4 ASHCROFT GROVE
NEWCASTLE, STAFFORDSHIRE ST5 8ES
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
83 m²
EPC rating
C
Year built
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Last sold
£213,000 Jun 2025
Price per m²
£2,590/m²
Local average
£198,942 (+8.1%)
Deprivation
Decile 7 (20,376 of 33,755)
Street crime
182 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- SEMI-DETACHED FAMILY HOME
- THREE BEDROOMS
- GENEROUS REAR GARDEN
- OFF ROAD PARKING FOR MULTIPLE VEHICLES
- POPULAR RESIDENTIAL AREA
- QUIET CUL-DE-SAC POSITION
- VIEWING STRONGLY RECOMMENDED
Additional details
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
As you enter the property, a welcoming hallway leads you into the heart of the home. The lounge, located at the front of the property, is light and airy, with a bay window that allows plenty of natural light to flow in. This room opens directly into the kitchen, creating a well-connected and sociable living space. The open-plan design is ideal for families and entertaining, offering a practical and versatile layout.
The kitchen, situated at the rear of the property, features ample storage and workspace with fitted units, making it perfect for preparing meals and everyday living. The kitchen also offers enough room to accommodate a small two-seater dining table, making it a lovely spot for casual dining or coffee. French doors provide direct access to the rear garden, enhancing the sense of space and providing a seamless connection to the outdoors.
Upstairs, the property boasts three well-proportioned bedrooms. The main bedroom is spacious and light, with plenty of space for storage. The second bedroom overlooks the rear garden and is equally well-sized, offering a peaceful retreat. The third bedroom is versatile and could be used as a child’s bedroom, guest room, or home office. The family bathroom includes a bath and separate shower enclosure, providing practicality for busy households.
A utility room is conveniently situated off the kitchen on the ground floor, offering additional storage and space for laundry, as well as a downstairs WC for added convenience. This thoughtful addition ensures the home is practical and functional for modern family living.
Externally, the property enjoys a generous rear garden, perfect for outdoor activities, entertaining, or simply relaxing. The garden features a well-maintained lawn and a patio area, ideal for al fresco dining. To the front of the property, a private driveway provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles, ensuring ease and convenience.
Located in the sought-after area of Porthill, this home benefits from excellent access to local schools, shops, and amenities, while being well-connected to Newcastle town centre and major transport links such as the A34 and M6. The quiet cul-de-sac setting adds to the appeal, providing a safe and peaceful environment for families.
This spacious and well-maintained property offers everything you need for comfortable family living. With its open-plan ground floor, generous outdoor space, and convenient location, this home on Ashcroft Grove is not to be missed. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate all that this property has to offer.
Listed by
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Heywoods
Reference: 155532359
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 26/08/2016
Expiry date: 25/08/2026
Current heating cost: £537/year
Potential heating cost: £493/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £16,500
Recommendations
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£5,000 - £8,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
70% since 2017
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 02/06/2025 (1 year ago) | £213,000 | +29.1% |
| Sold | 18/09/2020 (5 years ago) | £165,000 | +32% |
| Sold | 10/02/2017 (9 years ago) | £125,000 | — |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.
Sold Comparables
Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.
| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 TURNHILL GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8QB | £165,500 | 19/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 216 DIMSDALE PARADE WEST, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8EA | £250,000 | 24/11/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 22 LANSDELL AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8ET | £230,000 | 12/09/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 5 DAIN PLACE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8QL | £204,000 | 08/08/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 4 GARNETT ROAD WEST, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8EQ | £222,000 | 21/03/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 230 DIMSDALE PARADE WEST, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8EA | £230,000 | 05/03/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 1 LANSDELL AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8ET | £223,750 | 01/12/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 13 OAKDENE CLOSE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8HW | £155,000 | 01/12/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 2 ASHCROFT PLACE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8ER | £185,000 | 27/10/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 50 CLARE AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8PX | £128,000 | 09/10/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 117 DIMSDALE VIEW WEST, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8EL | £229,950 | 22/09/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 17 CROFT AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8EY | £223,000 | 17/08/2023 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 5 ASHCROFT GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8ES | £235,000 | 10/08/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 35 LANSDELL AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8HB | £207,500 | 21/07/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 201 DIMSDALE PARADE WEST, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8ED | £260,000 | 20/07/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 226 DIMSDALE PARADE WEST, NEWCASTLE, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8EA | £140,000 | 03/07/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 52 CLARE AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8PX | £218,400 | 12/05/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 36 GARNETT ROAD WEST, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8EQ | £189,950 | 01/05/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 228 DIMSDALE PARADE WEST, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8EA | £240,000 | 28/04/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 98 SPARROW TERRACE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8PQ | £120,000 | 12/04/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 24 CAULDON AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8PZ | £103,500 | 05/04/2023 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 2 ASHCROFT GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8ES | £185,000 | 23/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 9 ASHCROFT GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8ES | £200,000 | 25/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 11 ASHCROFT GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8ES | £177,000 | 28/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 19 ASHCROFT GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8ES | £147,500 | 16/08/2021 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £188,900 (5 sales)
Area average: £196,278 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Newcastle-under-Lyme. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Newcastle-under-Lyme. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Newcastle-under-Lyme.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Staffordshire North: £593/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Ashcroft Road | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Unknown | 0.3 miles |
| Shop | The co-operative food | 0.5 miles |
| Train station | Longport | 0.7 miles |
| Train station | Apedale Road | 1.4 miles |
| Hospital | Haywood Hospital Walk-in Centre | 2.2 miles |
| Hospital | Royal Stoke University Hospital | 2.4 miles |
| University | Keele University | 2.9 miles |
| University | University of Buckingham Crewe Campus | 8.8 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 73 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 31 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 17 |
| Public order | 17 |
| Vehicle crime | 12 |
| Other crime | 9 |
| Shoplifting | 8 |
| Burglary | 7 |
| Other theft | 6 |
| Drugs | 2 |
| Total incidents | 182 |
Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).
Schools nearby
Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.
| Name | Type | Distance | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Academy Bradwell | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 11 Sep 2018 |
| Kaleidoscope School | Other | 0.4 miles | Good — 10 Dec 2023 |
| Cedars - Newcastle, Moorlands and Darwin Bases | Other | 0.5 miles | Good — 26 Jun 2015 |
| Oaklands Nursery School | Nursery | 0.5 miles | Outstanding — 15 Feb 2013 |
| Bursley Academy | Primary | 0.5 miles | Requires improvement — 18 Mar 2024 |
Rental Comparables
Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.
Average rent: £947/mo (36 listings)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
- Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
- Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
- Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).
- Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
- Cashflow — Rent minus 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).