Halifax
Prescott Court is the latest exclusive development to become available, conveniently located in the centre of Halifax town. Ideal for investors or first time buyers alike. The development consists of studios, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments. Taking advantage of the fantastic location tenants will greatly benefit from the easy access to the shopping facilities, amenities, bars, cafes and the animated nightlife found in Halifax. Over the next few pages you can read why we feel you should consider this amazing investment opportunity and why Halifax is a town worth adding to your portfolio.
Why Halifax? Recorded as Halyfax in 1091, Halifax is a town situated approximately 20km West of Leeds in West Yorkshire, sitting between the Peak District National Park & the Yorkshire Dales, making it a great base for fans of all things outdoors. Also due to its convenient and strategic location to Manchester (36km), Leeds (22km), Bradford (10km) & Sheffield it’s a town that appeals to city-lovers and commuters, as well. Halifax is known for many things, but most notably, wool manufacturing, carpets, toffees & sweets. The town has a long history of confectionery, notably to Mackintosh who introduced toffees and created Quality Street, eventually purchased by Nestle. As Calderdale remarks:
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“Within 1 hour’s travel of the borough are a quarter of a million busi-
nesses, over 8 million people and a workforce of more than 3 million, with the combined Leeds and Manchester city region economies worth around £150bn on our doorstep.”
Being situated in between the Yorkshire Dales and the Peak District attracts outdoor enthusiasts from far and wide, if you’re into walking, the People’s Park and Ogden Water Country Park & Nature Reserve are great local places to get some fresh air.
When it comes to culture and the arts, there’s a large cinema where you can enjoy all the latest releases, and a selection of great theatres to visit such as the Victoria and the Viaduct. The music scene is big in Halifax too and, if you’re a music lover, you’ll find there’s no shortage of vinyl shops or local gigs to attend. Interestingly, Ed Sheeran was born in Halifax.
In Halifax, demand for property is being affected by a number of factors. Principally, they include: · · · ·
Population growth Demographic changes Rising employment A likely resurgence in tourism
According to the most recent data from Plumplot, the total population of Halifax postcode area was 165,000 in 2020, a figure which had increased by +10.2% (15,300 residents) since 2002. the Leader of the Council, Cllr Tom Swift said: “We want to see Calderdale grow and thrive over the next 15 years, with
enough pupils to keep our schools open, enough customers for our town centre shops and enough employees to work in our local businesses without having to travel in from elsewhere. The Local Plan… is designed to address these issues.”
In short, whether Halifax’s population grows in line with national trends or with its own lofty economic ambitions, it seems certain that resident numbers and demand for residential property will rise noticeably in the coming years.
The Covid pandemic presented Halifax with the same challenges that towns and cities faced across the world. That included business closures and job losses but it’s testament to the region’s economic resilience that job numbers have already surpassed their pre-pandemic records. In January 2022, local paper, the Halifax Courier reported that: “The number of people employed in West Yorkshire has risen to more than one million for the first time since before the start of the pandemic… Employment in the region is now three per cent above the pre-pandemic level seen in February 2020.”
Travelling The train station and bus station are both less than a mile from Prescott Court, with good transport links to Bradford, Manchester and Leeds. There are also fantastic motorway links with the M62 close by, making Prescott Court the ideal location for professionals. Halifax - Leeds 35mins (car) Halifax - Leeds 35mins (train) Halifax - Manchester 54 mins (car) Halifax - Manchester 48 mins (train)
Prices from £70,000
Prescott Court is conveniently located in Halifax Town centre and is an exclusive development consisting of studios, 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom apartments. Given its prime central location and next to the Lloyds Banking Group Halifax Headquarters, Prescott Court is perfectly suited to take advantage of the growing short term / corporate let market for investors. Investment Highlights: Conversion of an Ex NHS-building Completed in February of this year Short term lets allowed in the lease Predicted nightly rates: • £80 for a studio • £110 for a 1 bed • £120 for a 2 bed • £133 for a 3 bed Expected Occupancy of 75% 1 mile from the Calderdale Royal Hospital 10-minute walk to the National Children’s Museum (Eureka) 7-minute walk to the train station 10 Year build warranty with ICW Communal bike storage
250 year lease
Specification KITCHENS Contemporary styled white gloss kitchens with handleless design and soft close doors Contemporary Light Oak worktops with modern square edge Integrated fridge/freezer Integrated electric oven Integrated extractor fan Integrated ceramic hob Integrated washing machine Pyramis stainless steel sink with Neptune monoblock chrome mixer tapators
LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL & HEATING Downlighters to open living area, bedrooms, bathrooms and hallways Electric radiators TV/Data point in living room INTERIOR FEATURES Accent & White painted walls, ceilings and skirting Cushioned wood effect flooring to kitchen and bathroom Carpeting to lounge, bedrooms & hallways
