47 FLAXMAN CLOSE
STOKE-ON-TRENT, BARLASTON, STAFFORDSHIRE ST12 9BU
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
86 m²
Council tax band
A
EPC rating
C
Year built
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Last sold
£180,000 Mar 2021
Price per m²
£2,558/m²
Local average
£625,000 (-64.8%)
Deprivation
Decile 4 (11,626 of 33,755)
Street crime
85 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Beautifully presented home in Barlaston being offered for sale with no upwards chain and is ready for you to move straight in!
- L-shaped lounge/diner with bright bay window and modern bifolding doors. Easy open flow into a practical kitchen with wood-effect base/overhead cabinetry, contrasting countertops and plenty of storage
- Two generous double bedrooms plus a further single that's perfect for a nursery, home office, or dressing room. Contemporary bathroom with bath/shower duo, sink, and W/C.
- Expansive gated driveway with ample off-road parking for several vehicles, a lush lawn with protective hedges.
- South-facing rear garden with patio seating space, lush grass lawns and plenty of space for all. Enjoy easy access to the play park and field across the road, suitable for all ages.
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Broadband
- ADSL copper wire
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Gas central
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
- Listed property
- No
- Restrictions
- No
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
Step into the home via a welcoming hallway that guides you effortlessly from room to room. Begin in the open-plan L-shaped lounge/diner, featuring a bright bay window and contemporary bifolding doors that open onto the rear garden, creating a light-filled, versatile living space. From here, a seamless flow leads into the practical U-shaped kitchen, complete with wood-effect base and overhead cabinetry, plenty of storage, and contrasting countertops—the perfect space for cooking up a storm. Off the hallway, you’ll find an additional storage cupboard with room for appliances, as well as a convenient downstairs W/C.
Upstairs is home to two spacious double bedrooms, along with a further single that’s ideal for a nursery, home office, or even a dressing room. The modern bathroom features floor-to-ceiling tiles, an L-shaped bath/shower duo, and a vanity sink and W/C.
Outside, this home continues to impress with a direct South-facing rear garden with a lush grass lawn and a patio seating area that wraps around the home to the front to an expansive gated driveway with off-road parking, plus an additional front lawn with protective hedges.
Located in the sought-after Barlaston, you are within easy driving distance of Trentham, where you will find a variety of shops, supermarkets, eateries, pubs, restaurants, and the beautiful Trentham Gardens. Commuting is a breeze with the nearby A34 leading you to the A500, A50, M6, and Stoke train station.
Whether you’re entertaining in the open-plan lounge/diner, cooking up a storm in the kitchen, or enjoying the sun in the South-facing garden, life on Flaxman Close is as bright and welcoming as the rooms inside. Don’t miss your chance to claim your own piece of the rainbow—this is a home where memories are made, laughter echoes, and every day feels a little bit golden.
Location
Trentham lies to the South of Stoke-on-Trent and offers a perfect mix of modern living, green surroundings and excellent amenities. Known for its attractive residential streets and family-friendly atmosphere with local schools, including well regarded Trentham Academy and several highly rated primaries
At the heart of the area is Trentham Gardens and Shopping Village, a renowned destination featuring independent boutiques, restaurants, cafés, a garden centre and the award-winning Trentham Estate — ideal for walks, leisure and family days out. Additional amenities include shops, bars and eateries as well as the popular 18-hole Trentham Golf Club.
Trentham benefits from easy access to the A34, A50 and M6, as well as main line rail stations in Stoke and Stafford making it ideal for commuters.
Listed by
Stone
James Du Pavey Ltd
Reference: 169460267
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 07/01/2021
Expiry date: 06/01/2031
Current heating cost: £588/year
Potential heating cost: £546/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £14,500
Recommendations
- 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)
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 #15086981 Recent
Property Details
Street: 47 Flaxman Close
Town: Barlaston
Postcode: ST12 9BU
Installation Details
Items: 1 door
Certificate Issued: 13/03/2022
Work Completed: 29/09/2021
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
102% since 2003
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 05/03/2021 (5 years ago) | £180,000 | +31.4% |
| Sold | 09/12/2016 (9 years ago) | £137,000 | -5.5% |
| Sold | 15/09/2006 (19 years ago) | £144,950 | +62.9% |
| Sold | 21/11/2003 (22 years ago) | £89,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 LIME GROVE, BARLASTON, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST12 9BP | £155,000 | 15/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 3 LIME GROVE, BARLASTON, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST12 9BP | £185,000 | 21/07/2023 | Terraced |
| Same street 49 FLAXMAN CLOSE, BARLASTON, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST12 9BU | £180,000 | 07/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 2 ETRUSCAN WALK, BARLASTON, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST12 9BW | £240,000 | 02/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 1 PORTLAND PLACE, BARLASTON, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST12 9BN | £210,000 | 05/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 10 BELL LANE, BARLASTON, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST12 9BG | £142,000 | 09/02/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 51 FLAXMAN CLOSE, BARLASTON, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST12 9BU | £194,950 | 29/10/2021 | Terraced |
| 15 HACKWOOD CLOSE, BARLASTON, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST12 9BE | £175,000 | 28/09/2021 | Terraced |
| 2 ETRUSCAN WALK, BARLASTON, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST12 9BW | £185,000 | 06/08/2021 | Terraced |
Street average: £187,475 (2 sales)
Area average: £184,571 (7 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: Terraced. 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 Staffordshire North: £593/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Etruscan Walk | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Wedgwood Shop | 0.5 miles |
| Shop | Josiah & Co. | 0.6 miles |
| Train station | Unknown | 1.7 miles |
| Train station | Trentham Leisure | 1.7 miles |
| Hospital | Longton Cottage Hospital | 2.1 miles |
| Hospital | North Staffordshire Nuffield Hospital | 3.5 miles |
| University | University of Staffordshire Stoke Campus | 3.6 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 38 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 17 |
| Burglary | 6 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 5 |
| Other theft | 5 |
| Other crime | 3 |
| Shoplifting | 3 |
| Vehicle crime | 3 |
| Drugs | 2 |
| Public order | 2 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Total incidents | 85 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newstead Primary Academy | Primary | 0.6 miles | Outstanding — 10 Sep 2024 |
| Barlaston CofE (VC) First School | Primary | 0.9 miles | Good — 19 Jun 2024 |
| Strathmore College | Other | 0.9 miles | — (No rating) |
| Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy | Secondary | 1.2 miles | Good — 10 Nov 2017 |
| Kemball School | Other | 1.2 miles | Good — 12 Dec 2012 |
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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).