THE HAYLOFT
NEWPORT, MERETOWN, STAFFORDSHIRE TF10 8BX
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Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
155 m²
Council tax band
F
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Last sold
£517,283 Dec 2021
Price per m²
£4,032/m²
Local average
£219,000 (+185.4%)
Deprivation
Decile 6 (20,055 of 33,755)
Street crime
15 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- A Wonderfully Presented Four Bedroom Barn Conversion
- Located in a Picturesque Setting and Surrounded by Countryside
- Kitchen Breakfast Room, Utility Area
- Lounge with Log Burner, Dining Room
- Principal Bedroom Suite with Generous Wardrobe Storage
- Two En-Suites and Family Bathroom all with Contemporary Fittings
- Single Garage, Parking for Several Vehicles
- Well Established Private Garden with Decking Area and Large Patio
- Council Tax Band F
- EPC Rating D
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Private supply
- Heating
- Oil
- Parking
- Garage, Off street
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Off a half landing you will find the Principal Suite, offering generous wardrobe storage and a good size En-Suite leading off the Bedroom area. There are Three further Bedrooms, one of which has an En-Suite and the remaining two share a large Family Bathroom, with separate Bath and Shower.
Externally, the property benefits from a lovely, well established, Private Garden with a large patio area leading to lawn with a further decking area. There is built in Timber Seating and plenty of storage to allow you to make the most of the outside space. You will also find a Single Garage and Parking to the front for several vehicles.
LOCATION The property is just 2.2 miles from Newport's busy High Street, with its mix of shops, boutiques, cafes, pubs and a Victorian indoor market.
A wider selection of shops, amenities and employment opportunities are available in Telford, Stafford and Shrewsbury - and the excellent rail connections from Telford and Stafford mean Birmingham and Manchester are in commutable distance.
ACCOMMODATION
The property is approached over a blue brick block paviour path to the front door, bordered by shrubbery beds and driveway parking suitable for three cars.
Timber part glazed panel front door which gives way to the:
ENTRANCE HALL With inset spotlights to ceiling, smoke alarm and radiator. Door off leading to:
GROUND FLOOR W.C. With tiled floor, built in contemporary vanity unit with low level W.C., wash hand basin, extractor fan, spotlights to ceiling and heated towel rail.
Door off to:
LOUNGE 19' 1 Max" x 15' 6" (5.82m x 4.72m) Dual aspect with windows on both sides, wooden flooring, radiator, feature brick built fireplace with blue brick hearth and timber mantel with log burner, inset spotlights to ceiling, two radiators and door off to good sized storage cupboard.
Further door off the Hallway to:
KITCHEN BREAKFAST ROOM 14' 4" x 11' 11" (4.37m x 3.63m) With a good range of base mounted units, topped with a marble worktop, one and half bowl sink with chrome mixer tap, AEG induction hob, one AEG oven, AEG separate steam oven, integrated fridge freezer, dishwasher, variety of useful storage cupboards, breakfast bar extension on the central worktop, three windows, two radiators, inset spotlights and contemporary extractor fan to the ceiling. Opening through to:
UTILITY AREA With a range of cupboards, topped with a white laminate worktop, single bowl stainless steel sink with black mixer tap over, integrated AEG microwave, integrated AEG washing machine, tiled floor throughout, radiator, inset spotlights to ceiling and part glazed timber door leading to rear garden.
Further opening through to:
DINING ROOM 11' 3" x 11' 11" (3.43m x 3.63m) With double windows overlooking the rear garden, radiator, timber flooring, spotlights to ceiling and handy storage open alcoves.
Stairs rise from Hallway to:
HALF LANDING With door off to:
PRINCIPAL BEDROOM SUITE
ENTRANCE TO PRINCIPAL BEDROOM 4' 2" x 6' 0" (1.27m x 1.83m) Which is spilt over two levels. With the first having a good range of built in wardrobe storage, spotlights to ceiling and small radiator.
Opening through to:
HALF LANDING With window and further built in wardrobe storage, small staircase rising to:
PRINCIPAL BEDROOM (REDUCED HEIGHT) 11' 7" x 11' 0 Into EAVES" (3.53m x 3.35m) With feature beams, two radiators, two Velux skylights and inset spotlights. Door to:
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM With contemporary fittings, including a large vanity unit with His and Hers sinks, built in low level W.C., with fitted storage, shower cubicle with thermostatic mixer shower with rainfall head and heated towel rail, extractor fan, spotlights to ceiling and Velux skylight.
