157 MIDDLEWICH ROAD
NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER CW9 7DB
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Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
84 m²
Council tax band
A
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: before 1900
Last sold
£94,000 Jan 2015
Price per m²
£2,012/m²
Local average
£196,250 (-13.9%)
Deprivation
Decile 3 (9,188 of 33,755)
Street crime
92 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)
Key features
- A chain free purchase
- Restored period end of terrace property
- 2 reception rooms and fitted kitchen
- 2 double bedrooms
- Downstairs W.C. and first floor shower room
- Conveniently situated
Additional details
- Garden
- Patio, Enclosed garden
Description
The property occupies a popular and long-established residential position within easy reach of Northwich town centre, offering a wide range of shops, supermarkets, a picturesque marina, cinema complex and a variety of bars and restaurants. Everyday amenities are close by, including a Co-op convenience store, schools for all age groups, a chemist opposite the property and a medical centre within walking distance. For commuters, the nearby A556 provides excellent access to the motorway network and major commercial centres across the North West, including Manchester, Manchester International Airport, Chester, Warrington and Liverpool. Northwich railway station is easily accessible and sits on the Manchester to Chester line, with a Tesco store and retail park adjacent. This ready-to-move-into home has been thoughtfully updated with attention to detail throughout and offers an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a character property with modern convenience in a well-connected location. Early viewing is highly recommended.
SERVICES : Mains, Water, Gas, Electricity and Drainage. TENURE: The property is Freehold and free from chief rent. NOTE : We must advise prospective buyers that none of the fittings or services have been tested. Prospective purchasers are advised to obtain their own independent reports. Cheshire West and Cheshire Council. Council Tax Band A. Energy Efficiency Rating - Band TBC
Listed by
Northwich
Edward Mellor Ltd
Reference: 172725710
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 26/05/2026
Current heating cost: £1,454/year
Potential heating cost: £815/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £26,800
Recommendations
- Flat roof or sloping ceiling insulation (£900 - £1,200)
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£7,500 - £11,000)
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
6% since 2012
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £169,000 | +79.8% |
| Sold | 30/01/2015 (11 years ago) | £94,000 | -2.1% |
| Sold | 19/12/2014 (11 years ago) | £96,000 | +7.9% |
| Sold | 27/01/2012 (14 years ago) | £89,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 JAMES STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DE | £190,000 | 23/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 7 VERDIN STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7BX | £121,000 | 07/08/2025 | Terraced |
| 33 EDWARD STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DQ | £130,000 | 01/07/2025 | Terraced |
| 105 MIDDLEWICH ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7BU | £88,000 | 01/05/2025 | Terraced |
| 97 MIDDLEWICH ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7BU | £110,000 | 20/02/2025 | Terraced |
| 14 SHIPBROOK ROAD, RUDHEATH, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7EJ | £175,000 | 10/01/2025 | Terraced |
| 5 STANLEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DJ | £87,500 | 24/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 7 STANLEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DJ | £118,000 | 24/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 7 RUSHTON CLOSE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7HU | £130,000 | 02/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 62 MIDDLEWICH ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DA | £150,000 | 18/09/2023 | Terraced |
| 12 JAMES STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DD | £90,000 | 28/07/2023 | Terraced |
| 8 LIVERPOOL STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DG | £93,000 | 23/06/2023 | Terraced |
| 23 EDWARD STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DQ | £125,000 | 25/05/2023 | Terraced |
| 16 JAMES STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DE | £88,500 | 19/04/2023 | Terraced |
| 94 MIDDLEWICH ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DA | £163,000 | 19/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 4 ARBOUR CLOSE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7BF | £163,000 | 09/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 32 RICHARD STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DL | £158,500 | 25/11/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 135 MIDDLEWICH ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DB | £240,000 | 04/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 127 MIDDLEWICH ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7BY | £120,000 | 07/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 14 RICHARD STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DL | £156,500 | 30/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 36 JAMES STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DE | £135,000 | 17/08/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 147 MIDDLEWICH ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DB | £115,000 | 29/04/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 155 MIDDLEWICH ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DB | £84,000 | 06/04/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 155 MIDDLEWICH ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 7DB | £70,000 | 16/02/2022 | Terraced |
Street average: £127,250 (4 sales)
Area average: £129,600 (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): Cheshire West and Chester. Series: Terraced. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cheshire West and Chester. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire West and Chester.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Kendal: £648/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Rudheath, Middlewich Road / Doctors Surgery | 0.0 miles |
| Shop | Speedy Hire | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Bargain Booze | 0.1 miles |
| Train station | Northwich | 0.4 miles |
| Train station | Lostock Gralam | 1.2 miles |
| Hospital | Leighton Hospital | 9.6 miles |
| Hospital | Tarporley War Memorial Hospital | 10.0 miles |
| University | University of Chester - Warrington Campus | 11.2 miles |
| University | University of Buckingham Crewe Campus | 11.7 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 50 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 9 |
| Public order | 9 |
| Shoplifting | 7 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 4 |
| Other theft | 4 |
| Drugs | 3 |
| Burglary | 2 |
| Other crime | 2 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 92 |
Within 1 mile during Mar 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 Rudheath Senior Academy | Secondary | 0.3 miles | Good — 8 Feb 2018 |
| Victoria Road Primary School | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 9 Jun 2024 |
| Rudheath Primary Academy and Nursery | Primary | 0.6 miles | — (Inspected (no overall grade)) |
| Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School | Primary | 0.7 miles | Requires improvement — 30 Mar 2023 |
| Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College | Other | 1.2 miles | — (No rating) |
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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).