5 TOWNFIELD GARDENS
ALTRINCHAM, GREATER MANCHESTER WA14 4DT
Property details
Floor area
51 m²
Year built
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Last sold
£160,000 Aug 2019
Price per m²
£2,941/m²
Local average
£359,565 (-58.3%)
Deprivation
Decile 9 (28,797 of 33,755)
Street crime
1 incident within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- ***NO ONWARD CHAIN***
- Please be aware this property is not available on a buy-to-let basis.
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Description - This self contained purpose built apartment is positioned on the first floor and occupies an enviable position within this ever popular development. Townfield Gardens is well placed for local shops being approximately a ¼ mile distant from Altrincham town centre with its highly popular Market Quarter that contains a variety of establishments including small independent retailers and informal dining options. The Metrolink station provides a commuter service into Manchester and the area is also well placed for the surrounding network of motorways.
The accommodation is well proportioned throughout and an L-shaped entrance hall/inner hall provides ample storage facilities. There is a spacious dual aspect sitting/dining room with French window opening onto a secluded private balcony and an adjacent fitted kitchen benefits from views over the well tended communal gardens. The master bedroom with built-in wardrobe and single bedroom with fitted furniture both enjoy a private outlook onto mature surroundings. Completing the accommodation there is a shower room/WC.
PVCu double glazing has been installed together with gas fired central heating.
Externally within the grounds there are parking areas for both residents and visitors and the well tended communal gardens create an attractive setting.
In conclusion, a superb apartment offered for sale with no onward chain and offering an excellent opportunity to remodel to individual taste.
Accommodation -
Ground Floor -
Communal Reception Hall - Secure entry phone system. Stairs to:
First Floor -
Private Reception Area - Two storage cupboards with shelving.
Entrance Hall - Approached though an opaque glazed door. Entry phone system. Two storage cupboards with shelving. Radiator.
Sitting/Dining Room - 20'5" x 10'10" (6.22m x 3.30m) - A bright dual aspect room with nearly full width PVCu double glazed windows and French window to the secluded private balcony. PVCu double glazed window overlooking the communal gardens. Ample space for both a living and dining suite. Two radiators.
Balcony - With an attractive wrought iron balustrade and enjoying a high degree of privacy.
Kitchen - 9'4" x 7'4" (2.84m x 2.24m) - Fitted with matching wall and base units beneath heat resistant work surfaces and inset stainless steel drainer sink with tiled splash-back. Breakfast bar. Space for a cooker and fridge/freezer. Recess for an automatic washing machine. Cupboard with shelving and housing the wall mounted gas central heating boiler. PVCu double glazed window with views over the manicured grounds. Extractor fan.
Bedroom One - 10'5" x 8'10" (3.18m x 2.69m) - Built-in wardrobe containing hanging rail and shelving. PVCu double glazed window with a private outlook onto mature surroundings. Radiator.
Bedroom Two - 8'10" x 8'1" (2.69m x 2.46m) - A generous single bedroom with PVCu double glazed window. Full length fitted wardrobes contain hanging rails with cupboards above.
Shower Room/Wc - 7'4" x 5'9" (2.24m x 1.75m) - Fitted with a wide shower enclose and electric shower, pedestal wash basin and low level WC. Built-in cabinet with shelving. Tiled walls. Extractor fan.
Outside - Residents and visitors parking.
Well maintained communal gardens.
Services - All mains services are connected.
Possession - Vacant possession on completion.
Tenure - We are informed the property is Leasehold with the residue of 999 years remaining. This should be verified by your Solicitor.
Service Charge - We understand the service charge is approximately £105.00 pcm and includes buildings insurance, ground rent, heating and lighting of common parts, maintenance of the grounds and window cleaning. Full details will be provided by our clients Solicitor.
Council Tax - Band "C"
Note - No services, appliances, fixtures or fittings have been inspected and purchasers are recommended to obtain their own independent advice.
Additional Information - This property is not available on a buy-to-let basis.
