8 WATER LANE
WAKEFIELD, MIDDLESTOWN, WEST YORKSHIRE WF4 4PX
Property details
Floor area
115 m²
Last sold
£386,000 Apr 2012
Local average
£383,651 (+16%)
Deprivation
Decile 9 (28,412 of 33,755)
Street crime
33 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Superbly Presented
- Detached Bungalow
- Within Approx 1/4 Acre
- Four Double Bedrooms
- En Suite To Master
- Generous Gardens
- Detached Garage
- Integral Audio System
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
The accommodation fully comprises of entrance hall, downstairs w.c., lounge, separate dining room, modern fitted breakfast kitchen with spacious utility room off, four double bedrooms (the master enjoying en suite facilities) and modern fitted bathroom/w.c. Outside, there are generous size lawned gardens to the front and rear being privately enclosed and well stocked with plants, trees and shrubbed surrounds, along with feature timber decking and pond incorporating water feature to the side, accessed via electronically operated gates including intercom and providing ample off road parking leading to the detached garage. The garage has planning permission granted for an extension above.
Located in the popular residential area of Middlestown, the property is well served by local amenities including shops and schools, whilst access to the motorway is approximately a five-ten minute drive away, in addition, there are also local bus routes travelling to and from Wakefield city centre.
Immaculate throughout, only a full internal inspection will fully appreciate all that the property has to offer and we feel sure that even the discerning buyer will be suitably impressed.
AccommodationHallwayUPVC entrance door. Part Mosaic floor, archway, coving to the ceiling, two radiators, door to downstairs w.c., solid wood doors to spacious lounge, separate dining room, master bedroom, three further bedrooms and bathroom/w.c. Access to fully boarded loft.
Downstairs W.C.White low flush w.c., wash basin, part tiled walls, tiled effect floor, radiator, coving to the ceiling, UPVC double glazed frosted window to the side, further radiator.
Spacious Lounge4.11m(13'6'') x 5.77m(18'11'')
Attractive electric fire with stone fire surround, t.v. point, coving to the ceiling, UPVC double glazed window to the front.
.Dining Room4.80m(15'9'') x 3.36m(11'0'')
Radiator, laminate floor, UPVC double glazed window to the side, t.v. point, coving to the ceiling, integral audio system. Archway leading to the modern fitted kitchen.
Kitchen2.99m(9'10'') x 4.15m(13'7'')
A range of quality fitted wall and base units with work surface over incorporating Blanco 1 1/2 stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap, space for Range cooker with stainless steel back and extractor over, drawers, integral dishwasher, display wall cabinets, UPVC double glazed window to the side, recess ceiling spotlights, underplinth lighting, breakfast bar area, radiator, tiled effect floor and door into the utility room.
.Utility Room2.35m(7'9'') x 3.42m(11'3'')
Modern fitted wall and base units with work surface over incorporating stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap, combination boiler. Integral appliances of dishwasher, dryer and washing machine. Space for American style fridge freezer, UPVC double glazed window to the rear, UPVC door to the side, cloaks area with built in drawers and recess spotlights.
Master Bedroom3.73m(12'3'') max x 1.73m(5'8'') min
x 5.42m(17'9) max x 3.83m(12'7) min. A quality fitted wardrobe to one wall with fitted chest of drawers, UPVC double glazed French doors with windows to either side at the rear, radiator, recess ceiling spotlights, further radiator, t.v. point, telephone point, doors to the en suite shower room/w.c.
.En Suite Shower Room/W.C.Contemporary style white suite of low flush w.c., pedestal wash basin and enclosed shower cubicle with power shower. Part ceramic tiled walls and floor, towel radiator, UPVC double glazed frosted window to the side, recess ceiling spotlights, coving to the ceiling, extractor.
Bedroom Two4.14m(13'7'') x 3.61m(11'10'')
Radiator, UPVC double glazed window to the front, telephone point, coving to the ceiling, fitted chest of drawers and fitted wardrobes to one wall.
Bedroom Three3.25m(10'8'') max x 3.03m(9'11'')
Fitted wardrobes to two walls with walk in double bed space, chest of drawers, dressing table area with drawers. Radiator, UPVC double glazed window to the front, coving to the ceiling.
Bedroom Four3.01m(9'11'') x 3.57m(11'9'') max
x 2.56m(8'5) min. UPVC double glazed window to the rear, radiator, coving to the ceiling, t.v. point.
