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    Heswall

    Not far from the River Dee and with several local beauty spots on the doorstep, Heswall has a surprising array of dining options to add to the outstanding schools and excellent local amenities. The area is popular across age groups and offers plenty for everyone – making it an attractive location for landlords.
    Type of Property Rental Figure Average
    Flat

    From £895 – £950

    £922.50

    House

    From £950 – £1250

    £1100

    Flat

    Sales – Purchase Price From £175,000 – £300,000

    £237,500

    House

    Sales – Purchase Price From £250,000 – £575,000

    £412,500

    Yield Calculation

    Flat

    Average Rent (£11070 p/year)

    Average Purchase Price (£237,500)

    = 4.661%

    House

    Average Rent (£13200 p/year)

    Average Purchase Price (£412,500)

    = 3.2%

    Why Invest In Heswall?

    While yields in the area are at the lower end of what’s possible for landlords looking to invest in the Wirral, the area is of such high quality that rising property prices should also be factored in when considering the money to be made in the area. Not only that, however, the wonderful location and exceptional nearby beauty spots combined with the lifestyle and schools on offer mean that a good property is seldom empty for long. You can find out more about Heswall from our comprehensive location guide.

    The Local Area

    Schools

    Medical

    Dining

    Transport

    History

    Attractions

    Entertainment

    Beauty

    Retail

    Supermarkets

    Schools

    There are ‘outstanding’ Ofsted-rated schools at all levels within five miles of Heswall – including Irby and Thornton Primary Schools, Higher Bebington Junior School and St John Plessington Catholic College, offering tremendous quality options within the range of an easy school run, but there are routes including both good and outstanding schools all within a mile and a half. 

    With fantastic options from early years all the way through to sixth form, residents of Heswall can be confident that their children will have a great learning experience, excellent education and the best start in life. You can find a full list of the fantastic schools available to Heswall residents here.

    Doctors

    With half a dozen doctors’ surgeries and a choice of dental practices, Heswall is well provided for in terms of minor ailments and ongoing medical treatment.

    While injuries, accidents and other misfortunes are far from our minds as we look for a community to call our own, it is always reassuring to know that where we live is well connected and Heswall certainly is – being within short journeys of both Arrowe Park and Clatterbridge hospitals.

    Heswall’s medical facilities all fall under the NHS Wirral Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG), whose stated mission is to: ‘commission high-quality services which enable the people of Wirral to improve their own health and wellbeing.’ You can find out more about the NHS Wirral Clinical Commissioning Group here.

    Dining

    Heswall has a phenomenal choice of dining options available within the town itself – enough to keep even the pickiest of gourmands content – from traditional pub food to fresh seafood, and from the nation’s favourites: Indian and Chinese to Ethiopian and Pad Thai, there is a gastronomic world tour on offer without having to leave the town.

    Not only that, it’s home to the Burnt Truffle which was recently awarded with the prestigious “AA Rosette Award”. Between that and over 35 eateries in the local area with between four and five stars on Tripadvisor you really are spoilt for choice.

    However, if you want to branch out a little, Heswall is also within a half-hour drive of both Liverpool and Chester – cities with a fantastic choice of fine dining options – if you were to fancy a change.

    Railway transport

    Heswall is connected to Wrexham and Bidston on the Borderlands Line with two services per hour (fewer in the evenings, weekends and bank holidays) operated by Transport for Wales. There are interchanges available at Bidston for the Wirral Line and Liverpool, Shotton for North Wales, Chester and Crewe and Wrexham General for Shrewsbury and Chester.

    If riding the rails is not to your liking, then you’ll be relieved to know that Heswall is within a few miles of the M53 which puts Manchester just over an hour away, while Liverpool is 20 minutes by car and Chester around the same distance. The town is therefore ideally situated for commutes to large cities, and the rest of the Wirral is also easily accessible.

    Middle-Ages

    Heswall has been an area of human habitation for around a thousand years, and was recorded in the Anglo-Saxon ‘Great Survey’ – otherwise known as The Domesday Book – in 1086 as Eswelle and its present-day dame is probably an amalgamation of this earlier name and that of the 13th Century Sheriff of Chester Patrick de Haselwall who became its owner in 1277 – this can be seen in two 19th Century spellings of the town name: Hestlewelle or Hesselwelle.

    Heswall Station, the town’s former railway station, was located on Station Road in the Lower Village and was part of a track that ran between West Kirby and Hooton. Opened in 1886, the station operated until 1956 and, eventually, the line that had served the station became a footpath known now as the Wirral Way.

