16 MONARCH AVENUE
PRESTON, BAMBER BRIDGE, LANCASHIRE PR5 6HX
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Council tax band
B
Last sold
£178,000 Dec 2025
Local average
£155,373 (+12.6%)
Street crime
145 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Immaculate modern terraced house
- 9 Years NHBC remailing
- Open-plan kitchen with natural light
- Electric vehicle charging point
- Dedicated BBQ and outdoor area
- Excellent access to public transport
- Close to reputable local schools
- Nearby parks and green spaces
Additional details
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Upon entering, you are greeted by a spacious reception room—a perfect space for relaxation and entertaining guests. The open-plan kitchen is beautifully illuminated by abundant natural light, providing an airy and inviting atmosphere for culinary pursuits and casual dining.
All three bedrooms are generously proportioned, providing comfortable accommodation for family members or versatile spaces for home office use. The home also benefits from a well-appointed bathroom designed to a high standard.
Additional benefits include an electric vehicle (EV) charging point and a dedicated BBQ area, ideal for summer gatherings and entertaining outdoors.
Combining practicality, design, and superb location, this immaculate house represents an unmissable opportunity to acquire your next family home. Early viewing is strongly recommended to fully appreciate the quality and features on offer.
EPC Rating - B/ Council Tax Band - B/ Freehold
IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.
BBR250237/2
Listed by
Bamber Bridge
Favsco 23 Ltd - LSL Franchise
Reference: 165087605
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
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Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 04/12/2025 (6 months ago) | £178,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same street 14 MONARCH AVENUE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HX | £185,000 | 30/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 50 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £78,000 | 15/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 52 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £76,800 | 15/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 54 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £76,800 | 15/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 56 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £78,000 | 08/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 40 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £67,200 | 30/06/2022 | Terraced |
| 42 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £66,000 | 30/06/2022 | Terraced |
| 44 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £66,000 | 30/06/2022 | Terraced |
| 46 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £66,000 | 30/06/2022 | Terraced |
| 48 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £67,200 | 30/06/2022 | Terraced |
| 38 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £78,000 | 27/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 32 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £78,000 | 27/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 34 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £76,800 | 27/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 36 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £76,800 | 27/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 28 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £76,800 | 29/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 30 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £78,000 | 29/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 24 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £78,000 | 29/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 26 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £76,800 | 29/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 18 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £124,800 | 29/03/2022 | Terraced |
| 20 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £124,800 | 29/03/2022 | Terraced |
| 22 ANCONA DRIVE, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, SOUTH RIBBLE, LANCASHIRE, PR5 6HL | £126,750 | 29/03/2022 | Terraced |
Street average: £185,000 (1 sale)
Area average: £81,878 (20 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): North West. Series: Terraced. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for North West. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Postcode area PR → North West.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Lancaster: £648/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Bamber Bridge opp Bluebell Way | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Bamber Bridge by Bluebell Way | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Fallen Angel Hair Lounge | 0.4 miles |
| Shop | Best-one | 0.4 miles |
| Train station | Bamber Bridge | 0.6 miles |
| Train station | Lostock Hall | 1.7 miles |
| Hospital | Greater Lancashire Hospital | 3.9 miles |
| Hospital | Ramsay Fulwood Hall Hospital | 4.2 miles |
| University | Westleigh Conference Centre | 5.9 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 58 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 27 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 15 |
| Shoplifting | 11 |
| Public order | 8 |
| Burglary | 6 |
| Other theft | 5 |
| Other crime | 4 |
| Possession of weapons | 4 |
| Vehicle crime | 3 |
| Theft from the person | 2 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Drugs | 1 |
| Total incidents | 145 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coppice School | Other | 0.3 miles | Good — 28 Nov 2014 |
| Bamber Bridge St Aidan's Church of England Primary School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Requires improvement — 3 May 2023 |
| Walton-Le-Dale High School | Secondary | 0.6 miles | Requires improvement — 21 Jun 2022 |
| Brownedge St Mary's Catholic High School | Secondary | 0.6 miles | Good — 3 Dec 2015 |
| Cuerden Church School, Bamber Bridge | Primary | 0.7 miles | Good — 4 Mar 2013 |
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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).