Sold STC Semi-detached

38 THE GROVE

BIRMINGHAM, GREAT BARR, WEST MIDLANDS B43 7AY

4 beds 2 baths 1,302 sq ft Listed 4 Jul 2024 (-709d)

£340,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

121 m²

Council tax band

C

EPC rating

D

Year built

England and Wales: 1930-1949

Last sold

£157,500 May 2015

Price per m²

£2,810/m²

Local average

£266,172 (+27.7%)

Deprivation

Decile 7 (21,676 of 33,755)

Street crime

70 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • SEMI DETACHED
  • FOUR BEDROOMS
  • THROUGH LOUNGE
  • KITCHEN/DINER
  • GROUND FLOOR SHOWER ROOM
  • FIRST FLOOR FAMILY BATHROOM
  • REAR GARDEN
  • DRIVEWAY

Additional details

Heating
Central
Parking
Garage
Garden
Back garden

Description

SUMMARY
An extended semi-detached home in Great Barr, featuring a through lounge, open-plan kitchen diner, and a converted garage into a ground-floor bedroom with a shower room. Upstairs offers three bedrooms and a family bathroom. The property also benefits from a rear garden and driveway.


DESCRIPTION
This beautifully extended semi-detached home on The Grove, Great Barr, offers spacious and versatile living, perfect for families. As you step through the welcoming entrance hall, you are led into a bright and airy through lounge, seamlessly connecting to an open-plan kitchen diner. This modern space is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, with ample natural light and stylish finishes throughout.

A key feature of this property is the converted garage, which has been transformed into a convenient ground-floor bedroom with its own private shower room-perfect for guests, extended family, or even use as a home office.

Upstairs, the first floor boasts three well-proportioned bedrooms, all offering comfortable living space, along with a contemporary family bathroom.

Outside, the rear garden provides a lovely outdoor retreat, ideal for relaxation or family gatherings. The front driveway offers generous parking space for multiple vehicles, adding to the practicality of this home.

Situated in a sought-after location, the property is within easy reach of highly regarded schools catering to all ages, excellent public transport links, and convenient access to the M6 and M5 motorways, making commuting a breeze. This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a spacious, well-located family home in Great Barr.

Agent Note 
Council Tax Band C

Approach 
Newly laid drive for multiple cars, door into

Porch 
Double glazed window to the side, ceiling light point, door into

Entrance Hall 
Stairs to the first floor, ceiling light point, radiator, understair cupboard, doors to

Through Lounge  26' 8" into bay x 11' 4" ( 8.13m into bay x 3.45m )
Double glazed bay window to the front, two ceiling light points, two radiators, feature fireplace and gas fire, laminate flooring, opening to the kitchen/diner

Kitchen/Diner 20' 9" x 8' 7" ( 6.32m x 2.62m )
Double glazed window to the rear, skylight, patio doors to rear, a range of wall and base units with roll top worksurfaces, stainless steel sink and drainer, double gas cooker point with extractor over, plumbing for both washing machine and dishwasher, spotlights, space for white goods, tiled splash backs.

Bedroom Three 16' 7" x 6' 6" ( 5.05m x 1.98m )
Double glazed window to the front, radiator, ceiling light point

Shower Room 
Shower, wash hand basin, low level WC, heated towel rail, ceiling light point, tiled walls

Landing 
Double glazed window to the side, loft access point, ceiling light point, doors to

Bedroom One 11' to bay x 10' 6" ( 3.35m to bay x 3.20m )
Double glazed window to the front, ceiling light point, fitted wardrobe, radiator

Bedroom Two 12' 5" x 10' 7" ( 3.78m x 3.23m )
Double glazed window to the rear, radiator, ceiling light point

Bedroom Four 7' x 6' 7" ( 2.13m x 2.01m )
Double glazed window to the front, radiator, ceiling light point

Bathroom 
Double glazed window to the rear, bath with shower over, low level wc, radiator, spotlights, tiled walls

Rear Garden 
Patio area, mainly laid to lawn with hedge and fenced borders.



1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.

