49 ETCHING HILL ROAD
RUGELEY, RUGELEY, STAFFORDSHIRE WS15 2LW
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
390 m²
Council tax band
G
Last sold
£700,000 Jul 2008
Local average
£541,891 (+222.9%)
Deprivation
Decile 9 (28,300 of 33,755)
Street crime
51 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Accommodation exceeding 4,000 sq. ft in total
- Set within a delightful 0.8 acre plot
- Beautiful, unobstructed countryside views
- Just two miles from Rugeley Town centre
- Large open plan kitchen lounge diner
- Two further ground floor reception rooms
- Four double bedrooms, two en suite
- Detached one bedroom, two storey annexe
- Freehold | EPC Rating: D | Council Tax Band: G
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Broadband
- FTTP (fibre to the premises), FTTC (fibre to the cabinet)
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Ground Floor
The front entrance opens into a statement reception hall extending the full depth of the property. Bathed in natural light from its dual aspect and centred around a log burner, this luxurious space sets an immediate sense of quality and elegance for the accommodation to follow.
To the left of the reception hall is a versatile triple-aspect room, currently used as a home office, though equally well suited as a snug or playroom. Also on the left-hand side is the principal sitting room, an impressive space arranged into two distinct zones. The main sitting area benefits from a bay window to the side aspect, a central fireplace with inset log burner and a stone surround and mantel, flanked by alcove display shelving. This room flows seamlessly into the orangery, a beautiful, fully glazed reception room with roof lantern and bi-fold doors opening onto the garden, offering wonderful views out and an abundance of natural light.
To the right of the reception hall is the true heart of the home and a real family / entertaining area; the expansive, open plan kitchen, lounge dining space. The generous kitchen is fitted with a collection of high-gloss base and wall units, complemented by a central island with breakfast bar seating and a comprehensive suite of integrated appliances including two electric ovens, an electric grill, a dishwasher, five-burner gas hob and extractor above. Bi-fold doors open from the kitchen directly onto the garden, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living.
The dining area links effortlessly with the kitchen and the adjoining lounge space, which provides a relaxed seating area enjoying fantastic, far reaching countryside views and further bi-fold doors opening to an additional patio area. A utility room sits off the dining area, while a ground floor WC is accessed from the reception hall, completing the ground floor accommodation.
First Floor
Stairs ascend from the reception hall, to a bright, spacious landing and onto the extent of the accommodation at first floor level. The principal bedroom is a particularly impressive suite, spanning the full depth of the property and enjoying superb far-reaching countryside views, particularly towards the north-east. The principal bedroom incorporates a walk-through dressing area, a generous bedroom with two banks of fitted wardrobes, and a large en-suite bathroom. The modern, fully tiled en-suite is fitted with a dual vanity wash basin with backlit LED mirrors, low-level WC, fitted bath with shower attachment, and a sauna.
There are three further generous double bedrooms at first floor level. One is positioned to the rear, one to the front, and one to the side elevation, the latter enjoying a bay window to the side elevation and its own en-suite shower and separate WC.
A contemporary family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms and is fully tiled, featuring a freestanding bath, a large dual sided shower enclosure, wall-mounted WC and vanity wash basin. A separate WC sits adjacent to the family bathroom.
Annex
What was formerly a detached double garage has been cleverly converted to provide high-quality ancillary accommodation. The ground floor comprises an open-plan lounge and dining space, adjoining a contemporary, fully fitted kitchen with breakfast bar seating. The first floor hosts a double bedroom with an adjacent three piece en-suite shower room. The annexe is ideal for guests, extended family, home working or potential income, subject to any necessary consents.
Outside
The property is accessed via electric double gates off Etching Hill Road, leading onto a substantial gravel driveway providing ample off-road parking, in addition to the two bay, oak framed car port. The front boundary is attractively tree-lined, offering excellent privacy from the road, while the front of the property is appealingly framed by areas of lawn and established planting including hydrangeas and box hedging.
The rear garden is private and predominantly laid to lawn, interspersed with several patio seating areas. Two of the patios are positioned directly off the kitchen/diner, another is accessed from the orangery, and a further feature patio sits centrally within the garden, providing an ideal space for outdoor entertaining. The boundaries are well established, with a combination of mature trees, shrubs and evergreens creating a secluded and peaceful setting.
