7 BROOK SIDE
STAFFORD, RANTON, STAFFORDSHIRE ST18 9JA
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
125 m²
Council tax band
E
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Last sold
£230,000 Sep 2004
Price per m²
£3,600/m²
Local average
£509,354 (-11.7%)
Deprivation
Decile 7 (23,442 of 33,755)
Street crime
1 incident within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Sought After Village Location
- Immaculately Presented Throughout
- Four Bedroom Detached Home
- Stunning Living/Dining Room
- Conservatory Overlooking The Garden
- En-Suite, Family Shower Room & Guest WC
- Landscaped Rear Garden
- Driveway & Double Garage
Additional details
- Parking
- Garage, Driveway
- Garden
- Front garden, Rear garden
- Listed property
- No
- Restrictions
- No
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
If you've been dreaming of swapping traffic noise for birdsong, Brookside might just be your perfect next chapter.
There is something rather special about village life, and in Ranton you get the best of both worlds. Surrounded by beautiful Staffordshire countryside yet within easy reach of Stafford, commuter links and amenities, this charming village offers a wonderful sense of community and a pace of life that many aspire to but few find. With its highly regarded primary school, historic church, village hall and endless opportunities for countryside walks right from your doorstep, it is easy to see why homes here are so sought after.
Occupying an enviable position within this desirable cul-de-sac, this immaculately presented detached family home has been thoughtfully maintained and enhanced to create a superb home perfectly suited to modern family living.
The accommodation begins with a welcoming entrance hallway where a striking contemporary wood and glass balustrade staircase immediately creates an impressive first impression. Doors lead through to all the principal ground floor rooms, including a useful guest WC.
The heart of the home is undoubtedly the stunning dual aspect L-shaped living and dining room. Offering excellent proportions and flooded with natural light, this versatile space is ideal for both entertaining guests and everyday family life. A cast iron stove set within the chimney breast provides a cosy focal point during the cooler months, whilst double doors open seamlessly into the conservatory.
The conservatory is a fantastic addition to the property and provides a wonderful place to relax throughout the year. Enjoying delightful views of the garden, it creates a seamless connection between the house and outside space, with double doors opening directly onto the patio seating area.
The kitchen diner is equally impressive, offering ample space for family meals and informal gatherings. The kitchen itself is fitted with an attractive range of units complemented by work surfaces and a selection of integrated appliances including a double oven, hob, fridge and dishwasher. A separate utility room provides additional storage and workspace whilst accommodating further household appliances.
Upstairs, the first floor offers four well proportioned bedrooms. Two are generous double rooms, whilst the principal bedroom benefits from the luxury of its own en-suite bathroom. Completing the accommodation is a stylish family shower room fitted with a contemporary suite.
Externally, the property continues to impress. To the front, a substantial driveway provides parking for at least three vehicles and access to the double garage, part of which has been thoughtfully incorporated into the kitchen diner to create additional living space. A neatly maintained lawn further enhances the property's kerb appeal.
The rear garden has been beautifully landscaped to provide a private and peaceful outdoor retreat. Mature conifer screening creates an excellent degree of privacy, whilst a block paved patio offers the perfect space for outdoor dining and summer entertaining. Beyond lies a well maintained lawn complemented by attractive decorative borders, creating a garden that is both practical and visually appealing.
For families seeking generous living space, a superb plot and the charm of village living, this exceptional home offers an opportunity not to be missed.
EPC Rating: D
Listed by
Stafford
Dourish & Day
Reference: 89398797
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 19/02/2026
Current heating cost: £1,178/year
Potential heating cost: £928/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £19,350
Recommendations
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
- Replace boiler with new condensing boiler (£2,200 - £3,500)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #13327756
Property Details
Street: 7 Brook Side
Town: Ranton
Postcode: ST18 9JA
Installation Details
Items: 1 door
Certificate Issued: 31/12/2018
Work Completed: 28/11/2018
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
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £450,000 | +95.7% |
| Sold | 17/09/2004 (21 years ago) | £230,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ABBEYSIDE, RANTON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 9JF | £390,000 | 09/08/2023 | Detached |
| 4 BROOK SIDE, RANTON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 9JA | £415,000 | 25/08/2021 | Detached |
Area average: £402,500 (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): Stafford. Series: Detached. 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 Mid Staffs: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Village Hall | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Five Lanes Ends | 0.8 miles |
| Shop | Unknown | 2.6 miles |
| Shop | Red Lion Farm Shop | 2.6 miles |
| Train station | Unknown | 3.3 miles |
| Train station | Stafford | 3.9 miles |
| Hospital | St George's Hospital | 4.4 miles |
| Hospital | County Hospital | 4.9 miles |
| University | Staffordshire University Blackheath Lane Site | 5.9 miles |
| University | Harper Adams University | 9.3 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Drugs | 1 |
| Total incidents | 1 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery | Primary | 0.3 miles | Requires improvement — 18 May 2022 |
| Cooper Perry Primary School | Primary | 1.6 miles | Good — 3 Oct 2011 |
| Haughton St Giles CofE Primary Academy | Primary | 2.4 miles | Good — 14 Nov 2012 |
| Walton Hall Academy | Other | 2.6 miles | Good — 9 May 2017 |
| Gnosall St Lawrence Coe Primary Academy | Primary | 2.7 miles | Good — 14 Nov 2013 |
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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).