# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (ST6 5XD) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 5 GEORGE EARDLEY CLOSE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STOKE-ON-TRENT ST6 5XD | | Price | £249,950 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | D | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1983-1990 | | Floor area | 86 m² | | Last sold | £194,000 Jan 2021 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 17/04/2036 - **Current heating cost:** £977/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £16,500 ### Recommendations - W2 (£5,000 - £10,000) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0350-2228-7640-2396-2121) ## Description Carters are delighted to present to the market this beautifully presented detached family home, offering spacious and versatile accommodation in a highly sought-after location. Upon entering, you are welcomed into an inviting entrance hall, leading to a spacious living room positioned at the front of the property. Featuring a charming bay window, an attractive electric fire with a marble surround, and double glazed doors opening into the dining room, this space provides the perfect setting for both relaxing and entertaining. The dining room enjoys French doors opening directly onto the landscaped rear garden, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. The contemporary high-gloss kitchen is fitted with a range of integrated appliances and benefits from useful under stairs storage, while a convenient ground floor WC completes the accommodation on this level. To the first floor are three generously proportioned bedrooms, all of which benefit from fitted wardrobes. The principal bedroom is enhanced by a stylish en-suite shower room, while a modern three-piece family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms. Externally, the property continues to impress. A tarmac driveway provides ample off-road parking and leads to the detached garage, which has been thoughtfully converted into a fully insulated and versatile space. Complete with power, a UPVC double-glazed window and a UPVC entrance door, it offers endless possibilities as a home office, gym, hobby space or additional storage. The recently landscaped rear garden has been designed with ease of maintenance in mind and provides an excellent outdoor space for families and entertaining alike. Featuring an attractive two-tier patio, raised railway sleeper borders, a side access gate and an outside tap, it offers the perfect place to relax and enjoy the warmer months. Properties of this quality are always in high demand. Early viewing is considered essential to fully appreciate the standard of accommodation. **Entrance Hallway** - Hardwood double glazed entrance door to the front elevation. Stairs to the first floor. Radiator. **Living Room** - 4.72m x 3.20m (15'6" x 10'6") - UPVC double glazed bay window to the front elevation. Coving to the ceiling. Electric fire with a marble surround. Glazed double doors leading to the dining room. Radiator. TV point. **Dining Room** - 3.10m x 2.51m (10'2" x 8'3") - UPVC double glazed French doors to the rear elevation leading to the garden. Coving to the ceiling. Fitted wall and base units with laminate work surfaces. Space and power for a fridge freezer. Radiator. Laminate flooring. **Kitchen** - 3.10m x 2.54m (10'2" x 8'4") - Hardwood double glazed entrance door to the side elevation. UPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation. Contemporary high gloss fitted kitchen incorporating a range of wall, base and drawer units with wood effect laminate work surfaces. Composite resin sink. Built in electric oven. Built in four ring gas hob. Built in extractor hood. Space and plumbing for a washing machine. Under stairs storage cupboard with space and power for a tumble dryer. Recessed ceiling down lighters. Tiled flooring. **W.C.** - UPVC double glazed window to the side elevation. Mid level w.c. Pedestal wash hand basin with a tiled splash back. Radiator. **Stairs And Landing** - UPVC double glazed window to the side elevation. Access to the loft. Airing cupboard. **Bedroom One** - 4.04m x 2.51m (13'3" x 8'3") - UPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation. Built in wardrobes. Radiator. **En Suite** - UPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation. Pedestal wash hand basin. Mid level w.c. Shower enclosure. Power socket for a shaver. Extractor fan. Partially tiled walls. Radiator. Vinyl flooring. **Bedroom Two** - 3.10m x 2.77m (10'2" x 9'1") - UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation. Built in wardrobe. Fitted wardrobes. Radiator. **Bedroom Three** - 2.34m x 1.96m (7'8" x 6'5") - UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation. Fitted wardrobes. Radiator. **Bathroom** - UPVC double glazed window to the side elevation. Panel bath with a hand held shower. Pedestal wash hand basin. Mid level w.c Partially tiled walls. Radiator. Vinyl flooring. **Detached Garage** - 4.85m x 2.36m (15'11" x 7'9") - UPVC double glazed entrance door to the side elevation. UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation. Insulated. Power. **Externally** - Outside, to the side of the property, a tarmac driveway provides off-road parking and leads to the detached garage, which has been converted into a versatile, fully insulated space. The conversion benefits from a UPVC double-glazed window, a UPVC entrance door, and power, making it ideal for use as an office / hobby space. To the rear, the recently landscaped garden has been designed for low maintenance and features a two-tier patio, raised railway sleeper borders, a side access gate, and an outside tap for added convenience. **Additional Information** - Freehold. Council Tax Band D. Total Floor Area: 86 Square Meters / 925 Square Foot. **Disclaimer** - Although we try to ensure accuracy, these details are set out for guidance purposes only and do not form part of a contract or offer. Please note that some photographs have been taken with a wide-angle lens. A final inspection prior to exchange of contracts is recommended. No person in the employment of Carters Estate Agents Ltd has any authority to make any representation or warranty in relation to this property. We obtain some of the property information from land registry as part of our instruction and as we are not legal advisers we can only pass on the information and not comment or advise on any legal aspect of the property. You should take advise from a suitably authorised licensed conveyancer or solicitor in this respect. ## Property Photos - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156406) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156411) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156412) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156414) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156416) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156418) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156420) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156422) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156424) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156426) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156428) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156430) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156432) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156433) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156435) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156437) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156439) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156441) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156444) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156446) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156448) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156450) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156451) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156454) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156455) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156458) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156460) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/90717471/1156461) - pbox-IMG.jpg ## Floorplans - ![5 George Eardley Close - all floors.JPG](/listings/photos/90717471/1156463) - 5 George Eardley Close - all floors.JPG ## EPC Graphs - ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/90717471/1156465) - EE Rating ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 5 GEORGE EARDLEY CLOSE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST6 5XD | £194,000 | 08/01/2021 | Detached | | 5 GEORGE EARDLEY CLOSE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST6 5XD | £130,000 | 22/07/2011 | Detached | | 5 GEORGE EARDLEY CLOSE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST6 5XD | £70,000 | 05/07/2000 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 26 JOHN RHODES WAY, TUNSTALL, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST6 5XA | £335,000 | 19/12/2024 | Detached | | 42 JOHN RHODES WAY, TUNSTALL, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST6 5XA | £240,000 | 11/12/2023 | Detached | | 42 SPITFIRE WAY, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST6 5XQ | £278,000 | 31/10/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 6 GEORGE EARDLEY CLOSE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST6 5XD | £255,000 | 16/09/2022 | Detached | | 36 WILLIAM COLTMAN WAY, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST6 5XB | £290,000 | 08/07/2022 | Detached | | 31 JOHN RHODES WAY, TUNSTALL, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST6 5XA | £250,000 | 04/03/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 9 GEORGE EARDLEY CLOSE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST6 5XD | £182,000 | 15/12/2021 | Semi-detached | | 36 SPITFIRE WAY, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST6 5XQ | £160,000 | 08/09/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £218,500 (2 sales) **Area average:** £258,833 (6 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £253,765 (32 Detached, ST6, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -1.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Stoke-on-Trent). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £638/mo - **Realistic:** £709/mo - **Optimistic:** £780/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Staffordshire North (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £593/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 Terraced House, Newfield Street, ST6 | £745/mo | 3 | 0.22 miles | OpenRent | | [Jacqueline Street, Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST6](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/dbfcf06) | £850/mo | 3 | 0.32 miles | Rightmove | | [Stanley Street, Tunstall](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/f12e1dd) | £850/mo | 3 | 0.59 miles | Rightmove | | [The Boulevard, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/23de26c) | £595/mo | — | 0.73 miles | Rightmove | | [High Street, Tunstall](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/e335dc3) | £550/mo | — | 0.83 miles | Rightmove | | [Shaftesbury Avenue, Stoke-On-Trent](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/36e5097) | £975/mo | 3 | 1.52 miles | Rightmove | | [Scott Lidgett Road,Longport, Stoke-on-Trent](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/5f97d1b) | £825/mo | 3 | 1.77 miles | Rightmove | | [Bowden Street, Stoke-On-Trent, ST6](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/fd76080) | £850/mo | 3 | 1.78 miles | Rightmove | | [Lower Hadderidge, Stoke-On-Trent, ST6](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/0b518bd) | £925/mo | 3 | 1.82 miles | Rightmove | | [Lingard Street, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/a888413) | £750/mo | — | 1.86 miles | Rightmove | | [Rent To Buy](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/aa7619f) | £920/mo | 3 | 1.88 miles | Rightmove | | [Walley Place, STOKE-ON-TRENT](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/36618b9) | £825/mo | 3 | 2.11 miles | Rightmove | | [Barrett Drive, Stoke-on-trent](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/b67e041) | £925/mo | 3 | 2.44 miles | Rightmove | | [The Coppice, Stoke-on-trent](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/75fba76) | £1,095/mo | 3 | 2.55 miles | Rightmove | | [Crystal Street, Cobridge](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/88baf0a) | £995/mo | 3 | 2.58 miles | Rightmove | **Average rent: £845/mo (15 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.34% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £106,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £85,000 *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 £850/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 4.1% - **Cost-to-rent:** 24.5× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-244/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -4% *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:** £2,906/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 14.6% - **10y growth:** 43.9% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Stoke-on-Trent; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 4.3% - **5y growth (index):** 23.9% - **10y growth (index):** 57% ## 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)