# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (ST15 8XU) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 9 BARNES CROFT, STONE, HILDERSTONE, STAFFORDSHIRE ST15 8XU | | Price | £600,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Council tax | G | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1991-1995 | | Floor area | 257 m² | | Last sold | £450,000 Oct 2007 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 29/10/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £2,334/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £18,005 ### Recommendations - A (£900 - £1,200) - W2 (£5,000 - £10,000) - E (£420 - £490) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2182-3781-1242-5210-5131) ## Description Like bees to honey, you’ll be irresistibly drawn to this stunning four-bedroom detached home, tucked privately behind electric gates and located in the peaceful postcard-perfect village of Hilderstone. This hidden gem on Barnes Croft is the kind of property that turns heads, melts hearts, and will have you wondering how quickly you can move in. Inside boasts a generously sized living room with a feature inglenook fireplace, complete with a log burner and plenty of room for the family to relax and unwind. The recently upgraded garden room is flooded with natural light and high ceilings and offers the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor living. Further, the generous, upgraded kitchen/breakfast room features stylish cabinetry, ample space for kitchen essentials and a range of integrated appliances for added convenience. Two additional reception rooms — a study and an inviting dining room — offer the perfect spaces for the family to spread out and unwind. Completing the ground floor is a convenient W/C, expansive entrance hall, and second side entrance with storage. The fun continues upstairs with a stunning master suite boasting a dressing room with fitted wardrobes and vanity area and its own en suite with both a double-ended bath, corner shower, bidet, W/C, and sink. Three further double bedrooms, including an additional en suite shower room, ensure space for family, guests, or even if you just enjoy a little extra space. The family bathroom offers a bath, walk-in shower, bidet, W/C, and sink. Outside, you’ll find a beautiful South-East facing rear garden with patio seating space and a lush grass lawn, perfect for entertaining family and friends or simply soaking up the sun with your morning brew. Hidden behind electric gates, you’ll find a generous driveway with off-road parking, a well-maintained lawn, and a double garage with its own W/C. Located in the semi-rural village of Hilderstone, yet still well-connected for schools, local amenities, and easy commuter links into Stone, Stafford, and neighbouring villages. So, if you’ve been buzzing around looking for the one, stop right here — this gorgeous home on Barnes Croft is sweet as honey and waiting for its next lucky owners. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175231) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175238) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175242) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175246) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175250) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175255) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175259) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175261) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175265) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175268) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175273) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175274) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175276) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175278) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175280) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175282) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175283) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175284) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175285) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175287) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175289) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175291) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175293) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175295) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175297) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175299) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175302) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175306) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175309) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175312) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175314) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175317) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175319) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175323) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175326) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175330) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175333) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/171509990/175337) ## Floorplans - ![All](/listings/photos/171509990/175340) - All - ![Site Plan](/listings/photos/171509990/175343) - Site Plan ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 9 BARNES CROFT, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8XU | £450,000 | 01/10/2007 | Detached | | 9 BARNES CROFT, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8XU | £100,000 | 12/06/2006 | Detached | | 9 BARNES CROFT, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8XU | £209,000 | 23/03/2001 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | THE OLD DAIRY DINGLE LANE, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8SG | £620,500 | 15/11/2024 | Detached | | [Same street] 2 BARNES CROFT, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8XU | £755,000 | 04/07/2022 | Detached | | ANNSCROFT SANDON ROAD, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8SF | £733,000 | 25/03/2022 | Detached | | PRIORY COTTAGE CHURCH DOWN, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8XR | £750,000 | 25/03/2022 | Detached | | PRIMROSE COTTAGE CHURCH DOWN, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8XR | £525,000 | 20/01/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 1 BARNES CROFT, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8XU | £595,000 | 30/09/2021 | Detached | | 3 BOURNE COURT, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8XS | £515,000 | 01/09/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £675,000 (2 sales) **Area average:** £628,700 (5 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £407,826 (31 Detached, ST15, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +47.1% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Stafford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £799/mo - **Realistic:** £888/mo - **Optimistic:** £977/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Staffordshire North (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £798/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.15% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £111,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £88,800 *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 Area rent estimate.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £2,335/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 9.4% - **10y growth:** 25.2% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Stafford; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 3.1% - **5y growth (index):** 25.5% - **10y growth (index):** 50.7% ## 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)