TBC`

**Directions**

DIRECTIONS: 	From our Bollington office travel along Wellington Road towards Pott Shrigley. After passing under two bridges turn left at the traffic lights climbing up Clarence Road. Clarence Mill will be found at the top of the hill on the left hand side. The main entrance to the apartments is at the rear of the mill where there is also a multi level car park.

**Notice**

Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/172986782/148353) - Floorplan 1

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| CLARENCE MILL APARTMENT 50 CLARENCE ROAD, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5GR | £210,000 | 31/07/2020 | Flat |
| CLARENCE MILL APARTMENT 50 CLARENCE ROAD, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5GR | £159,950 | 06/03/2014 | Flat |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 9 FOUNDRY STREET, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5PD | £183,000 | 07/10/2022 | Other |
| 85 PALMERSTON STREET, BOLLINGTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST, SK10 5JX | £175,000 | 17/03/2022 | Other |

**Area average:** £179,000 (2 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £1,500,707 (15 Other, SK10, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -83%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £884/mo
- **Realistic:** £982/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,080/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £992/mo

## 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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 3 Bed Terraced House, Willowbank Drive, SK10 | £1,275/mo | 3 | 0.42 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,275/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.5% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £159,375
- **Target investor price (1%):** £127,500

*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 OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,275/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 6%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 16.7×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £118/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 1.9%

*Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − 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).*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £2,143/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 103.7%
- **10y growth:** 255.3%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Cheshire East; All dwelling types series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 1%
- **5y growth (index):** 20.4%
- **10y growth (index):** 48.8%

## Flood risk

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

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