BATHROOMS Beautifully designed contemporary style bathrooms incorporating Lamone and Nabis fittings WC with soft close seat Alia basin unit with Circo mixer tap Fitted bath with wall mounted shower and bath screen to some plots Shower trays with glass and chrome surrounds to some plots Heated chrome towel rail
Floor Plans Lower Ground Floor
Apartment 13 (Studio)
Kitchen: 2.14m x 1.86m Living / Sleeping area: 4.84m x 4.83m
Apartment 14 (2 Bed)
Kitchen: 4.87m x 2.00m Living/Dining room: 4.89m x 5.16m Bedroom 1: 3.63 m x 3.18m Bedroom 2: 3.63m x 3.63m
*Please note all measurements are approximate and for guidance purposes only
Ground Floor Apartment 1 (1 Bed)
Kitchen/Lounge: 8.26m x 2.80m Bedroom 4.31m x 2.89m
Apartment 3 (1 Bed)
Kitchen/Lounge: 4.43m x 4.32m Bedroom: 3.10m x 4.40m Home Office: 2.49m x 3.08m
Apartment 2 (Studio)
Kitchen/Living/Sleeping area: 5.06m x 3.61m
Apartment 5 (1 Bed)
Kitchen/Lounge: 6.10m x 4.02m Bedroom: 3.62m x 3.64m
Apartment 4 (Studio)
Kitchen: 1.91m x 5.16m Living/Sleeping area: 3.96m x 5.16m *Please note all measurements are approximate and for guidance purposes only
First Floor Apartment 6 (3 Bed)
Kitchen/Lounge: 8.26m x 3.19m Bedroom 1: 4.45m x 5.21m Bedroom 2: 2.41m x 2.89m Bedroom 3: 2.88m x 3.14m
Apartment 8 (2 Bed)
Kitchen/Lounge: 5.88m x 4.62m Bedroom 1: 3.64m x 3.60m Bedroom 2: 3.64m x 3.36m
Apartment 7 (1 Bed)
Kitchen/Lounge: 3.99m x 3.59m Bedroom: 3.42m x 3.89m
Apartment 9 (1 Bed)
Kitchen/Lounge: 4.85m x 3.66m Bedroom 1: 4.83m x 3.19m
*Please note all measurements are approximate and for guidance purposes only
Second Floor Apartment 10 (2 Bed) Kitchen/Lounge: 4.65m x 3.93m Bedroom 1: 3.71m x 2.91m Bedroom 2: 2.73m x 1.79m
Apartment 11 (1 Bed) Kitchen/Lounge: 4.66m x 5.80m Bedroom: 3.62m x 2.50m
Apartment 12 (2 Bed) Kitchen/Lounge: 3.43m x 5.73m Bedroom 1: 2.38m x 4.36m Bedroom 2: 1.73m x 3.98m
*Please note all measurements are approximate and for guidance purposes only
The Developer
Urban Phoenix is all about rejuvenation. The company was created with one goal in mind – to breathe new life into old buildings and repurpose them into much needed homes. WIth a great track record in producing quality apartments, especially for the rental market, Urban Phoenix's mission is to help repurpose property and land for better uses to help address the massive housing shortage in the UK. We transform defunct buildings into affordable homes for those at the beginning or end of their property journey and those vulnerable and less fortunate people so that they can live independently, safely and securely.
The Developer continued
Previous Projects
Majestic Chambers Campbell Place, Stoke on Trent This stunning art deco building in the centre of a lively and bustling area dates back to c.1926 and after a long history of commercial use, stood empty for a number of years before we acquired it and renovated it into 26 one beds and studio apartments to meet the needs of young professionals and students in the area.
Hanover House Hassell Street,
Newcastle Under Lyme Previously two offices next door to each other, the building was transformed into a 14 en-suite room student pad, meeting the modern housing needs of Keele University students.
Phoenix House
Chadwick Street, Leigh, Greater Manchester Previously called The Old Dairy (due to it’s previous use!) Phoenix House is a conversion of the commercial building into a gated complex of 10 studio apartments, meeting the needs of the local professional market.
SHORT TERM & CORPORATE SHORT STAY LETS To discuss Short Term Lets, the management & potential returns please contact your investment consultant.
Maximise your income with Residential Estates...
From having spoken to many of our corporate clients and relocation agents, we have identified that there is a shortage of suitable short term property, to satisfy the demand for professionals in the Halifax area. The town of Halifax is often overlooked, not unlike its venerable but unglamorous football club, FC Halifax! But it is actually becoming the perfect spot for professionals looking for a base in West Yorkshire. With easy access to the M62 motorway, it is one of the best connected towns in the UK with Manchester, Lancashire, Liverpool, Leeds and Sheffield all within a one hour commute. Established for over 30 years, Residential Estates has continued to grow and become one of the UK’s leading serviced accommodation provider not only due to its reputation but also our professionalism, service and honesty. With years of experience in serviced accommodation, we will offer guide and support to ensure that you get the best out of your property/investment. Our specialist team of experts will provide you with a ‘hand in hand’ approach to assist you in every step of the way. We identify companies that require the use of hotel or serviced accommodation for their employees. We then personally contact such companies to arrange meetings to discuss the advantages of using serviced accommodation and promote our properties directly with them. These companies will include Halifax PLC, Nestle and the Calderdale Royal Hospital plus other large employers in the local area.
Please note that all elevations, plans, dimensions, layouts and materials are subject to review and therefore the developer reserves the right to alter them at any time. Any computer generated images (CGIs) and/or photos of the interior are for illustrative purposes only and may not accurately depict materials, gradients, landscaping, street furniture or any other aspect. Please ask the Sales Agent for more information about this. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this brochure and online is correct, it is designed specifically as a guide and all rights are reserved to amend as necessary and without notice. This does not constitute or form any part of a contract of sale.