43 ASHBOURNE ROAD
LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE ST13 5AU
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
109 m²
Council tax band
B
EPC rating
E
Year built
England and Wales: before 1900
Last sold
£175,000 Sep 2021
Price per m²
£2,064/m²
Local average
£148,910 (+51.1%)
Deprivation
Decile 3 (8,536 of 33,755)
Street crime
128 incidents within 1 mile (Jun 2026)
Key features
- Beautifully presented two-bedroom terraced home
- Popular Ashbourne Road location in Leek
- Abundance of charming original features
- Welcoming entrance hall with Minton tiled flooring
- Characterful lounge with bay window and feature fireplace
- Generous and versatile separate dining room
- Useful kitchen with dedicated pantry storage
- Spacious family bathroom with bath and walk-in shower
- Two well-proportioned double bedrooms, with fitted wardrobes to Bedroom One
- Private, enclosed and low-maintenance rear courtyard
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Broadband
- FTTP (fibre to the premises)
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Gas central
- Parking
- On street
- Garden
- Yes
- Listed property
- No
- Restrictions
- No
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
Situated on the popular Ashbourne Road in Leek, this beautifully presented two-bedroom terraced home combines charming original features with comfortable and versatile accommodation. Offering two generous reception rooms, a well-equipped kitchen, utility and WC, spacious bedrooms and a superb family bathroom. Externally, a private enclosed courtyard provides a low-maintenance space for relaxing and entertaining. A truly characterful and inviting home, ideally suited to a range of buyers.
Denise White Estate Agent Comments - A beautifully presented and characterful two-bedroom terraced home, ideally positioned on Ashbourne Road in Leek, offering an appealing blend of original features, generous accommodation and a warm, homely feel throughout.
From the moment you step inside, the property immediately makes an impression, with a welcoming entrance hall featuring stunning original Minton tiled flooring, providing a wonderful introduction to the character and quality found throughout the home. The entrance hall provides access to both the lounge and dining room, together with stairs rising to the first floor.
The lounge is a particularly inviting reception room, enjoying an attractive bay window overlooking the front aspect and an abundance of original character. Exposed wooden flooring, picture railing and a feature fireplace combine to create a cosy and timeless space, perfectly suited to relaxing and unwinding.
The dining room is another generously proportioned reception space, again benefiting from beautiful exposed wooden flooring and a charming brick fireplace. Offering excellent versatility, this room could comfortably accommodate a dining table and chairs whilst also providing plenty of scope for alternative uses, depending on the needs of the next owner.
To the rear, the kitchen provides a practical and welcoming space with part-tiled walls and a pleasant outlook. A particularly useful feature is the cleverly utilised under-stairs storage, which has been transformed into a fantastic pantry area, providing excellent additional storage and a charming little feature in its own right. The kitchen also provides access to a useful utility room and downstairs WC.
Upstairs, the first-floor landing continues to offer a sense of practicality, currently incorporating a small home office area which demonstrates the flexibility available within the property. The accommodation is completed by two well-proportioned bedrooms and a superb family bathroom. The bathroom is beautifully presented and generously sized, featuring part-tiled walls, a walk-in shower and separate bath.
Bedroom One is a particularly spacious double bedroom overlooking the front aspect, with the added benefit of fitted wardrobes providing excellent storage. Bedroom Two is also a comfortable double bedroom, positioned to the rear of the property and enjoying a pleasant outlook.
Externally, the property benefits from a delightful enclosed rear courtyard garden. Designed with low maintenance in mind, the space provides a private and inviting outdoor setting, ideal for enjoying a morning coffee, entertaining friends or hosting a summer barbecue.
Overall, this is an exceptionally well-kept and characterful home which combines period charm with practical modern living. With its attractive original features, generous room proportions, versatile accommodation and enclosed rear courtyard, the property offers a fantastic opportunity for those looking for a home with genuine character in a popular and convenient Leek location.
Location - Known as the 'Queen of the Staffordshire Moorlands', Leek is a former textile town with a long and fascinating history.
The unspoilt town centre offers a refreshing alternative from modern shopping malls and has a wealth of independent shops, including former silk mills housing antique and reproduction pine centres, as well as traditional and contemporary furnishings.
Delicious local produce can be found in abundance at traditional butchers, bakers, greengrocers, delicatessens and cafes. Leek is also home to speciality producers of condiments, confectionery, preserves, wine, whisky, craft beers and the traditional Staffordshire oatcake.
Traditional markets abound, both indoors in the beautifully restored Victorian Butter Market and outdoors in the Market Place, offering everything from general goods, antiques and collectables to fine foods and special 'Totally Locally' Sunday markets. And when it comes to wining and dining, you can choose from a tempting selection of cafés, real ale pubs and restaurants.
Entrance Hall -
Lounge - 4.30 x 3.70 (14'1" x 12'1") -
Dining Room - 4.04 x 3.89 (13'3" x 12'9") -
Kitchen - 3.34 x 3.04 (10'11" x 9'11") -
Utility Room - 2.49 x 1.54 (8'2" x 5'0") -
Wc -
First Floor Landing -
Bedroom One - 4.62 x 3.69 (15'1" x 12'1") -
Bedroom Two - 4.03 x 2.99 (13'2" x 9'9") -
Bathroom - 3.10 x 3.03 (10'2" x 9'11") -
Outside - The property enjoys a delightful enclosed rear courtyard, offering a private and low-maintenance outdoor space which is both practical and inviting. Thoughtfully arranged to create a cosy setting, the courtyard is well suited to outdoor seating, entertaining guests or enjoying a summer barbecue, whilst providing an attractive extension of the living accommodation.
