Summary - KNOWSLEY FOLD CHORLEY NEW ROAD BOLTON BL1 5DQ
1 bed 1 bath Detached
Rare 1.5-acre development plot in prestigious Knowsley Grange with plans for up to 8,500 sq ft.
Approx. 1.5 acre plot — likely the largest in Knowsley Grange
Planning guidance for up to 800 sq m / 8,500 sq ft (ref 12409/21)
Existing detached single-bedroom house — demolition likely for redevelopment
Plans available to view; fresh planning approval may be required
Garage, large driveway and private garden included on site
Prime tucked-away position with very low crime and excellent mobile signal
Average broadband speeds — upgrade may be needed for high-spec smart home
Close to strong state and independent schools, motorway and rail links
A rare development plot in Knowsley Grange, offered freehold with guidance from a planning consultant that a bespoke dwelling up to 800 sq m / 8,500 sq ft could be created. The site occupies approximately 1.5 acres in a tucked-away, highly desirable pocket off Chorley New Road and benefits from a large driveway, garage and private garden. Plans are available to view and the location commands strong local values, with recent nearby land registration figures reflecting the area's premium status.
The existing property is a single-bedroom detached house of mid-century character set across multiple floors. The current building could be retained and refurbished, but the principal value lies in redevelopment potential: guidance suggests demolition and replacement with a substantial new residence. Prospective purchasers should note that the planning reference provided (12409/21) represents consultant guidance — a fresh application or confirmation from the local planning authority may be required before development proceeds.
Practical advantages include a very low local crime rate, excellent mobile signal and easy road and rail access (M61 Junction 5 and Lostock station within about 1.5 miles). The plot sits close to strong schooling options (state and independent) and leisure resources, while green spaces such as Rivington and Smithills are within easy reach. Broadband speeds are average; buyers intending a high-spec smart home should verify service options.
This opportunity suits developers or an individual buyer wanting to create a large, individually designed home to a high specification. The site’s size, location and planning guidance present clear potential for a high-value end product, but purchase should be approached with due diligence on planning, services and build costs.
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