The Dale
Ashley., TF9 4NP
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Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Council tax band
D
Local average
£227,910 (+64.5%)
Deprivation
Decile 7 (20,564 of 33,755)
Street crime
12 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)
Key features
- Charming Woodland Cottage
- Very Well Presented
- Large Landscaped Gardens
- Parking, Garage & Work Shop
- Village Location
- Excellent for Local Walks
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Broadband
- FTTP (fibre to the premises)
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Private supply
- Heating
- Oil
- Parking
- Garage
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Location - The property is located in a semi-rural woodland area, close to the sought after village of Ashley which is on the Shropshire/ Staffordshire border. The popular village has a village green, local pub and very popular doctors surgery. The next village is Loggerheads which has a local supermarket, primary school, post office as well as pubs and cafes.
The closest town is Market Drayton located approximately 4 miles from the property which offers a more comprehensive range of amenities, including schools, shops, supermarkets, eateries as well as some health and leisure facilities. Areas such as Stafford, Newcastle-under-Lyme and Stoke-on-Trent are commutable from the property having motorway access to M6 junctions access to a large rail network. Stafford especially having great links to a number national rail routes. The West Coast Mainline runs through the County and provides fast and effective links to other major cities such as Manchester, Birmingham and London.
Brief Description - Halls are delighted to be instructed to sell 103 The Dale by private treaty.
Nestled within enchanting mature woodland on the edge of the highly regarded village of Ashley, this charming semi-detached cottage offers an exceptional blend of character, comfort and outdoor living. Beautifully presented throughout, the property provides a rare opportunity to enjoy a peaceful countryside lifestyle surrounded by nature, whilst benefiting from excellent accessibility to nearby amenities.
The sitting room features a delightful log-burning stove that creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. The well-appointed kitchen diner has a wide range of base and wall units, extensive miro stonework tops, drainer sink unit, integrated fridge and oven and LPG hob. There are windows with views over the rear gardens. There is a rear hall with cloakroom with W.C and a door through to the light-filled garden room.
To the first floor are two well-proportioned bedrooms with wonderful views and storage. The second bedroom has a staircase to an attic room which can be used for a number of different purposes. The attic room has two sky lights and a storage cupboard. There is a modern shower room with large shower enclosure, W.C and wash hand basin.
Externally, the property truly excels. The beautifully landscaped gardens have been thoughtfully designed to make the most of their woodland setting, creating a series of attractive spaces for relaxation, alfresco dining and entertaining. Nature lovers, gardeners and outdoor enthusiasts alike will appreciate the sense of tranquillity and privacy afforded by the mature surroundings. Ample parking is provided for several vehicles, together with a timber-framed garage and workshop, offering excellent storage and practical space for gardening equipment, outdoor pursuits or DIY projects.
Directions - From Market Drayton take the A53 towards Loggerheads. In Loggerheads, stay on the A53 over the three mini-roundabouts and after approximately 0.5 miles turn right on Gravelley Hill towards Ashley. At the bottom of the hill turn right onto The Dale (single track lane), and after 0.1 miles turn right and the property is along this lane on the right hand side and can be identified by our For Sale sign.
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Anti-Money Laundering (Aml) Checks - We are legally obligated to undertake anti-money laundering checks on all property purchasers. Whilst we are responsible for ensuring that these checks, and any ongoing monitoring, are conducted properly; the initial checks will be handled on our behalf by a specialist company, Movebutler, who will reach out to you once your offer has been accepted. The charge for these checks is £30 (including VAT) per purchaser, which covers the necessary data collection and any manual checks or monitoring that may be required. This cost must be paid in advance, directly to Movebutler, before a memorandum of sale can be issued, and is non-refundable. We thank you for your cooperation.
Viewing Arrangements - Strictly through the Agents: Halls, 8 Watergate Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1DW
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Council Tax - Newcastle Under Lyme - The current Council Tax Band is 'D' on the Shropshire Council Register.
Services - We believe that mains water and electricity are available to the property. The heating is via an oil fired boiler to radiators. Drainage is to a septic tank.
Tenure - Freehold - We understand that the property is Freehold although purchasers must make their own enquiries via their solicitor.
Listed by
Whitchurch & South Cheshire
Halls Holdings Ltd
Reference: 90142680
EPC ratings on this postcode
We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.
| Address | Current | Potential | Floor area | Age band | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 103 The Dale, Ashley, MARKET DRAYTON | 55 | 84 | 95 m² | — | Detached |
| 103a The Dale, Ashley, MARKET DRAYTON | 65 | 82 | 85 m² | England and Wales: 1983-1990 | Detached |
| 107, The Dale, Ashley, MARKET DRAYTON | 34 | 67 | 165 m² | — | Detached |
| 108 The Dale, Ashley, MARKET DRAYTON | 36 | 93 | 101 m² | England and Wales: 1900-1929 | Detached |
| 109, The Dale, Ashley, MARKET DRAYTON | 47 | 78 | 230 m² | England and Wales: 1900-1929 | Detached |
| 110 The Dale, Ashley, MARKET DRAYTON | 68 | 74 | 138 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
| 112, The Dale, Ashley, MARKET DRAYTON | 40 | 80 | 208 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Detached |
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £375,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIGHFIELDS GRAVELLY HILL, MARKET DRAYTON, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, TF9 4JU | £229,500 | 19/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 112 THE DALE, ASHLEY, MARKET DRAYTON, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, TF9 4NP | £725,000 | 29/07/2022 | Detached |
| HIGHFIELDS GRAVELLY HILL, MARKET DRAYTON, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, TF9 4JU | £250,000 | 13/08/2021 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £725,000 (1 sale)
Area average: £239,750 (2 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: Semi-detached. As of April 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 Shropshire: £593/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
The Dale
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | The Dale | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | The Village Barbers | 0.9 miles |
| Shop | Unknown | 0.9 miles |
| Train station | Unknown | 7.1 miles |
| Hospital | North Staffordshire Nuffield Hospital | 7.5 miles |
| Hospital | Royal Stoke University Hospital | 8.5 miles |
| University | University of Staffordshire Stoke Campus | 10.0 miles |
| University | Harper Adams University | 10.3 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Burglary | 4 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 4 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total incidents | 12 |
Within 1 mile during May 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hugo Meynell CofE (VC) Primary School | Primary | 0.8 miles | Good — 19 Jul 2013 |
| St Mary's CofE (A) Primary School | Primary | 1.9 miles | Good — 10 Jun 2015 |
| Baldwins Gate CofE(VC) Primary School | Primary | 3.6 miles | Good — 7 Nov 2012 |
| Woore Primary and Nursery School | Primary | 3.9 miles | Good — 10 Dec 2023 |
| Cheswardine Primary and Nursery School | Primary | 4.5 miles | Good — 15 Nov 2023 |
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 Terraced House, Fair Oak Barns, ST21 | £1,250/mo | 2 | 0.88 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Bungalow, Acorn Close, TF9 | £975/mo | 2 | 0.89 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £1,113/mo (2 listings)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- 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).
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