# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (SK12 1QN)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 3 FURNESS CLOSE, STOCKPORT, POYNTON, CHESHIRE SK12 1QN |
| Price | £750,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Council tax | F |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1976-1982 |
| Floor area | 153 m² |
| Last sold | £135,000 Jul 1996 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 22/04/2036
- **Current heating cost:** £1,647/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £16,500

### Recommendations
- W2 (£5,000 - £10,000)
- U (£8,000 - £10,000)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9736-5524-0600-0067-1222)

## Description

Set within a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly regarded area of Poynton, this executive four bedroomed detached family home offers the perfect blend of space, comfort and style for modern family living. Beautifully arranged over two floors and entered on the ground floor, the property has been designed to provide both practicality and elegance, making it an ideal choice for a buyer seeking a home that feels welcoming from the moment you arrive.

The generous layout is one of this home's standout features, with three reception rooms offering excellent flexibility for the way you live. Whether you need a formal lounge for relaxing evenings, a separate sitting room or playroom, and a dedicated space for entertaining or working from home, this property easily adapts to the demands of busy family life. The heart of the home is the family dining kitchen, a wonderful space for cooking, gathering and spending time together.  The ground floor is also complemented by a convenient downstairs W.C. and a useful utility area. 

Upstairs, the four well-proportioned bedrooms provide comfortable and private accommodation for the whole family. The principal bedroom benefits from its own en-suite, creating a calm and luxurious retreat at the end of the day, while the additional bathrooms help ensure everyday routines run smoothly for family members and guests alike. The overall feel is one of balance and ease, with plenty of room to grow, host and unwind.

Outside, the property continues to impress with a large driveway and integral double garage, giving ample parking and valuable storage. The landscaped gardens provide an attractive and manageable outdoor setting, ideal for children to play, for summer entertaining, or simply for enjoying a peaceful morning coffee in lovely surroundings. The quiet position adds to the sense of privacy and tranquillity, making this a home that feels both secure and serene.

The location in Poynton is another major advantage, with supermarkets, well-regarded schools, leisure facilities, healthcare services and rail links all within easy reach, making day-to-day life convenient as well as enjoyable. This is a setting that supports a busy lifestyle without compromising on the calm and community feel that so many buyers are looking for.

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/174775937/138206) - Floorplan 1
- ![Floorplan 2](/listings/photos/174775937/138207) - Floorplan 2
- ![Floorplan 3](/listings/photos/174775937/138208) - Floorplan 3
- ![Floorplan 4](/listings/photos/174775937/138209) - Floorplan 4

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/174775937/391809) - EPC 1

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #1904858
- **Address:** 3 Furness Close, Poynton, SK12 1QN
- **Certificate Issued:** 27/07/2004
- **Work Completed:** 29/06/2004
- **Items:** 1 window(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 3 FURNESS CLOSE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK12 1QN | £135,000 | 25/07/1996 | Detached |

## Sold Comparables

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 5 BOLTON CLOSE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1SB | £380,000 | 11/02/2025 | Detached |
| 47 MILTON DRIVE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1EZ | £560,000 | 23/10/2024 | Detached |
| 22 TEWKESBURY CLOSE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1QJ | £600,000 | 31/10/2023 | Detached |
| 55 GLASTONBURY DRIVE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1EN | £458,000 | 15/11/2022 | Detached |
| 19 EASBY CLOSE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1YG | £385,000 | 14/11/2022 | Detached |
| 3 WIGWAM CLOSE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1XF | £800,000 | 01/11/2022 | Detached |
| 12 BOLTON CLOSE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1SB | £540,000 | 07/10/2022 | Detached |
| 37 CHESTER ROAD, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1HA | £1,100,000 | 02/09/2022 | Detached |
| 63 GLASTONBURY DRIVE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1EN | £652,500 | 05/08/2022 | Detached |
| 83 OAK GROVE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1AD | £515,000 | 26/07/2022 | Detached |
| 23 EASBY CLOSE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1YG | £600,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached |
| 50 OAK GROVE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1AE | £566,000 | 28/04/2022 | Detached |
| 3 GLASTONBURY DRIVE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1EN | £625,100 | 18/03/2022 | Detached |
| 3 BYLANDS CLOSE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1UQ | £616,000 | 14/03/2022 | Detached |
| 21 CHESTER ROAD, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1EU | £611,400 | 04/02/2022 | Detached |
| 14 LINDISFARNE DRIVE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1EW | £535,000 | 27/01/2022 | Detached |
| 25 NEWSTEAD CLOSE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1ES | £590,000 | 19/11/2021 | Detached |
| 1 ABBOTSBURY CLOSE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1SF | £601,700 | 10/11/2021 | Detached |
| 14 WAYSIDE DRIVE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1HF | £570,000 | 29/09/2021 | Detached |
| 69 MILTON DRIVE, POYNTON, STOCKPORT, CHESHIRE EAST, SK12 1EZ | £391,000 | 06/09/2021 | Detached |

**Area average:** £584,835 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £623,692 (39 Detached, SK12, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +20.3%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £878/mo
- **Realistic:** £975/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,073/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Southern Greater Manchester (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,396/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.13% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £121,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £97,500

*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 Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £4,902/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 17.3%
- **10y growth:** 62.8%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Cheshire East; Detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 1.6%
- **5y growth (index):** 23.6%
- **10y growth (index):** 51.5%

## Flood risk

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

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