    Mock tudor houses

    For golfers, there will only be one attraction that will matter – the 6837-yard, 120-year-old, 18-hole course designed originally by Jack Morris the nephew of St. Andrews architect Tom Morris. The club, whose resident professional is Tom Atkinson, coaches the Cheshire Junior County Team and is able to offer visitor tees.

    If golf is not your thing, however, then you won’t need to go too far. The mock Tudor model village of Port Sunlight and The Lady Lever Art Gallery is only a few miles away, as well as the Roman city of Chester, the fantastic variety of nature walks on the Wirral – including Eastham Country Park, a beautiful walk featuring a 500-year-old oak and beside the Mersey (it is also dotted with information boards offering a little of the site’s extensive history).

    Cinema

    For those residents that like to party, the nightlife of Heswall won’t offer the excitement of the nearby cities of Liverpool and Manchester, but it’s likely that nightclubs are not the reason people move to the town. However, the nightlife, concerts and more that are on offer in those cities are still under an hour away and should be enough to satisfy the most social of butterflies.

    If your tastes are a little more sedate, however, you can catch a film at the Odeon Luxe, a state-of-the-art cinema in nearby Bromborough, treat yourself to a spa day at the four-star Leverhulme Hotel & Spa in nearby Bebington, or look to the ample cultural options in Chester and Liverpool – both less than a half hour drive away.

    Beauty

    With 20+ salons available in the town alone – most of which are rated above four-star on Google Reviews – there should be no way you can fail to grab a last-minute appointment to ensure you’re looking your best for anything from an interview to a night out.

    While nearby Birkenhead ranks in the top 10 for density of salons per square kilometre, Heswall has enough hairdressers, stylists, nail salons, tanning parlours and more to ensure you’ll find a regular salon for all your health and beauty therapy requirements.

    It may not be a primary concern, but when looking for a community, it’s always good to know that there’ll be plenty of options for you to find ones that match your tastes and needs.

    Retail

    In addition to its ease of access to the shopping on offer in Chester, Liverpool and Manchester, where even a shopaholic should find satisfaction, Heswall is located within five to ten miles of at least four retail parks, ensuring you can enjoy a slightly more leisurely dose of retail therapy closer to home.

    Bromborough has The Croft Retail and Leisure Park, Birkenhead has both the Rock Retail Park and Pyramid Centre, there are also the JunctionONE and Marine Point Retail and Leisure Parks only a short drive away and the Coliseum Shopping Park in Ellesmere Port. 

    Supermarkets

    As with most towns and cities in the UK, Heswall is within a short drive of a number of supermarket chains with larger Tesco and Aldi nearby. However, for the more discerning shopper, there is also Vineyard Farm in Bromborough and Claremont Farm in Bebington – both of which offer sustainable, locally sourced fresh produce including vegetables, meats, cheeses and handmade sweet and savoury baked goods.

    However, though the village has an abundance of nearby supermarkets, there are also a pair of fantastic independently owned butchers, as well as independent greengrocers and more – allowing residents the option of buying their favourite brands or something a little artisanal as a treat.

    Did you know?

    • While its connection with music is fairly well known – with famous former residents including influential DJ, the late John Peel, The Cult lead singer Ian Astbury, and OMD’s Andy McCluskey, but what you may not know is that Heswall has an Operatic Society that has existed for more than 100 years. Putting on regular revues and musicals in nearby theatres, they celebrated 100 years in 2013.
    • Another local centenarian group is the Heswall Lawn Tennis Club on Quarry Road East which competes in the Cheshire Lawn Tennis Association Inter Club League.
    • The town has also made cameo appearances in Coldplay’s Life in Technicolour II music video and, for those that live for the Christmas period, the 2014 John Lewis Christmas ad – best known for ‘Monty the Penguin’.
    • Theatre

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is Heswall a good place to invest in property?

    While Heswall may not offer the most convenient public transport access to Birkenhead and Liverpool, it remains highly sought-after and upscale within the Wirral region. The area predominantly features period properties, although there’s also a notable selection of modern homes, including bungalows, particularly along the roads leading to Lower Heswall. Moreover, ongoing in-fill developments, often catering to larger executive-style homes, contribute to the evolving property landscape.

    Lower Heswall, renowned for its picturesque views overlooking the Dee estuary, hosts some of the most coveted properties in the area. Consequently, while the potential for high yields may be somewhat limited for investors, rental demand remains consistently strong.

    How much do properties in Heswall tend to cost?

    The cost of properties in Heswall varies widely depending on factors such as property type, size, condition, and location. You can see in the rental income table at the top of the page how much properties cost in Heswall.

    How Much Can I Rent My Heswall Property For?

    You can get an idea of how much rent you can expect to generate from your rental property in the rental table above. For a more accurate calculation get in touch.

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