Listed by

Great Barr

Sequence (UK) Limited - Connells

Reference: 149859524

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 06/07/2024

Expiry date: 05/07/2034

Current heating cost: £1,450/year

Potential heating cost: £1,239/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £18,500

Recommendations

  • 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
  • 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

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC

EPC

FENSA Certificates

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

FENSA Certificate #1117727

Property Details

Street: 38 The Grove

Town: Great Barr

Postcode: B43 7AY

Installation Details

Items: 6 windows

Certificate Issued: 31/10/2003

Work Completed: 03/10/2003

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

75% since 2001

Event Date Price % change
Sold 08/05/2015 (11 years ago) £157,500 +16.7%
Sold 19/10/2009 (16 years ago) £135,000 +50%
Sold 13/07/2001 (24 years ago) £90,000

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
124 CORONATION ROAD, GREAT BARR, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7AX £265,000 07/11/2023 Semi-detached
10 MERRIONS CLOSE, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7AT £219,000 17/08/2023 Semi-detached
50 MERRIONS CLOSE, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7AT £223,000 28/07/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 11 THE GROVE, GREAT BARR, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7AY £202,000 29/06/2023 Semi-detached
55 PEAK HOUSE ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7RY £250,000 28/11/2022 Semi-detached
21 GLENEAGLES DRIVE, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7RX £390,000 01/11/2022 Semi-detached
63 PEAK HOUSE ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7RY £347,000 07/10/2022 Semi-detached
17 PEAK HOUSE ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7RY £265,500 07/10/2022 Semi-detached
122 CORONATION ROAD, GREAT BARR, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7AX £275,000 30/09/2022 Semi-detached
357 BIRMINGHAM ROAD, GREAT BARR, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7AR £235,000 02/09/2022 Semi-detached
145 CORONATION ROAD, GREAT BARR, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7AU £350,000 23/08/2022 Semi-detached
42 PEAK HOUSE ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7SA £290,000 15/08/2022 Semi-detached
345 BIRMINGHAM ROAD, GREAT BARR, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7AR £342,000 04/04/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 14 THE GROVE, GREAT BARR, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7AY £290,000 25/03/2022 Semi-detached
56 PEAK HOUSE ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7SA £313,000 18/03/2022 Semi-detached
19 WILDERNESS LANE, GREAT BARR, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7RT £216,000 01/02/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 10 THE GROVE, GREAT BARR, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7AY £340,000 20/12/2021 Semi-detached
124 CORONATION ROAD, GREAT BARR, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7AX £250,000 05/11/2021 Semi-detached
29 WILDERNESS LANE, GREAT BARR, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7RT £164,000 29/10/2021 Semi-detached
Same street 5 THE GROVE, GREAT BARR, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7AY £285,000 18/10/2021 Terraced
64 MERRIONS CLOSE, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7AT £210,000 27/09/2021 Semi-detached
66 MERRIONS CLOSE, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7AT £184,000 22/09/2021 Semi-detached
112 CORONATION ROAD, GREAT BARR, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7AX £208,000 20/08/2021 Semi-detached
26 GLENEAGLES DRIVE, BIRMINGHAM, SANDWELL, WEST MIDLANDS, B43 7RX £300,000 26/07/2021 Semi-detached

Street average: £279,250 (4 sales)

Area average: £264,825 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 16.3%
10y growth 60.4%

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

1y (index) 4.7%
5y (index) 35.9%
10y (index) 87.1%

Rental Range

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

Low £845/mo
Realistic £939/mo
Optimistic £1,033/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Sandwell.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Birmingham: £1,097/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Birmingham Rd / Chapel Lane 0.1 miles
Shop Great Barr News & Booze 0.8 miles
Shop Esquire 0.8 miles
Train station Tame Bridge Parkway 1.8 miles
Train station Hamstead 2.0 miles
University Maryvale Institute 2.0 miles
University BCU Oscott Gardens 3.4 miles
Hospital Bilston Street Surgery 7.9 miles
Hospital Sir Robert Peel Community Hospital 9.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 37
Public order 7
Shoplifting 7
Criminal damage and arson 5
Other theft 4
Burglary 3
Anti-social behaviour 2
Robbery 2
Other crime 1
Possession of weapons 1
Vehicle crime 1
Total incidents 70

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
St Margaret's CofE Primary School Primary 0.1 miles Good — 21 Sep 2022
Q3 Academy Great Barr Secondary 0.6 miles Good — 17 Apr 2013
Whitecrest Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Good — 9 Jun 2011
Holy Name Catholic Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Good — 16 Feb 2017
Yew Tree Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Good — 16 Nov 2021

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
4 Bed Detached House, Launceston Road, WS5 £1,800/mo 4 1.03 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,800/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

This street 4.3% gross yield avg £279,250 sale, £995/mo rent
Rent ratio 0.53%
Max investor price (0.8%) £225,000
Target investor price (1%) £180,000
Gross yield 6.4%
Cost-to-rent ratio 15.7×
Monthly cashflow £256/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 3.1%
  • This street — Gross yield for this street only (Land Registry sales + rental comparables, same postcode + street).
  • 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).