# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (ST8 7AT) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 27 PARK LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, KNYPERSLEY, STAFFORDSHIRE ST8 7AT | | Price | £250,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | C | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | | Floor area | 104 m² | | Last sold | £141,000 Jan 2011 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 17/06/2036 - **Current heating cost:** £1,632/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £19,603 ### Recommendations - A2 (£900 - £1,200) - B (£900 - £1,500) - W2 (£5,000 - £10,000) - E (£570 - £665) - G (£220 - £250) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0636-1726-7600-0288-3296) ## Description Welcome to Wren Cottage, Park Lane, Knypersley. A delightful and characterful three-bedroom semi-detached home, Wren Cottage offers a wonderful balance of charm, practicality, and outdoor lifestyle, situated within a highly desirable residential setting. The property is approached via a generous gravelled frontage providing ample off-road parking, complemented by double gated access, offering security and privacy. The main entrance is set beneath a charming pitched porch canopy, adding character and shelter, while a paved pathway guides visitors through beautifully landscaped frontage. The front garden is thoughtfully arranged with established shrubs, mature planting, and raised stone borders, creating a colourful and private setting. A climbing rose and dense hedging frame the property's kerb appeal. Internally, the accommodation is both versatile and well-proportioned. A comfortable reception room to the front provides a welcoming living space, while an additional rear room formerly part of the rear of the garage, offers flexibility for a variety of uses such as a home office, playroom or snug. This could easily be converted back to a formal garage space if required. The country-style kitchen enjoys pleasant views over the mature rear garden, making it a lovely hub of the home. Upstairs, the property features three bedrooms and a family bathroom, while the ground floor benefits from a practical W/C, supporting modern family living. Externally, the rear garden is a true highlight, thoughtfully landscaped and well-established, offering a peaceful retreat with mature shrubs, planting and wildlife pond. The hidden pathway leads to the 'Secret Garden' which boasts a charming “Harvest Moon Cabin” garden room, ideal for relaxation, hobbies, or working from home. Additionally, an undercover BBQ area known as 'The Barn' provides the perfect space for entertaining throughout the seasons. To the side there is gated access to an additional space currently known as 'The Potting Yard' - this also provided access to the front of the property. The property also benefits from a garage with an up-and-over door, retaining useful storage space to the front, while the rear section has been converted to enhance the internal accommodation. Perfectly positioned for families, Wren Cottage is close to well-regarded local schools including Knypersley First School, James Bateman Middle School, and Biddulph High School, making this a strategically located home within a sought-after area. Combining character, space, and a superb location, Wren Cottage presents a fantastic opportunity for those seeking a home with both charm and versatility. **Entrance Hallway** - UPVC front entrance door with obscure glazed panel, UPVC double glazed window with obscure glazed panel overlooking the front aspect, stairs to first floor landing, radiator, under stairs store currently utilised as a pantry, a hidden door gives access to the ground floor W/C. **Ground Floor W/C** - WC and wash hand basin with stainless steel mixer tap over. **Living Room** - 4.13m x 4.14m (13'6" x 13'6" ) - Having double doors on entry, UPVC double glazed window to the front aspect, feature electric log burner effect fireplace with brick hearth and wooden mantle, radiator. **Kitchen** - 5.11m x 2.29m (16'9" x 7'6" ) - Built-in cupboards and base units with fitted wooden worksurface over, ceramic one and a half bowl drainer sink with stainless steel mixer tap over, UPVC double glazed window overlooking the rear aspect, Rangemaster electric cooker, room for washing machine, room for fridge/ freezer, integrated dishwasher, tiles to floor. **Additional Room (Formerly Rear Of Garage)** - 5.09m x 4.34m (16'8" x 14'2" ) - Aluminium double glazed window overlooking the rear aspect, electric log burner effect fire, 3x radiators, 2 x overheard ceiling light points. **First Floor Landing** - Giving access to the three bedrooms and family bathroom. **Bathroom** - 1.81m x 2.29m (5'11" x 7'6" ) - Three piece suite comprising of corner bath with electric shower head over, WC, and wash hand basin. Double glazed window with obscure glazed panel overlooking rear aspect . Giving access to the loft. **Bedroom Two** - 2.31m x 4.15m (7'6" x 13'7" ) - UPVC double glazed window overlooking side aspect, radiator. **Bedroom Three** - 2.17m (maximum) x 2.74m (maximum) (7'1" (maximum) - UPVC double glazed window overlooking the front aspect **Bedroom One** - 3.25m x 4.12m (maximum) (10'7" x 13'6" (maximum)) - UPVC double glazed window overlooking