# 2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale (ST5 8ND) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 15 FEARNS AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, STAFFORDSHIRE ST5 8ND | | Price | £210,000 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | B | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1950-1966 | | Floor area | 49 m² | | Last sold | £137,000 Oct 2025 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** B - **Current heating cost:** £505/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £10,535 ### Recommendations - W1 (£800 - £1,200) - E (£35) - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/3900-8485-0822-5498-3453) ## Description Heywoods Estate Agents welcome to the market this outstanding two bedroom semi-detached bungalow situated in the highly regarded residential area of Fearns Avenue, Bradwell, Newcastle-under-Lyme, offered for sale with no upward chain and newly renovated throughout to an exceptional standard. This superb bungalow offers beautifully presented and move-in ready accommodation, ideal for buyers seeking the ease and practicality of single-storey living combined with stylish modern finishes. Thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, the property has been transformed into a bright, fresh and versatile home that is ready to be enjoyed immediately, with newly installed electric heating throughout adding further comfort and efficiency. The accommodation is both well proportioned and flexible in its layout, comprising a welcoming entrance hallway, a spacious living room/diner, a stunning brand new fitted kitchen, a beautifully appointed new bathroom and two bedrooms. The rear porch/sun room has also been equipped to be utilised as a utility space, adding further practicality and making excellent use of the layout. Bedroom One is positioned to the rear of the property and enjoys a pleasant outlook over the rear garden, creating a peaceful and relaxing principal bedroom. Bedroom Two is located to the front, just off the lounge, and offers excellent versatility, making it equally well suited for use as a guest bedroom, hobby room, home office or single bedroom depending on a buyer’s needs. The standard of renovation is a real highlight, with the property having been newly renovated throughout and improved far beyond cosmetic appearance. Works carried out include a brand new kitchen and bathroom, newly installed electric heating throughout, re-wire, re-plumb, re-plaster, new internal doors, new flooring throughout and an insulated loft, giving buyers peace of mind as well as a quality finish throughout. Externally, the property is equally impressive, with a driveway providing ample off road parking, a single garage and attractive gardens to both the front and rear. The rear garden offers a pleasant outdoor space to relax and enjoy, while the overall plot further enhances the appeal of this attractive home. Bradwell remains a popular and convenient location, offering excellent access to local shops, amenities, commuter links and Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre. Combining location, presentation and extensive renovation, this is a fantastic opportunity for a wide range of buyers. A beautifully updated bungalow with newly installed electric heating throughout, set in a sought after location and offered for sale with no upward chain. Early viewing is highly recommended. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 15 FEARNS AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8ND | £137,000 | 13/10/2025 | Semi-detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 24 FEARNS AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8NE | £159,950 | 24/11/2025 | Semi-detached | | 2 SILVERTON CLOSE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LU | £102,500 | 25/09/2025 | Semi-detached | | 234 FEARNS AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LS | £195,000 | 27/08/2025 | Semi-detached | | 9 PRIAM CLOSE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LJ | £220,000 | 10/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 7 RICEYMAN ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LF | £170,000 | 11/10/2023 | Semi-detached | | 141 RICEYMAN ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LQ | £200,000 | 21/07/2023 | Semi-detached | | 97 FEARNS AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LP | £185,000 | 23/06/2023 | Semi-detached | | 92 FEARNS AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LX | £150,000 | 22/06/2023 | Semi-detached | | 23 RICEYMAN ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LF | £148,000 | 12/06/2023 | Semi-detached | | 129 RICEYMAN ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LQ | £165,000 | 09/06/2023 | Semi-detached | | 40 CHESWARDINE ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8SG | £155,000 | 02/05/2023 | Semi-detached | | 14 CARLOS PLACE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LZ | £169,200 | 17/03/2023 | Semi-detached | | 189 FEARNS AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8NN | £164,950 | 15/03/2023 | Semi-detached | | 22 RICEYMAN ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LF | £160,000 | 20/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 97 RICEYMAN ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LQ | £150,000 | 17/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 78 RICEYMAN ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LH | £60,000 | 26/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 215 FEARNS AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8NN | £242,500 | 27/06/2022 | Semi-detached | | 7 CARLOS PLACE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LZ | £136,000 | 27/05/2022 | Semi-detached | | 95 RICEYMAN ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LQ | £160,000 | 04/05/2022 | Semi-detached | | 11 SILVERTON CLOSE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 8LU | £145,000 | 14/04/2022 | Semi-detached | **Area average:** £161,905 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £198,955 (143 Semi-detached, ST5, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +5.6% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Newcastle-under-Lyme). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £743/mo - **Realistic:** £825/mo - **Optimistic:** £908/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Staffordshire North (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £479/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 2 Bed Flat, Hanbridge Avenue, ST5 | £775/mo | 2 | 0.47 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Semi-Detached House, Bennett Place, ST5 | £495/mo | 2 | 0.48 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Flat, Station Street, ST6 | £475/mo | 2 | 0.66 miles | OpenRent | | [Sparrow Terrace, Porthill, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/b74c503) | £800/mo | 2 | 0.83 miles | Rightmove | | 2 Bed Flat, Oldcastle Avenue, ST5 | £775/mo | 2 | 0.83 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Flat, Oldcastle Avenue, ST5 | £775/mo | 2 | 0.83 miles | OpenRent | | [Dimsdale View East, Newcastle-under-Lyme](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/fd1bf51) | £850/mo | 2 | 0.85 miles | Rightmove | | [George Street, Chesterton, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/3388e57) | £1,000/mo | 2 | 0.89 miles | Rightmove | | [London Road, Newcastle-under-Lyme](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/290a75c) | £495/mo | 2 | 0.95 miles | Rightmove | | 2 Bed Detached House, Woolrich St, ST6 | £750/mo | 2 | 1.01 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Terraced House, Woolrich St, ST6 | £825/mo | 2 | 1.01 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Terraced House, Victoria Street, ST5 | £750/mo | 2 | 1.02 miles | OpenRent | | [Cooper Street, Chesterton, Newcastle, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/c20edd0) | £775/mo | 2 | 1.08 miles | Rightmove | | 2 Bed Terraced House, Broomhill St, ST6 | £750/mo | 2 | 1.09 miles | OpenRent | | [Lily Street, Wolstanton, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/d029d73) | £750/mo | 2 | 1.09 miles | Rightmove | | [Lily Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/f5ef225) | £745/mo | 2 | 1.09 miles | Rightmove | | 2 Bed Terraced House, Pinnox Street, ST6 | £750/mo | 2 | 1.11 miles | OpenRent | | [Apedale Road, Chesterton, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/28f7d75) | £850/mo | 2 | 1.13 miles | Rightmove | | [Nelson Street, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/2f978c8) | £695/mo | 2 | 1.15 miles | Rightmove | | [St. Chads Terrace, Newcastle](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/1bc438f) | £795/mo | 2 | 1.19 miles | Rightmove | **Average rent: £814/mo (52 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.36% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £95,375 - **Target investor price (1%):** £76,300 *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 £763/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 4.4% - **Cost-to-rent:** 23× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-165/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -3.3% *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).* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £4,286/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 33% - **10y growth:** 37% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Newcastle-under-Lyme; Semi-detached series; as of February 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 3.8% - **5y growth (index):** 26.9% - **10y growth (index):** 60.7% ## 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)