# 5 bedroom detached house for sale (ST15 8ZS) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 22 JOULES DRIVE, STONE, STONE, STAFFORDSHIRE ST15 8ZS | | Price | £489,500 | | Bedrooms | 5 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Council tax | F | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1996-2002 | | Floor area | 158 m² | | Last sold | £285,000 Oct 2003 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 20/02/2034 - **Current heating cost:** £1,581/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £12,400 ### Recommendations - F (£200 - £400) - I (£2,200 - £3,000) - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2194-3035-7202-7694-1204) ## Description If homes were part of the Crown Jewels, this one would be locked in the Tower with guards on standby. Sitting proudly on Joules Drive and casually showing off along the Trent & Mersey Canal, this five-bedroom executive family home isn’t just impressive—it’s basically property royalty. Spread across three gloriously spacious floors, there’s enough room here for everyone to live like kings, queens… or, at the very least, people who no longer argue over who gets the biggest bedroom. Step inside to a generously sized entrance hall which provides easy access across the ground floor of this home. The living room boasts plenty of space for the whole family to relax, and glazed French doors lead into the beating heart of this home. Here, you will discover an expansive, wraparound conservatory that overlooks the garden and has been upgraded by the current owners to offer a fitted bar area, making this the ideal spot for entertaining all your friends and family. The kitchen/dining room features a shaker-style kitchen with plenty of cabinetry space, room for family meals and access into a separate utility room. The versatile family room is perfect for working from home or having a playroom for little ones. A handy W/C completes the ground floor. The first and second floors offer five generously sized bedrooms, two of which offer their own en suite shower rooms, and all bedrooms have fitted storage spaces. The family bathroom is located on the first floor with a bath, a separate shower, a sink, and. W/C. This home is perfectly laid out for busy family life. Outside, a stunning garden awaits with patio and decked seating spaces that wrap around the home, a fitted hot tub space, and yes, the hot tub comes included! To the front, a lush grass lawn spreads and provides further garden space. You also benefit from a double garage with fitted storage spaces and off-road parking in front. **Location** **Stone** is a charming market and canal town situated on the **River Trent**, between the larger towns of **Stafford** and **Stoke-on-Trent, **close to the **A34**, **M6**, and **mainline train stations**, giving easy access to Stafford, Stoke, and beyond. The town boasts a vibrant **high street** filled with independent shops, cafés, and restaurants, alongside regular **farmers’ and craft markets**. Stone is also celebrated for its thriving **food and drink scene**, most notably the annual **Stone Food & Drink Festival**, which showcases local produce and artisan talent. For leisure and outdoor pursuits, the nearby **Trent and Mersey Canal** provides scenic towpaths for walking and cycling, while **Westbridge Park** and surrounding countryside offer plenty of green space. Stone has a **3-tier schooling system** with popular first, middle and high schools all within the town as well as highly regarded independent schools. With a blend of historic charm, strong community spirit, and convenient access to both rural and urban amenities, Stone offers an attractive place to live, work, and visit in the heart of Staffordshire. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150679) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150684) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150688) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150694) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150700) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150703) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150708) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150714) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150719) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150723) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150728) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150731) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150736) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150740) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150744) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150748) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150752) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150756) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150758) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150763) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150767) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150772) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150774) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150777) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150780) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150785) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150789) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150793) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150798) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150802) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150807) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/174444884/150810) ## Floorplans - ![All](/listings/photos/174444884/150816) - All - ![All](/listings/photos/174444884/150820) - All ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 22 JOULES DRIVE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8ZS | £285,000 | 31/10/2003 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 9 CRESSEY CLOSE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8ZT | £495,000 | 19/01/2026 | Detached | | 130 NAVIGATION LOOP, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8ZH | £500,000 | 05/12/2025 | Detached | | BRABAZON LODGE, MEAFORD, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 0PX | £495,000 | 27/10/2023 | Detached | | COLLINGWOOD MEAFORD ROAD, MEAFORD, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8UX | £810,000 | 31/03/2023 | Detached | | 6 SALTERSFORD RISE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8ZY | £420,000 | 25/10/2022 | Detached | | 29 NAVIGATION LOOP, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8ZH | £475,000 | 13/05/2022 | Detached | | 118 NAVIGATION LOOP, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8ZH | £375,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached | | 57 NAVIGATION LOOP, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8ZH | £440,000 | 17/02/2022 | Detached | | 142 NAVIGATION LOOP, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8ZH | £452,500 | 28/01/2022 | Detached | **Area average:** £495,833 (9 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £409,613 (32 Detached, ST15, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +19.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Stafford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £799/mo - **Realistic:** £888/mo - **Optimistic:** £977/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Staffordshire North (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £798/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.18% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £111,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £88,800 *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 Area rent estimate.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £3,098/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 7.6% - **10y growth:** 24.5% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Stafford; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 3.1% - **5y growth (index):** 25.5% - **10y growth (index):** 50.7% ## 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)