# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (ST16 1SY) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | Barlaston Close, Stafford, ST16 1SY | | Price | £270,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | C | ## Description Tucked away in a quiet, sought-after location, this impressive three-bedroom detached residence offers a fantastic opportunity for families or professionals seeking a tranquil retreat without sacrificing convenience. Key Highlights: Expansive Living Space: The heart of the home is the generously sized living room, which has been thoughtfully extended to the rear. This bright and airy space features double doors that open directly onto the garden—perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining. Private Aspect: One of the standout features of this property is the rear garden, which is not overlooked, providing a rare sense of seclusion and a peaceful backdrop for relaxation. Ample Storage & Parking: The property boasts a large garage, offering excellent potential for a workshop, home gym, or secure vehicle storage, alongside additional off-road parking. Well-Proportioned Bedrooms: Three comfortable bedrooms provide flexible living options for a growing family or those needing a dedicated home office. Location Situated in a peaceful pocket of the neighborhood, you’ll enjoy minimal through-traffic while remaining within easy reach of local amenities, schools, and transport links. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173582306/113885) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173582306/113886) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173582306/113887) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173582306/113888) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173582306/113889) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173582306/113890) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173582306/113891) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173582306/113892) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173582306/113893) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173582306/113894) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173582306/113895) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173582306/113896) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173582306/113897) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173582306/113898) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173582306/113899) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/173582306/113900) - Floorplan 1 - ![Floorplan 2](/listings/photos/173582306/113901) - Floorplan 2 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/173582306/126642) - EPC 1 ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 31 FAIROAK AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1LU | £225,000 | 19/12/2025 | Detached | | 21 ANDRUS WAY, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1WP | £367,500 | 17/12/2025 | Detached | | 5 ELMHURST CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1LX | £212,000 | 08/12/2025 | Detached | | 35 PATERSON DRIVE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1WH | £290,000 | 28/11/2025 | Detached | | 19 MARSWORTH WAY, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1UB | £365,000 | 31/10/2025 | Detached | | 3 ELFORD CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1LS | £235,000 | 31/07/2025 | Detached | | 3 LAWNSFIELD WALK, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1TS | £267,500 | 20/10/2023 | Detached | | 16 BEVERLEY DRIVE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1RR | £325,000 | 21/08/2023 | Detached | | 1 SPRINGVALE RISE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1TE | £250,000 | 20/06/2023 | Detached | | 4 PATERSON DRIVE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1WH | £292,000 | 22/05/2023 | Detached | | 38 WINNOW AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1GE | £260,000 | 15/12/2022 | Detached | | 13 AMBLEFIELD WAY, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1SU | £150,000 | 10/11/2022 | Detached | | 22 FAIROAK AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1LU | £200,000 | 27/10/2022 | Detached | | 5 ANDRUS WAY, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1WP | £375,000 | 27/10/2022 | Detached | | 11 ANDRUS WAY, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1WP | £360,000 | 23/09/2022 | Detached | | 1 LINKSFIELD GROVE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1TG | £225,000 | 11/08/2022 | Detached | | 13 BURBANK BURROW, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1WJ | £273,000 | 01/07/2022 | Detached | | 10 COPPICE WAY, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1RN | £290,000 | 31/03/2022 | Detached | | 15 ANDRUS WAY, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1WP | £315,000 | 22/12/2021 | Detached | | 15 WINNOW AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1GE | £328,000 | 22/12/2021 | Detached | | [Same street] 7 BARLASTON CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 1SY | £210,000 | 10/12/2021 | Semi-detached | **Street average:** £210,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £280,250 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £327,148 (27 Detached, ST16, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -17.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Stafford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £802/mo - **Realistic:** £891/mo - **Optimistic:** £980/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Mid Staffs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £738/mo ## Rental Comparables *Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.* | Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Meadowbank Walk, ST16 | £1,150/mo | 3 | 0.06 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Redhill, ST16 | £1,195/mo | 3 | 0.24 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Detached House, Rambleford Way, ST16 | £1,100/mo | 3 | 0.27 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Detached House, Rambleford Way, ST16 | £1,100/mo | 3 | 0.27 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Jefferson Walk, ST16 | £1,100/mo | 3 | 0.29 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Taplin Close, ST16 | £1,100/mo | 3 | 0.38 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,124/mo (6 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.41% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £137,500 - **Target investor price (1%):** £110,000 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,100/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 4.9% - **Cost-to-rent:** 20.5× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-98/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -1.5% *Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − mortgage − 10% maintenance − £25/mo compliance; assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term. ROI = annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 14.6% - **10y growth:** 33.7% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Stafford; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 5.3% - **5y growth (index):** 27% - **10y growth (index):** 49.5% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)