From the half landing, stairs continue to rise to:
MAIN LANDING AREA With smoke alarm and radiator. Door off to:
BEDROOM TWO 12' 0" x 14' 3 Max" (3.66m x 4.34m) With feature beams, Velux skylight and further Velux skylight on opposite wall, radiator, inset spotlights to ceiling, door to leading to:
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM With shower cubicle with glazed door, thermostatic mixer shower, low level W.C., contemporary wash hand basin, tiled flooring, chrome heated towel rail, extractor fan and spotlights to ceiling.
Further door off to:
BEDROOM THREE 11' 6" x 9' 2" (3.51m x 2.79m) With Velux skylight, radiator and spotlights to ceiling.
BEDROOM FOUR (CURRENTLY USED AS AN OFFICE) 6' 1" x 11' 10" (1.85m x 3.61m) With Velux skylight, feature porthole window and radiator
LINEN CUPBOARD With slatted shelving.
Further door off Landing then leads to:
FAMILY BATHROOM With contemporary fittings throughout including low level W.C., vanity unit with built in wash hand basin, roll top freestanding bath with clawed feet and built in shower cubicle with glazed door, thermostatic mixer shower, Velux skylight, feature porthole window, heated towel rail, tiled floor, feature beam and spotlights to the ceiling and extractor fan.
Final door off the Landing to airing/storage cupboard with Velux skylight and plenty of slatted shelving.
EXTERNALLY To the rear garden which is accessed via the part glazed timber door in the utility area. Large flagstone patio area with built in timber seating area, outside tap, built in timber garden shed/storage area, which is divided into two areas and partly open fronted. Lawn which is bordered by raised beds with a variety of established and mature plants, shrubs and trees. Raised decked area, with built in timber seating.
GARAGE 16' 8" x 9' 6" (5.08m x 2.9m) Which is accessed via double timber doors to the front and single door from the garden area at the rear. With electric light and power and also a freestanding oil fired boiler.
TO VIEW THIS PROPERTY To view this property, please contact our Newport Office, 30 High Street, Newport, TF10 7AQ or call us on . Email:
DIRECTIONS From Newport take the A518 towards Stafford and take the first left turn into Walkley Bank. Proceed along the lane and The Hayloft can be found on the left hand side. Alternatively take the A519 towards Eccleshall and turn right in Forton, before The Swan public house. Follow the lane through the village and the property can be found on the right hand side. Sat Nav TF10 8BX
SERVICES We are advised that the property has mains water, electricity, oil fired central heating and shared septic tank drainage with three other properties. Barbers have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings etc or services to this property, so cannot confirm that they are in working order or fit for purpose. A buyer is recommended to obtain confirmation from their Surveyor or Solicitor. For broadband and mobile supply and coverage buyers are advised to visit the Ofcom mobile and broadband checker website.
AGENTS NOTE We confirm there is a shared cost, between three other properties for the emptying of the septic tank.
There is also a shared responsibility for the gravel drive at the front of the properties.
LOCAL AUTHORITY Telford & Wrekin Council, Southwater One, Southwater Square, Southwater Way, Telford, TF3 4JG. Tel:
EPC RATING - D-64 The full energy performance certificate (EPC) is available for this property upon request.
PROPERTY INFORMATION We believe this information to be accurate, but it cannot be guaranteed. The fixtures, fittings, appliances and mains services have not been tested. If there is any point which is of particular importance please obtain professional confirmation. All measurements quoted are approximate. These particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.
AML REGULATIONS We are required by law to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all those buying a property. Whilst we retain responsibility for ensuring checks and any ongoing monitoring are carried out correctly, the initial checks are carried out on our behalf by Movebutler who will contact you once you have had an offer accepted on a property you wish to buy. The cost of these checks is £30 (incl. VAT) per buyer, which covers the cost of obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required. This fee will need to be paid by you in advance, ahead of us issuing a memorandum of sale, directly to Movebutler, and is non-refundable.
TENURE We are advised that the property is Freehold and this will be confirmed by the Vendors Solicitor during the Pre- Contract Enquiries. Vacant possession upon completion.
METHOD OF SALE For Sale by Private Treaty.
NE39936 **
Listed by
Newport
A M Arthan Ltd t/a Barbers
Reference: 88155099
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: D
Inspection date: 29/04/2026
Expiry date: 28/04/2036
Est. upgrade cost to C: £9,000
Recommendations
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Floorplans
The Hayloft, Mere...
