Sold STC Semi-detached

78 WILSTHORPE ROAD

NOTTINGHAM, LONG EATON, DERBYSHIRE NG10 3JW

3 beds 1 baths 1,163 sq ft Listed 5 Sep 2024 (-625d)

£250,000

Guide Price

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

108 m²

Council tax band

B

EPC rating

E

Year built

England and Wales: 1900-1929

Last sold

£260,000 Feb 2025

Price per m²

£2,315/m²

Local average

£213,136 (+17.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 7 (22,239 of 33,755)

Street crime

177 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

  • Victorian Family Home
  • Recently Refurbished
  • Ideal Location for Transport Links, Schools and Local Amenities
  • Three Double Bedrooms
  • Perfect for First Time Buyers or a Growing Family!
  • Conservatory Extension
  • Open Plan Living

Additional details

Garden
Yes

Description

GUIDE PRICE: £250,000 - £260,000
Nestled in the heart of Wilsthorpe Road, this stunning Victorian property seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern comfort. Offering an unbeatable location for local amenities, excellent transport links, and access to reputable schools, this home is ideal for families and first-time buyers alike.
Upon entering, you are welcomed by a porch, the perfect place to kick off your shoes and hang up your coat after a long day. From here, step into the inviting hallway that sets the tone for the rest of this beautifully maintained home.
To your right, the open-plan living and dining area unfolds—a perfect balance of distinct character and functional design. The living room, a warm and cozy retreat, is centered around a charming log burner, making it the ideal space for relaxation during colder months. Adjacent to this, the dining room comfortably accommodates a six-seater table, offering a wonderful space for family meals or entertaining guests. This area boasts its own character with an exposed feature fireplace that adds a touch of rustic elegance.
The kitchen is a true highlight, offering ample worktop space and cabinetry for all your culinary needs. Whether cooking for the family or hosting friends, the layout makes meal preparation a breeze. A large pantry provides additional storage, while the convenience of a downstairs WC adds to the practicality of the space.
To the rear, you will find a versatile conservatory—ideal as a second reception room, home office, or playroom—whatever suits your lifestyle. This bright, airy room leads seamlessly out to the rear garden through elegant patio doors.
The garden is perfect for families and entertaining, featuring ample space for children to play and a decked area where you can enjoy summer barbecues or evening drinks. Rear-side access is also available, adding convenience.
Heading upstairs, the property continues to impress with three spacious double bedrooms, each offering plenty of room for all your bedroom furniture and personal touches. The family bathroom is a beautifully finished three-piece suite, designed to the highest standard, providing both functionality and style.
This home is truly one not to be missed. With its blend of character, modern touches, and excellent location, it's perfect for growing families or those looking to step onto the property ladder. Call us today to arrange your viewing and see for yourself why this property won't stay on the market for long!

Listed by

Beeston & Long Eaton

The Property Franchise Group

Reference: 152102192

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: E

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 08/12/2020

Current heating cost: £1,404/year

Potential heating cost: £924/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £24,500

Recommendations

  • 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
  • Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

2D Plan

2D Plan

3D Plan

3D Plan

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

EPC 1

FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #14652676 Recent

Property Details

Street: 78 Wilsthorpe Road

Town: Long Eaton

Postcode: NG10 3JW

Installation Details

Items: 1 window

Certificate Issued: 27/06/2021

Work Completed: 18/06/2021

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

126% since 2004

Event Date Price % change
Sold 28/02/2025 (1 year ago) £260,000 +67.7%
Sold 04/09/2014 (11 years ago) £155,000 +34.8%
Sold 02/04/2004 (22 years ago) £115,000

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
109 WILSTHORPE ROAD, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3LE £165,633 21/11/2025 Semi-detached
11 KIRKDALE ROAD, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3HZ £265,000 29/08/2025 Semi-detached
39 CEDAR AVENUE, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3JQ £160,000 07/02/2025 Semi-detached
69 BIRCHWOOD AVENUE, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3ND £177,000 31/01/2025 Semi-detached
11A SYCAMORE ROAD, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3JR £263,000 15/12/2023 Semi-detached
23 BERKELEY AVENUE, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3JY £235,000 03/11/2023 Semi-detached
24 CEDAR AVENUE, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3JQ £266,000 20/10/2023 Semi-detached
39 HAWTHORNE AVENUE, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3NG £170,000 02/10/2023 Semi-detached
1 ELIOT CLOSE, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3LS £225,000 24/07/2023 Semi-detached
3 BERKELEY AVENUE, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3JY £240,000 28/04/2023 Semi-detached
76 HAWTHORNE AVENUE, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3NF £260,000 05/04/2023 Semi-detached
25 BERKELEY AVENUE, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3JY £186,954 04/04/2023 Semi-detached
24 VICTORIA STREET, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3EW £82,500 03/04/2023 Semi-detached
3 WIDDOWSON ROAD, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3SY £190,000 31/03/2023 Semi-detached
2A RUSKIN AVENUE, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3LD £225,000 04/01/2023 Semi-detached
30 HAWTHORNE AVENUE, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3NF £155,000 16/12/2022 Semi-detached
31 CEDAR AVENUE, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3JQ £240,000 13/12/2022 Semi-detached
75 MYRTLE AVENUE, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3LZ £235,000 06/12/2022 Semi-detached
105 WILSTHORPE ROAD, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3LE £250,000 02/12/2022 Semi-detached
34 RUSKIN AVENUE, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3LD £221,000 18/11/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 12 WILSTHORPE ROAD, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3JW £205,000 28/01/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 4 WILSTHORPE ROAD, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3JW £177,500 01/12/2021 Semi-detached
Same street PARAGON WORKS UNIT 5 WILSTHORPE ROAD, LONG EATON, NOTTINGHAM, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE, NG10 3JW £130,000 05/08/2021 Other

Street average: £170,833 (3 sales)

Area average: £210,604 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 24.7%
10y growth 58.1%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Erewash. Series: Semi-detached. As of February 2026.

1y (index) -1%
5y (index) 20.9%
10y (index) 57%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Erewash. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £749/mo
Realistic £832/mo
Optimistic £915/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Erewash.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Nottingham: £748/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Train Station / Wilsthorpe Road 0.0 miles
Bus stop Ruskin Avenue / Ruskin Avenue End 0.1 miles
Train station Long Eaton 0.1 miles
Shop The Farm Shop 0.1 miles
Shop Diamond Motors 0.2 miles
Train station East Midlands Parkway 2.0 miles
Hospital Cygnet Hospital Derby 7.1 miles
University Chaucer Study Space 7.4 miles
Hospital Florence Nightingale Community Hospital 7.7 miles
University Loughborough University 8.8 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 65
Anti-social behaviour 28
Other theft 17
Shoplifting 16
Criminal damage and arson 13
Public order 11
Vehicle crime 8
Drugs 6
Burglary 4
Other crime 4
Possession of weapons 3
Bicycle theft 2
Total incidents 177

Within 1 mile during Mar 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
The Long Eaton School Secondary 0.4 miles Requires improvement — 24 Apr 2024
Dovedale Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 28 Mar 2023
Stanton Vale School Other 0.5 miles Good — 18 Mar 2014
Sawley Infant and Nursery School Primary 0.6 miles Good — 18 Mar 2024
Sawley Junior School Primary 0.6 miles Good — 7 Nov 2017

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 Semi-Detached House, Sycamore Road, NG10 £1,300/mo 3 0.17 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,300/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.52%
Max investor price (0.8%) £162,500
Target investor price (1%) £130,000
Gross yield 6.2%
Cost-to-rent ratio 16×
Monthly cashflow £160/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 2.7%
  • 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).