Listed by
Hale
Ian Macklin
Reference: 79496792
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Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #420459
Property Details
Street: 5 Townfield Gardens
Town: Townfield Road
Postcode: WA14 4DT
Installation Details
Items: 1 window and 1 door
Certificate Issued: 14/02/2003
Work Completed: 13/01/2003
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 15/08/2019 (6 years ago) | £160,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 TOWNFIELD GARDENS, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DT | £210,000 | 21/11/2025 | Flat |
| 71 TOWNFIELD GARDENS, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DT | £230,000 | 16/04/2025 | Flat |
| 12 TOWNFIELD GARDENS, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DT | £225,000 | 24/03/2025 | Flat |
| 51 TOWNFIELD GARDENS, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DT | £232,000 | 28/02/2025 | Flat |
| 8 TOWNFIELD GARDENS, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DT | £250,000 | 16/01/2025 | Flat |
| 74 TOWNFIELD GARDENS, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DT | £188,000 | 06/01/2025 | Flat |
| 65 TOWNFIELD GARDENS, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DT | £232,500 | 05/11/2024 | Flat |
| 41 TOWNFIELD GARDENS, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DT | £242,500 | 25/03/2024 | Flat |
| 30 TOWNFIELD GARDENS, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DT | £215,000 | 02/08/2023 | Flat |
| 70 TOWNFIELD GARDENS, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DT | £235,000 | 16/06/2023 | Flat |
| BURLINGTON COURT 10 BURLINGTON ROAD, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 1JT | £225,000 | 25/04/2023 | Flat |
| 25 TOWNFIELD GARDENS, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DT | £227,000 | 02/12/2022 | Flat |
| BURLINGTON COURT 7 BURLINGTON ROAD, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 1JT | £240,500 | 11/11/2022 | Flat |
| 48 TOWNFIELD GARDENS, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DT | £235,000 | 08/07/2022 | Flat |
| 13 ARNOLDS YARD, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DL | £310,000 | 11/05/2022 | Flat |
| 23 ARNOLDS YARD, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DL | £300,000 | 10/12/2021 | Flat |
| 71 TOWNFIELD GARDENS, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DT | £200,000 | 12/11/2021 | Flat |
| 18 TOWNFIELD GARDENS, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DT | £210,000 | 22/10/2021 | Flat |
| BURLINGTON COURT 6 BURLINGTON ROAD, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 1JT | £186,000 | 30/09/2021 | Flat |
| 57 TOWNFIELD GARDENS, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 4DT | £205,000 | 24/09/2021 | Flat |
Area average: £229,925 (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): Trafford. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Trafford. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Trafford.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Southern Greater Manchester: £748/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | John Leigh Park, Church Street / outside The Wheatsheaf | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | John Leigh Park, Oldfield Road / near Church Street | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Kwik Fit | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Spar | 0.2 miles |
| Hospital | Altrincham Health and Wellbeing Centre | 0.3 miles |
| Train station | Altrincham | 0.4 miles |
| Hospital | Altrincham Hospital | 0.4 miles |
| Train station | Navigation Road | 0.6 miles |
| University | University Academy 92 | 5.5 miles |
| University | University of Salford | 6.2 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total incidents | 1 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altrincham CofE (Aided) Primary School | Primary | 0.1 miles | Good — 1 Mar 2023 |
| North Cestrian School | Secondary | 0.2 miles | Good — 29 Apr 2019 |
| Loreto Grammar School | Secondary | 0.2 miles | Outstanding — 9 Nov 2022 |
| Navigation Primary School | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 17 Mar 2011 |
| St Vincent's Catholic Primary School | Primary | 0.5 miles | Outstanding — 16 Jul 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bed Maisonette, Manchester Road, WA14 | £1,075/mo | 2 | 0.44 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Beaconsfield Road, WA14 | £1,600/mo | 2 | 0.63 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Semi-Detached House, Drake Road, WA14 | £1,400/mo | 2 | 1 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £1,358/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).