Claves says ..
Nestled within the scenic and peaceful leafy-green setting of Bury Fold, Darwen, at the foot of open countryside, this three-bedroom semi-detached cottage is a dream for those in search of a rural lifestyle without being too far removed from the conveniences of amenities and transport links. The ...
Property Oracle says ..
Ashton Cottage is a 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom semi-detached property situated in Bury Fold, Darwen, Lancashire. The property benefits from a charming traditional style, evident in its exposed beams and stonework, combined with a recently updated kitchen. The cottage has a small garden and is located within a short distance of several highly-rated primary schools, including Ashleigh Primary School and Aurora Woodlands School, both rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. Darwen train station is also conveniently located approximately 1.70km away.
The property’s traditional character is a key selling point, offering a unique aesthetic appeal. The updated kitchen is modern and well-equipped. However, the relatively small plot size may be a limiting factor for some buyers. The list price of £325,000 is higher than the average price for the area (£221,601), but the property’s unique character and desirable location could justify this premium. Further analysis comparing the property’s size and features to similar properties in the area would be needed to definitively assess the price’s reasonableness.
Therefore, we give this property 6 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 8
- Location
- 8
- Land
- 3
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 1,153.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 230,638.00 £Increased by 12.55 %
- Est sale value
- 246,742.00 £Increased by 33.75 %
- Average area rental value
- 788.00 £/moIncreased by 4.79 %
- Est letting value
- 0.00 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 4.10 %Decreased by 6.82 %
- Crime Rate
- 1.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashleigh Primary School | Foundation School | Good | 0.36 KM |
| Aurora Woodlands School | Other Independent Special School | Good | 0.40 KM |
| St Joseph'S Roman Catholic Primary School, Darwen | Voluntary Aided School | Good | 0.78 KM |
| Darwen Aldridge Community Academy | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 1.31 KM |
| Holy Trinity Vc School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 1.38 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holly Tree Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Junction Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Whitehall Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| St Barnabas Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Fountain Street | £ 100,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darwen | 2576 | DWN | 1.70 KM |
| Entwistle | 2747 | ENT | 6.48 KM |
| Mill Hill (Lancs) | 2750 | MLH | 7.03 KM |
| Blackburn | 2737 | BBN | 7.22 KM |
| Cherry Tree | 2573 | CYT | 7.99 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Cottage, Bury Fold, Darwen | £ 325,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Printshop Lane, Darwen, BB3 | £ 200,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.15 KM |
| Printshop Lane, Darwen, BB3 | £ 450,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.17 KM |
| Printshop Lane, Whitehall, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 2QF | £ 200,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.25 KM |
| Ashleigh Street, Darwen, BB3 | £ 280,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.35 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bury Fold | £ 185,000 | 0.03 KM |
| 6 Bury Fold | £ 125,000 | 0.03 KM |
| 24 Printshop Lane | £ 10,000 | 0.19 KM |
| The Bungalow | £ 358,000 | 0.34 KM |
| 29 Higher Bold Venture | £ 110,000 | 0.34 KM |