Summary - 116 NORTHGATE LODGE PONTEFRACT WF8 1LZ
2 bed 1 bath Flat
- Top-floor two-bedroom flat with original Victorian features
- One allocated off-street parking space included
- Communal grounds and period sash windows, high ceilings
- Leasehold: 91 years remaining; consider mortgage implications
- Annual service charge £1,391.52; ground rent £25 per year
- Council tax band B (relatively low running costs)
- Local area: high crime rate and very deprived — impacts resale/tenancy
- Average broadband speeds; excellent mobile signal
Set on the top floor of a handsome Victorian block, this two-bedroom flat brings period character into an affordable package. High ceilings, arched sash windows and decorative coving give the living spaces a bright, airy feel while communal grounds and one allocated parking space add practical benefits.
The layout includes an entrance hall, living room, kitchen, two bedrooms and a shower room — well-suited to first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors seeking a straightforward, city-centre base. The property is leasehold with 91 years remaining; annual service charge is £1,391.52 and ground rent £25, so running costs should be factored into budgets. Council tax band B is relatively inexpensive.
Location is a key plus: Pontefract town centre amenities, shops and transport links are within easy reach, and a number of well-regarded primary and secondary schools are nearby. Broadband speeds are average and mobile signal is excellent for working from home or streaming.
Be aware of material negatives: the wider area records high crime and very high deprivation indices — this affects resale and lettability for some buyers. The lease length (91 years) is adequate now but may concern some mortgage lenders or future buyers. The property is offered as seen with communal maintenance managed via the service charge.
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