Ferndown Drive
Newcastle, ST5, ST5 4BP
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Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
93 m²
Council tax band
C
Local average
£340,103 (-20.6%)
Deprivation
Decile 9 (28,819 of 33,755)
Street crime
87 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)
Key features
- Highly sought-after location in the Westlands, offering nearby access to top rated schools, local shops, eateries, and Newcastle town centre. Plus commuting is a breeze with nearby travel links.
- Beautifully presented and extended three-bedroom link-detached home offering well-designed living spaces including a living room with log burner, dining room, conservatory, and shaker-style kitchen.
- Three generously sized double bedrooms including the extended third bedroom, all offering fitted wardrobes. Modern bathroom with floor-to-ceiling tiles and a bath/shower duo.
- Low maintenance South-West facing rear garden with ample patio seating space and a lower tier that has room for storage.
- To the front, a driveway with ample off-road parking leads down to a single garage, offering further secure storage spaces.
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
- Listed property
- No
- Restrictions
- No
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
Enter the home and you’ll immediately find a warm and inviting living room that is complete with a log burner for all to enjoy. Continue further to the dining room, a bright space ready to host friends for games night or family for your famous Sunday roast, with an open flow into the conservatory, which offers an upgraded glass roof and underfloor heating. The extended kitchen is home to beautiful shaker-style cabinetry, plenty of room for appliances, and a lovely view over the rear garden.
Upstairs is home to three generously sized double bedrooms, including the extended third bedroom, and all boast fitted wardrobes. The modern bathroom offers a bath/shower duo, a vanity sink and a W/C.
Outside your low-maintenance garden heaven awaits, set in a sought-after South-West facing orientation with generous patio seating space and a lower tiered space offering room for storage. To the front, a driveway with off-road parking leads to a single garage that is ideal for further storage.
Location
The Westlands is a highly sought-after residential area located in Newcastle-under-Lyme that is well known for its excellent schooling options, community spirit, and locality to the town centre.
Newcastle-under-Lyme is a vibrant and historic market town, situated adjacent to Stoke-on-Trent, the town benefits from excellent transport links via the A34, A500, and nearby M6 motorway, as well as convenient rail connections through Stoke station, making it an attractive base for both commuters and families.
A lively town centre is home to a mix of independent shops, cafés, and high-street brands, complemented by regular markets and a strong sense of community. The area offers a variety of leisure and cultural amenities, including the popular New Vic Theatre, the Brampton Museum, and several green spaces such as Brampton Park and the nearby Apedale Country Park.
The Royal Stoke University Hospital is located in Newcastle, and is one of the largest and most advanced teaching hospitals in the region.
Newcastle-under-Lyme is home to several highly regarded state and independent primary and secondary schools, as well as Newcastle-under-Lyme College. The town also lies close to Keele University, an internationally recognised institution known for its high-quality teaching, research excellence, and beautiful campus.
Newcastle-under-Lyme offers an appealing and well-connected environment for residents, students, and visitors alike.
Listed by
Stone
James Du Pavey Ltd
Reference: 172073636
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Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Floorplans
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Site Plan
FENSA Certificates
This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #8528134
Property Details
Street: 76 Ferndown Drive
Town: Clayton
Postcode: ST5 4BP
Installation Details
Items: 1 door
Certificate Issued: 21/11/2011
Work Completed: 07/11/2011
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #13051765
Property Details
Street: 76 Ferndown Drive
Town: NEWCASTLE
Postcode: ST5 4BP
Installation Details
Items: 1 door
Certificate Issued: 23/07/2018
Work Completed: 14/12/2017
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.