the front aspect, radiator. **Garden Room** - 2.89m x 4.74m (9'5" x 15'6" ) - Fully insulated, having electric points and electric log burner effect fire. ## Property Photos - ![20260618_102739675_iOS.jpg](/listings/photos/89926836/725257) - 20260618_102739675_iOS.jpg - ![20260618_090010845_iOS.jpg](/listings/photos/89926836/725258) - 20260618_090010845_iOS.jpg - ![20260618_090023971_iOS.jpg](/listings/photos/89926836/725259) - 20260618_090023971_iOS.jpg - ![20260618_100919399_iOS.jpg](/listings/photos/89926836/725260) - 20260618_100919399_iOS.jpg - ![20260618_100331269_iOS.jpg](/listings/photos/89926836/725261) - 20260618_100331269_iOS.jpg - 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 27 PARK LANE, KNYPERSLEY, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7AT | £141,000 | 06/01/2011 | Semi-detached | | 27 PARK LANE, KNYPERSLEY, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7AT | £160,000 | 07/12/2007 | Semi-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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 18 VILLA CLOSE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 6LJ | £180,000 | 12/12/2025 | Semi-detached | | 20 CONWAY ROAD, KNYPERSLEY, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7AL | £327,500 | 10/10/2025 | Semi-detached | | 12 PARK LANE, KNYPERSLEY, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7AU | £293,000 | 12/09/2025 | Semi-detached | | 33 LYNMOUTH CLOSE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 6LS | £140,000 | 15/12/2023 | Semi-detached | | 24 CONWAY ROAD, KNYPERSLEY, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7AL | £320,000 | 24/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 58 PARK LANE, KNYPERSLEY, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7AU | £220,000 | 21/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 1 CHURCH CLOSE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 6NB | £152,000 | 17/10/2023 | Semi-detached | | 2 PARK LANE, KNYPERSLEY, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7AU | £192,000 | 08/09/2023 | Semi-detached | | 1 MILNER'S WAY, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 6NF | £180,500 | 08/09/2023 | Semi-detached | | 40 KNOWLE ROAD, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 6LH | £127,500 | 30/06/2023 | Semi-detached | | 16 CASTLEVIEW, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 6LF | £130,900 | 16/06/2023 | Semi-detached | | 113 LYNMOUTH CLOSE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 6LS | £111,000 | 09/06/2023 | Semi-detached | | 5 WARWICK STREET, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 6LG | £138,000 | 24/05/2023 | Semi-detached | | 14 MAYFIELD ROAD, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 6LU | £97,000 | 11/05/2023 | Semi-detached | | 113 LYNMOUTH CLOSE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 6LS | £60,000 | 23/02/2023 | Semi-detached | | 68 CHURCH CLOSE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 6LZ | £90,000 | 30/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 14 MAYFIELD ROAD, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 6LU | £85,000 | 18/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 71 ST JOHNS ROAD, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 6LE | £160,000 | 16/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 106 CHURCH CLOSE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 6NA | £157,000 | 11/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 33 MAYFIELD ROAD, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 6LU | £100,000 | 13/10/2022 | Semi-detached | **Area average:** £163,070 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £193,699 (30 Semi-detached, ST8, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +29.1% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Staffordshire Moorlands). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £644/mo - **Realistic:** £716/mo - **Optimistic:** £788/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for East Cheshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £992/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | [Well Street, Biddulph, Stoke-On-Trent, ST8](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/bd732ba) | £1,075/mo | 3 | 0.45 miles | Rightmove | | [Kingsfield Road,Biddulph, Stoke on Trent](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/e73f86e) | £1,150/mo | 3 | 0.47 miles | Rightmove | **Average rent: £1,113/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.45% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £139,125 - **Target investor price (1%):** £111,300 *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 £1,113/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 5.3% - **Cost-to-rent:** 18.7× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-8/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -0.1% *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:** £2,404/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 27.1% - **10y growth:** 73.4% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Staffordshire Moorlands; Semi-detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 3% - **5y growth (index):** 18.4% - **10y growth (index):** 55.8% ## 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)