EPC Graphs
EPC Front Page
Price history
62% since 2006
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £625,000 | +20.8% |
| Sold | 10/12/2021 (4 years ago) | £517,283 | +47.8% |
| Sold | 19/08/2016 (9 years ago) | £350,000 | +12.9% |
| Sold | 17/10/2008 (17 years ago) | £310,000 | -3.1% |
| Sold | 13/07/2006 (19 years ago) | £320,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 HERON WAY, NEWPORT, WREKIN, TF10 8QF | £120,000 | 27/10/2023 | Other |
| THE OLD MILL HOUSE, WESTON JONES, NEWPORT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, TF10 8ED | £820,000 | 01/06/2023 | Other |
| THE IVY NEWTOWN, EDGMOND, NEWPORT, WREKIN, TF10 8HY | £132,828 | 26/08/2022 | Other |
| LIGHTWOOD SHREWSBURY ROAD, EDGMOND, NEWPORT, WREKIN, TF10 8HX | £740,000 | 25/08/2022 | Other |
| LANE END FARM CHESTER ROAD, CHETWYND, NEWPORT, WREKIN, TF10 8BN | £690,000 | 15/08/2022 | Other |
| MAYFIELD, ADENEY, NEWPORT, WREKIN, TF10 8LY | £324,393 | 08/08/2022 | Other |
| KEEPERS COTTAGE, CHETWYND FIRS, NEWPORT, WREKIN, TF10 8BJ | £1,000,000 | 28/02/2022 | Other |
| CHERRINGTON GRANGE, CHERRINGTON, NEWPORT, WREKIN, TF10 8PN | £920,000 | 11/01/2022 | Other |
| LITTLE OAK, 66A BACK LANE, TIBBERTON, NEWPORT, WREKIN, TF10 8NX | £250,000 | 03/12/2021 | Other |
| LOWER HOUSE, LOWER SUTTON, NEWPORT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, TF10 8DE | £750,000 | 12/10/2021 | Other |
| 15 CANAL CLOSE, NEWPORT, WREKIN, TF10 8FD | £196,533 | 01/10/2021 | Other |
| 19 CANAL CLOSE, NEWPORT, WREKIN, TF10 8FD | £618,806 | 01/10/2021 | Other |
| 21, HOWLE, NEWPORT, WREKIN, TF10 8AZ | £610,000 | 14/09/2021 | Other |
| LION INN, 1 NEWPORT ROAD, EDGMOND, NEWPORT, WREKIN, TF10 8HH | £450,000 | 25/08/2021 | Other |
| LAVENDER LEAP PLOUGH LANE, NEWPORT, WREKIN, TF10 8BS | £350,000 | 12/08/2021 | Other |
| 12 CANAL CLOSE, NEWPORT, WREKIN, TF10 8FD | £669,572 | 25/07/2021 | Other |
| THE WORKSHOP HIGH STREET, EDGMOND, NEWPORT, WREKIN, TF10 8JW | £80,250 | 09/07/2021 | Other |
Area average: £513,081 (17 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): Stafford. Series: All dwelling types. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Stafford. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Stafford.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Shropshire: £972/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Walkley Bank
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Swan Inn PH | 0.5 miles |
| Shop | Vineyard Stores | 0.7 miles |
| Shop | Mere Park Garden Centre | 0.8 miles |
| University | Harper Adams University | 2.8 miles |
| Hospital | Shrewsbury & Telford Hospital NHS Trust Sterile Services Department (SSD) | 6.7 miles |
| Train station | Oakengates | 7.1 miles |
| University | University Of Wolverhampton (Shropshire Campus) (Business School) | 7.2 miles |
| Train station | Unknown | 7.6 miles |
| Hospital | Bickerstaff Endoscopy Unit | 7.8 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 9 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 2 |
| Other theft | 2 |
| Burglary | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 15 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School | Primary | 0.7 miles | Outstanding — 20 Dec 2012 |
| Haberdashers' Castle House School | Other | 0.9 miles | — (No rating) |
| The Burton Borough School | Secondary | 1.1 miles | Requires improvement — 13 Feb 2022 |
| Haberdashers' Adams | Secondary | 1.1 miles | Good — 27 Jun 2022 |
| Newport Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School | Primary | 1.2 miles | Good — 18 Jan 2024 |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).