Location
Westring is just 2 miles from the popular market town of Rugeley and 9 miles from Lichfield, yet is nestled within the scenic Staffordshire countryside, sat on the fringe of Cannock Chase, an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, renowned as one of England’s most picturesque landscapes - ideal for walking, cycling, and horse riding in a serene setting. Blithfield Reservoir (6 miles) and Chasewater Country Park (8 miles) offer further opportunities for recreational activities.
Families are well served by excellent schooling in the area, with notable, nearby schools to include; St Marys Primary School, Lichfield Cathedral School, Repton School, and Denstone College.
There are excellent transport links, with direct train services to London available from Rugeley (2 miles), Lichfield (9 miles), and Stafford (9 miles). The property is within easy reach of major road networks including the M6, M6 Toll, M42, A50, and A38 — making it an ideal location ideal for commuters.
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Services, Utilities & Property Information
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: G
Local Authority: Staffordshire County Council and Cannock Chase District Council
EPC Rating: D (Valid until 30 November 2035)
Property Construction: Standard
Electricity Supply: Mains
Water Supply: Mains
Drainage & Sewerage: Mains
Heating: Mains Gas
Broadband: FTTC / FTTP Ultrafast Fibre Broadband connection available. We advise you to check with your provider.
Mobile Signal/Coverage: 4G/5G mobile signal is available in the area. We advise you to check with your provider.
Parking: Garage and Driveway
Listed by
Birmingham
Newman Estate Agents
Reference: 170422019
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
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Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
159% since 1998
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 31/07/2008 (17 years ago) | £700,000 | +159.3% |
| Sold | 23/04/1998 (28 years ago) | £270,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 WEST BUTTS ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LS | £640,000 | 28/11/2025 | Detached |
| 21 EAST BUTTS ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LU | £630,000 | 07/11/2025 | Detached |
| 7 HENLEY GRANGE, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2FE | £665,000 | 13/12/2023 | Detached |
| 49 MOUNT ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LR | £655,000 | 04/08/2023 | Detached |
| 19 EAST BUTTS ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LU | £450,000 | 10/03/2023 | Detached |
| 9 LARKHOLME CLOSE, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LP | £320,000 | 09/12/2022 | Detached |
| 10 WEST BUTTS ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LS | £485,000 | 24/05/2022 | Detached |
| 7 LARKHOLME CLOSE, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LP | £293,000 | 25/02/2022 | Detached |
| 4 OAKFIELD CLOSE, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2FJ | £660,000 | 10/12/2021 | Detached |
| 1 HENLEY GRANGE, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2FE | £699,995 | 11/08/2021 | Detached |
| 191 CHASELEY ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LN | £340,000 | 08/07/2021 | Detached |
| 164 CHASELEY ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LN | £370,000 | 28/06/2021 | Detached |
| 166 CHASELEY ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LN | £485,000 | 21/06/2021 | Detached |
| 3 WEST BUTTS ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LS | £490,000 | 11/06/2021 | Detached |
Area average: £513,071 (14 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): Cannock Chase. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cannock Chase. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cannock Chase.
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 | Etching Hill Crossroads | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Spar | 0.7 miles |
| Shop | Unknown | 0.8 miles |
| Train station | Rugeley Town | 1.4 miles |
| Train station | Rugeley Trent Valley | 1.5 miles |
| Hospital | Cannock Chase Hospital | 5.6 miles |
| University | Staffordshire University Blackheath Lane Site | 5.7 miles |
| Hospital | Beacon Park Hospital | 5.9 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 28 |
| Public order | 5 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 4 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 3 |
| Other theft | 3 |
| Shoplifting | 3 |
| Possession of weapons | 2 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 51 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The John Bamford Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 30 Nov 2013 |
| Etching Hill CofE Primary Academy | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 17 Dec 2013 |
| The Hart School | Secondary | 0.7 miles | Good — 27 Apr 2018 |
| Forest Hills Primary School | Primary | 0.8 miles | Requires improvement — 9 Oct 2023 |
| JP Alternative Education | Other | 0.9 miles | Good — 20 Nov 2023 |
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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).