Our Data Sources
278, Birchfield Road, Widnes has 21 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in March 2023 and a single entry in the EPC database dated September 2022.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 2 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 278, Birchfield Road, Widnes would be worth £652,506, with a potential rental value of £2,423 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £577,934, with a rental value of £2,146 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
278, Birchfield Road, Widnes occupies a 567 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 13 other houses in this postcode, 12 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 7th largest.
Energy Efficiency
278, Birchfield Road, Widnes has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 12 Sep 2022.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
278, Birchfield Road, Widnes last changed hands on 31st March 2023, selling for £560,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold twice since 1995.
The market for similar properties has dropped by 24.6% since March 2023.
- Sold Mar 2023£560,000
- Sold Jan 1997£125,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 42 sales of comparable properties within 610 metres of 278, Birchfield Road, Widnes since 2012.
Most recently, 6, Birket Drive, Widnes, WA8 5BL, a freehold house, sold at £526,500 on the 27th March 2025.
Read more about house prices in WA8.
- Sold Mar 2025£526,500 | 4 Bed House6, Birket Drive, Widnes, WA8 5BL6, Birket Drive, Widnes, WA8 5BL
- Sold Mar 2025£590,000 | 4 Bed House7, Tame Court, Widnes, WA8 5BY7, Tame Court, Widnes, WA8 5BY
- Sold Oct 2024£665,000 | 4 Bed House16, Monica Drive, Widnes, WA8 9JP16, Monica Drive, Widnes, WA8 9JP
- Sold Apr 2023£625,000 | 4 Bed House9, Hornsmill Avenue, Widnes, WA8 5DY9, Hornsmill Avenue, Widnes, WA8 5DY
- Sold Apr 2023£542,000 | 5 Bed House3, Fox Bank Close, Widnes, WA8 9DP3, Fox Bank Close, Widnes, WA8 9DP
Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £587,596, ranging from £310,193 to £972,343.
- 282 Birchfield Road
5 Bed House | 40 m | Est. Value: £681,992
- 274 Birchfield Road
5 Bed House | 40 m | Est. Value: £769,464
- 13 Marlborough Crescent
5 Bed House | 43 m | Est. Value: £972,343
- 197 Birchfield Road
5 Bed House | 45 m | Est. Value: £734,387
- 199 Birchfield Road
5 Bed House | 46 m | Est. Value: £574,656
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 278, Birchfield Road, Widnes as the 65th largest and the 14th most expensive of the 216 addresses on Birchfield Road, Widnes, WA8.
Against the WA8 postcode district average, it is £404k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School500 m away
- Lunts Heath Primary School500 m away
- Holy Family Catholic Primary School & Nursery1.5 km away
- Wade Deacon High School1.3 km away
- Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School1.5 km away
- Ormiston Chadwick Academy2.3 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Widnes|1.0 km away
- Hough Green|3.0 km away
- Rainhill|3.9 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
