The market
The Ashton-in-Makerfield property market
Over the last 12 months, 190 homes sold across Ashton-in-Makerfield, at a median sold price of £195,000. That’s up 5.4% on the year before. Semi-detached homes make up the largest share of recent sales.
£195,000
Median sold price
last 12 months
£210,854
Average sold price
last 12 months
190
Homes sold
last 12 months
+5.4%
Year on year
median price
| What sells in Ashton-in-Makerfield |
Sales |
Median price |
| Semi-detached |
106 |
£198,000 |
| Terraced |
44 |
£140,000 |
| Detached |
31 |
£320,000 |
| Flat / Maisonette |
5 |
£88,000 |
| Other |
4 |
£210,000 |
Based on HM Land Registry sold-price records for WN4. Updated monthly.
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What would you pay in Ashton-in-Makerfield?
Adjust the sale price and fee to see what you'd actually hand over (and keep) on a Ashton-in-Makerfield sale.
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Finding the Right Estate Agent in Ashton-in-Makerfield
Choosing the right estate agent in Ashton-in-Makerfield can make a real difference to how quickly
your home sells and the price you achieve. Ashton-in-Makerfield has a range of local and national
agents, but their fees, sale times and results vary widely across
the area.
AgentSeeker compares estate agents in Ashton-in-Makerfield on what can be observed rather than
what they say about themselves: their Google reputation, the fee, how much they are
currently selling in your postcode district, and how they rank against their neighbours.
Want the cost side specifically? See a full breakdown of
estate agent fees in Ashton-in-Makerfield,
from 1.9% in 2026, with worked examples and how local fees compare to the UK average.
Looking for ranked picks? Our
best estate agents in Ashton-in-Makerfield for 2026
guide ranks local agents on the same AgentSeeker Score: reputation, fee,
listing activity and local standing.
Ashton-in-Makerfield Estate Agents: Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage do most estate agents charge in Ashton-in-Makerfield?
Most estate agents in Ashton-in-Makerfield charge between 1.9% to 2.3% of the final sale price, with the typical Ashton-in-Makerfield agent landing around 2.1%. On AgentSeeker, that percentage is the total fee you pay, agents don't add VAT on top at contract stage, which is unusual in the industry and is our core transparency promise. These bands draw on Land Registry sold-price data and industry research from HomeOwners Alliance, Which? and Compare My Move. see verified Ashton-in-Makerfield fees.
How can I reduce estate agent fees in Ashton-in-Makerfield?
The three most effective ways to reduce estate agent fees in Ashton-in-Makerfield: first, ask for a committed fee up front rather than accepting the headline rate; second, compare multiple Ashton-in-Makerfield agents, since local competition usually shifts the number by 0.2–0.4%; third, consider a sole-agency contract for a lower rate in exchange for exclusivity. AgentSeeker publishes each Ashton-in-Makerfield agent's committed fee before you contact them. compare Ashton-in-Makerfield fees.
Can you haggle with estate agents in Ashton-in-Makerfield?
Yes, estate agent fees in Ashton-in-Makerfield are negotiable, and many sellers save 0.2–0.4% by haggling. Current Ashton-in-Makerfield rates sit between 1.9% to 2.3% as an all-in total. AgentSeeker shows each Ashton-in-Makerfield agent's committed total fee before you make contact, with no VAT added later, effectively a pre-negotiated rate the agent has locked in for your lead. compare Ashton-in-Makerfield agent fees.
What are common estate agent red flags in Ashton-in-Makerfield?
Common red flags when picking an estate agent in Ashton-in-Makerfield: inflated valuations designed to win your listing, vague or shifting fee quotes, contracts with tie-in periods longer than 12 weeks, and a lack of achieved-vs-asking data. AgentSeeker filters Ashton-in-Makerfield agents by verified performance data and committed fee, so you can see which agents clear a transparent bar. See vetted Ashton-in-Makerfield agents. vetted Ashton-in-Makerfield agents.
