Sandstone Close, Rainhill, L35
- Land size
- 0.65 acres
Key Features
- An incredible development opportunity to purchase a parcel of land in Rainhill with outline planning permission for the creation of four executive detached homes
- Located on Sandstone Close in Rainhill of Mill Lane. A very popular residential area close to ameneties and local schooling
- A mixture of house types with the larger detached homes being 277 sqm and the smaller units being 187 sqm, all benefiting from garaging and generous plots
- Full details of the approved scheme can be found on the St Helens planning portal by searching under the reference P/2022/0867OUP
- Please request our estimated GDV from our dedicated new homes sales team who have already reviewed and priced the scheme, full resale packages for the dwellings also available
- Being sold on an unconditional basis, the site around 0.65 acre and is freehold
- Designed by incredibly well regarded MSA architects in Newton le Willows who specialise in creating dream homes
- Computer genertated visualisations provided to show the layout, appearance and aspect of the homes on the advert
- This is a unique opportunity to build an exclusive development of grand design style homes in a prime village location
Description
Presenting an exceptional development opportunity, this residential land parcel in Rainhill offers the promise of a lucrative venture. Situated on Sandstone Close off Mill Lane, this prime location is esteemed for its proximity to various amenities and local schools, making it an ideal setting for prospective homeowners.
Boasting outline planning permission for the construction of four executive detached homes, this land spans approximately 0.65 acres and presents a versatile canvas for a bespoke development. The proposed houses, tailored to cater to varying preferences, range in size from 187 sqm for the smaller units to an impressive 277 sqm for the larger residences. Each dwelling features garaging and is set within generous plots, ensuring ample space for comfortable living.
For a comprehensive view of the approved scheme, interested parties are encouraged to peruse the details available on the St Helens planning portal using the reference P/2022/0867OUP. Additionally, our dedicated new homes sales team is at your disposal to furnish you with the estimated Gross Development Value (GDV) and comprehensive resale packages for the homes in question, providing invaluable insights for your investment strategy.
Imbued with a touch of architectural brilliance, the design of these homes is the brainchild of the esteemed MSA architects based in Newton-le-Willows. Renowned for their expertise in crafting exquisite residences, MSA architects have lent their talent to fashioning dream homes of unparallelled quality and sophistication.
To offer a glimpse into the envisioned future of this project, computer-generated visualisations have been thoughtfully prepared to showcase the layout, appearance, and aspect of the proposed homes. This artistic representation underscores the grandeur and elegance that will define this exclusive development, promising a lifestyle of luxury and refinement to future residents.
In essence, this offering presents a rare and lucrative chance to undertake the construction of an exclusive enclave of grand design style homes in a coveted village locale. With the foundation set for an extraordinary development, seize this unique opportunity to embark on a project that embodies sophistication, quality, and visionary design.
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- G
- Date Posted
- 2026-01-29
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
10 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Oakdene Primary Academy133 metresOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 206
- Type
- Academy converter
- St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School751 metresNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 279
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- St Ann's Church of England Primary School817 metresOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 404
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Longton Lane Community Primary School1.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 284
- Type
- Community school
- Cronton Church of England Primary Academy1.2 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 233
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Rainhill High School616 metresOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,535
- Type
- Academy converter
- Saint Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic Academy1.1 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 730
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- The Sutton Academy1.8 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,441
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Ormiston Chadwick Academy2.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 884
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Wade Deacon High School2.5 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,658
- Type
- Academy converter
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
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Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
The detail behind these bandings
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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