Price history
60% since 2006
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £269,950 | -15% |
| Sold | 12/08/2021 (4 years ago) | £317,500 | +59.5% |
| Sold | 20/06/2006 (19 years ago) | £199,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 DARSHAM GARDENS, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4LW | £220,000 | 12/09/2025 | Detached |
| 17 MANSFIELD CLOSE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4HA | £172,000 | 11/09/2025 | Detached |
| 30 THE COVERT, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4BL | £250,000 | 03/07/2025 | Detached |
| 98 NORTHWOOD LANE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4BN | £183,000 | 24/01/2025 | Detached |
| 27 PENMERE DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4HH | £250,000 | 18/12/2023 | Detached |
| 3 MERIDEN ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4HE | £155,000 | 17/11/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 11 FERNDOWN DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4BP | £190,000 | 10/11/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 116 NORTHWOOD LANE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4BN | £250,000 | 11/10/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 23 FERNDOWN DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4BP | £208,000 | 23/08/2023 | Detached |
| 18 THE COVERT, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4BL | £265,000 | 17/05/2023 | Detached |
| 7 LIDGATE WALK, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4LT | £275,000 | 28/04/2023 | Detached |
| 158 NORTHWOOD LANE, NEWCASTLE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4BZ | £410,000 | 04/04/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 4 FERNDOWN DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4BP | £195,000 | 01/02/2023 | Detached |
| 23 FERNDOWN DRIVE SOUTH, NEWCASTLE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4EH | £265,000 | 16/12/2022 | Detached |
| 3 GLENDALE COURT, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4HD | £195,000 | 20/10/2022 | Detached |
| 131 NORTHWOOD LANE, NEWCASTLE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4BZ | £255,000 | 29/07/2022 | Detached |
| 8 THE COVERT, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4BL | £233,000 | 15/07/2022 | Detached |
| 20 THE SPINNEY, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4DA | £267,000 | 27/06/2022 | Detached |
| 3 MOSS RISE, NEWCASTLE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4DP | £260,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached |
| 5 MOSS RISE, NEWCASTLE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4DP | £285,000 | 14/04/2022 | Detached |
| 3 THE BRACKENS, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4JL | £425,000 | 14/04/2022 | Detached |
| 26 BEECHWOOD CLOSE, NEWCASTLE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4EL | £390,000 | 11/04/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 42 FERNDOWN DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4BP | £186,000 | 01/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 36 THE BRACKENS, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4JL | £425,000 | 25/02/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 47 FERNDOWN DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4BP | £184,000 | 24/01/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 24A FERNDOWN DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 4BP | £212,000 | 24/09/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £195,833 (6 sales)
Area average: £271,500 (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: 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
Address
76 Ferndown Drive
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | The Spinney | 0.0 miles |
| Bus stop | Mansfield Close | 0.1 miles |
| Hospital | North Staffordshire Nuffield Hospital | 0.6 miles |
| Shop | Bargain Booze | 0.8 miles |
| Shop | Premier | 0.8 miles |
| Train station | Trentham Leisure | 1.6 miles |
| Hospital | Royal Stoke University Hospital | 1.6 miles |
| Train station | Unknown | 1.9 miles |
| University | Keele University | 2.6 miles |
| University | University of Buckingham Crewe Campus | 11.4 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 47 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 12 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 12 |
| Public order | 4 |
| Other theft | 3 |
| Shoplifting | 3 |
| Drugs | 2 |
| Burglary | 1 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Possession of weapons | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 87 |
Within 1 mile during Mar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Hall Academy | Secondary | 0.6 miles | Good — 18 Mar 2024 |
| Our Lady and St Werburgh's Catholic Primary School | Primary | 0.7 miles | Good — 11 Apr 2014 |
| St Teresa's Catholic (A) Primary School | Primary | 0.8 miles | Good — 5 May 2017 |
| Priory CofE Academy | Primary | 1.0 miles | Good — 4 Jun 2015 |
| St Joseph's Preparatory School | Other | 1.1 miles | — (No rating) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dee Lane, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 | £875/mo | 3 | 0.86 miles | Rightmove |
| 3 Bed Terraced House, Seabridge Lane, ST5 | £995/mo | 3 | 0.89 miles | OpenRent |
| Dart Place, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 | £950/mo | 3 | 0.89 miles | Rightmove |
| Lymes Road, Butterton, Newcastle, ST5 | £1,200/mo | 3 | 1.78 miles | Rightmove |
| Higherland, ST5 | £995/mo | 3 | 2.03 miles | Rightmove |
| 9 Rothesay Court, Rothesay Av, Westlands, ST5 2LX | £210/mo | — | 2.08 miles | Rightmove |
| Cumberland Street, Newcastle | £975/mo | 3 | 2.16 miles | Rightmove |
| Wesley Place, Newcastle, ST5 | £1,000/mo | 3 | 2.19 miles | Rightmove |
| Tarragon View, Newcastle under Lyme | £1,100/mo | 3 | 2.26 miles | Rightmove |
| Orme Road, Newcastle under lyme | £1,150/mo | 3 | 2.28 miles | Rightmove |
| Greylag Gate, Newcastle, Staffordshire, ST5 | £1,200/mo | 3 | 2.49 miles | Rightmove |
| Enderley Street, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 | £1,350/mo | 3 | 2.49 miles | Rightmove |
| Waters Edge Close, Silverdale, Newcastle, ST5 | £1,000/mo | 3 | 2.69 miles | Rightmove |
| Sydney Street, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 | £925/mo | 3 | 2.78 miles | Rightmove |
| Hempstalls Lane, Newcastle, Staffordshire, ST5 | £1,200/mo | 3 | 2.89 miles | Rightmove |
| Basford Park Road, Newcastle, ST5 | £1,200/mo | 3 | 2.91 miles | Rightmove |
| Basford Park Road, Newcastle Under Lyme | £995/mo | 3 | 2.97 miles | Rightmove |
| Tregew Place | £1,100/mo | 3 | 2.99 miles | Rightmove |
| High Street, May Bank, Newcastle, Staffordshire, ST5 | £900/mo | 3 | 3.1 miles | Rightmove |
| High Street, May Bank, Newcastle, Staffordshire, ST5 | £950/mo | 3 | 3.11 miles | Rightmove |
Average rent: £948/mo (34 listings)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- This street — Gross yield for this street only (Land Registry sales + rental comparables, same postcode + street).
- 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).