Church Walk

THE PROPERTY

101 Church Walk presents a straightforward, low-maintenance buy-to-let opportunity in the heart of Northwich. This well-proportioned three-bedroom terraced house is sold with tenants in situ, meaning rental income begins from the moment of completion, no void period, no search for occupants, no delay.

The property is freehold with no ground rent or service charge obligations, keeping your cost base clean and your returns predictable. With an EPC rating of D and scope for modest improvements, there is also a clear path to enhancing both the energy performance and rental value of the asset over time.

FINANCIAL DETAILS

With a gross yield of 6.4%, this property comfortably outperforms the national residential buy-to-let average of 4–6%, while coming in at a price point accessible to both new and experienced investors. The tenancy has been in place since September 2022, providing over three years of established, uninterrupted rental income, a strong indicator of tenant stability and low void risk going forward.

WHY NORTHWICH?

Northwich is fast establishing itself as one of the North West’s most compelling buy-to-let destinations, and for good reason. The town’s growing appeal is driving consistent rental demand, with landlords experiencing shorter void periods, higher tenant retention, and multiple applications per listing.

Local data shows that 92% of rental listings in Northwich were let within three weeks in 2025, with average void periods of just 7 days, significantly outperforming the UK average of 19–21 days.

Northwich also benefits from excellent connectivity. The area provides residents with strong transport links via train, bus, and motorway networks, making it extremely popular with commuters and with rents rising in central Manchester, there has been a notable uptick in demand from tenants seeking more affordable options that remain within a commutable distance of the city.

Three-bedroom properties in particular are popular with families, tend to attract longer tenancies, and deliver more stable income exactly the profile this property fits.

KEY INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

• Asking Price: £160,000
• Gross Yield: 6.4% – above the national BTL average
• Annual Rental Income: £10,200 (£850 pcm)
• Tenants in situ since September 2022 – 3+ years of stable occupancy
• Freehold – no ground rent, no service charge
• EPC Rating D – scope to improve and drive rental uplift
• Immediate income – no void period on completion
• Low entry price – accessible for first-time and portfolio investors alike

WHY INVEST NOW?

Northwich sits in a sweet spot: low enough entry prices to generate strong yields, strong enough rental demand to keep voids minimal, and solid enough infrastructure to underpin long-term capital growth. The town offers convenient local amenities, reputable schools, and great transport links into both Manchester and Liverpool, making it attractive to a wide pool of tenants across different life stages.

For investors looking to deploy capital efficiently with minimal setup cost, an established tenancy, and a yield that beats the market average, 10 Church Walk is a property that ticks every box.