Bathroom/W.C.2.70m(8'10'') x 2.60m(8'6'')
A modern fitted bathroom suite with low flush w.c., wash basin over vanity unit, wood panelled bath and separate shower cubicle with power shower. Fully tiled walls and floor, towel radiator, UPVC double glazed frosted window to the rear, recess ceiling spotlights, integral audio system and door to linen cupboard with fitted shelves.
OutsideThe front has a well presented landscaped lawned garden area stocked with plants, trees and shrubs incorporating flagged patio area. Electronic gate with intercom giving access to the driveway providing off street parking leading to the garage with electronically operated up and over door. The side of the property has a feature pond incorporating water feature and timber decked patio area. The rear of the property has a further private enclosed lawned garden being well stocked with plants, trees and shrubs. Further patio area suitable for entertaining purposes and timber built shed.
....Please NotePlanning permission has been granted for a first floor extension above the detached garage. Copies are held on our file at the Wakefield office for potential purchasers to view.
Virtual TourPlease note there is a 360 degree virtual tour of the property available on our Web Site at www.richardkendall.co.uk.
ViewingsTo view please contact any office of RICHARD KENDALL Estate Agent, and they will be pleased to arrange a suitable appointment.
Wakefield (01924) 291294 Horbury (01924) 260022 Ossett (01924) 266555 Normanton (01924) 899870.
.These particulars do not constitute, any part of, and offer 1) All statements in these particulars as to this property are made without responsibility on the part of Richard Kendall or the vendor. 2) None of these statements contained in these particulars as to this property are to be relied on as statements or representations of the fact.
3) Any intending purchaser must satisfy himself by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of these statements contained in these particulars.
Listed by
Wakefield
Richard Kendall
Reference: 32566364
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
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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 #9473046
Property Details
Street: 8 Water Lane
Town: Middlestown
Postcode: WF4 4PX
Installation Details
Items: 10 windows and 1 door
Certificate Issued: 08/04/2013
Work Completed: 07/03/2013
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
54% since 2003
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 05/04/2012 (14 years ago) | £386,000 | +11.9% |
| Sold | 30/01/2009 (17 years ago) | £345,000 | +38% |
| Sold | 28/03/2003 (23 years ago) | £250,000 | — |
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 18 WATER LANE, MIDDLESTOWN, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF4 4PX | £350,000 | 25/04/2025 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 40 WATER LANE, MIDDLESTOWN, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF4 4PX | £200,000 | 06/12/2024 | Semi-detached |
| 41 SANDY LANE, MIDDLESTOWN, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF4 4PN | £270,000 | 31/08/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 52 WATER LANE, MIDDLESTOWN, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF4 4PX | £227,500 | 19/05/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 14 LAPWING VIEW, HORBURY, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF4 5NZ | £430,000 | 28/10/2022 | Detached |
| 9 COXLEY DELL, HORBURY, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF4 5LF | £600,000 | 12/05/2022 | Detached |
| 19 LAPWING VIEW, HORBURY, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF4 5NZ | £180,000 | 27/09/2021 | Detached |
| 11 BITTERN CROFT, HORBURY, WAKEFIELD, WEST YORKSHIRE, WF4 5PD | £105,000 | 03/09/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £259,167 (3 sales)
Area average: £317,000 (5 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): Wakefield. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Wakefield. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Wakefield.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Wakefield: £883/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | New Road Sandy Lane | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Bittern Croft | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Go Local | 0.4 miles |
| Shop | Habco Building Supplies | 0.6 miles |
| Train station | Pugneys Lakeside | 2.8 miles |
| Train station | Pugneys Central | 2.9 miles |
| University | College of the Resurrection | 5.8 miles |
| University | University of Huddersfield | 7.3 miles |
| Hospital | Holgate Hospital | 8.8 miles |
| Hospital | Kendray Hospital | 9.1 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 13 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 6 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 5 |
| Vehicle crime | 3 |
| Burglary | 1 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Shoplifting | 1 |
| Total incidents | 33 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horbury Bridge Church of England Junior and Infant Academy | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 6 Sep 2013 |
| Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 7 Feb 2017 |
| Middlestown Primary Academy | Primary | 0.8 miles | Good — 27 Apr 2015 |
| Horbury St Peter's and Clifton CofE (VC) Primary School | Primary | 1.0 miles | Good — 27 Feb 2012 |
| St Ignatius Catholic Primary School | Primary | 1.0 miles | Good — 15 Jul 2015 |
Rental Comparables
Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 4-bedroom count for this property.
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).