Agents Notes - Tenure: Freehold
Services: All mains services connected
Council Tax: Staffordshire Moorlands Band B
No chain involved with the sale
Please Note - Please note that all areas, measurements and distances given in these particulars are approximate and rounded. The text, photographs and floor plans are for general guidance only. Denise White Estate Agents has not tested any services, appliances or specific fittings — prospective purchasers are advised to inspect the property themselves. All fixtures, fittings and furniture not specifically itemised within these particulars are deemed removable by the vendor.
About Your Agent - “Work hard. Stay humble. Always be kind.”
Denise is the Director of Denise White Estate Agents and has worked within the property industry since 1999, bringing many years of experience, local knowledge and, most importantly, a genuine passion for helping people move.
Denise and her team specialise in residential sales and lettings, offering honest advice, personal service and a refreshingly individual approach to estate agency. From traditional homes and country properties to contemporary living and new developments, every property is treated individually, with bespoke marketing designed to showcase not just the home, but the lifestyle it offers.
With professional photography, video, social media and creative property marketing forming an important part of the service, the team is committed to giving every home the exposure and presentation it deserves.
Whether you are selling, buying, letting or renting, or simply looking for some friendly advice about the local property market, Denise and the team would be delighted to help.
For us, estate agency has always been about more than property, it’s about people, their homes and the next chapter of their lives.
We Won! - Denise White Bespoke Estate Agents has been honoured with the esteemed Gold Award for two years running; 2024 & 2025 from the British Property Awards for their exceptional customer service and extensive local marketing knowledge in Leek and its surrounding areas.
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Listed by
Leek
Denise White Estate Agents
Reference: 92231673
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: E
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 27/04/2021
Expiry date: 26/04/2031
Current heating cost: £1,213/year
Potential heating cost: £606/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £20,148
Recommendations
- Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£100 - £350)
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
- Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
- Increase hot water cylinder insulation (£15 - £30)
- Upgrade heating controls (£350 - £450)
- 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)
Registered land (INSPIRE)
This location falls inside an HM Land Registry INSPIRE registered freehold polygon.
Plot: ~141 m² (0.03 acres)
Source: HM Land Registry INSPIRE Index Polygons.
Price history
280% since 2000
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £225,000 | +28.6% |
| Sold | 24/09/2021 (4 years ago) | £175,000 | +280.4% |
| Sold | 18/02/2000 (26 years ago) | £46,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 SHIRBURN ROAD, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 6LD | £155,000 | 16/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 46 QUEEN STREET, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 6LL | £149,000 | 05/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 38 WOOD STREET, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 5LX | £158,000 | 19/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 77 GROSVENOR STREET, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 5LY | £93,500 | 01/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 27 QUEEN STREET, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 6LS | £250,000 | 01/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 48 WOOD STREET, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 5LX | £152,500 | 29/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 72 ASHBOURNE ROAD, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 5AT | £225,000 | 24/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 97 SHIRBURN ROAD, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 6LD | £143,000 | 17/11/2023 | Terraced |
| Same street 55 ASHBOURNE ROAD, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 5AU | £285,000 | 10/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 17 PARKER STREET, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 6LB | £161,000 | 16/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 10 SHIRBURN ROAD, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 6LE | £202,000 | 16/10/2023 | Terraced |
| Same street 69 ASHBOURNE ROAD, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 5AU | £293,500 | 13/10/2023 | Terraced |
| Same street 45 ASHBOURNE ROAD, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 5AU | £175,000 | 01/09/2023 | Terraced |
| 29 PARKER STREET, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 6LB | £155,000 | 30/06/2023 | Terraced |
| 25 OSBORNE STREET, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 6LJ | £185,000 | 24/05/2023 | Terraced |
| 6 SHIRBURN ROAD, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 6LE | £185,000 | 17/05/2023 | Terraced |
| 7 PORTLAND STREET, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 6LA | £175,000 | 14/04/2023 | Terraced |
| 3 PARKER STREET, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 6LB | £176,000 | 13/04/2023 | Terraced |
| 9 CAWDRY BUILDINGS, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 6JP | £110,000 | 16/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 11 SHIRBURN ROAD, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 6LD | £150,000 | 19/01/2023 | Terraced |
| 94 BUXTON ROAD, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 6EE | £120,000 | 12/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 51 PORTLAND STREET, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 6JZ | £145,000 | 07/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 37 GROSVENOR STREET, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 5NA | £149,950 | 31/10/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 63 ASHBOURNE ROAD, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 5AU | £297,000 | 22/07/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 73 ASHBOURNE ROAD, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 5AU | £350,000 | 26/04/2022 | Terraced |
Street average: £280,100 (5 sales)
Area average: £161,998 (20 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): Staffordshire Moorlands. Series: Terraced. As of May 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Staffordshire Moorlands. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Staffordshire Moorlands.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Staffordshire North: £479/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Parker Street | 0.0 miles |
| Shop | The Corner Cupboard Convenience Store | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Tiger Bite | 0.2 miles |
| University | Tovell Building, Buxton & Leek College | 0.3 miles |
| University | Buxton & Leek College | 0.3 miles |
| Train station | Leek (Churnet Valley) | 1.0 miles |
| Train station | Leek Brook | 1.8 miles |
| Hospital | John Munroe Hospital | 3.1 miles |
| Hospital | Haywood Hospital Walk-in Centre | 8.0 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 52 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 33 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 14 |
| Public order | 10 |
| Shoplifting | 5 |
| Burglary | 3 |
| Drugs | 3 |
| Other theft | 3 |
| Other crime | 2 |
| Vehicle crime | 2 |
| Possession of weapons | 1 |
| Total incidents | 128 |
Within 1 mile during Jun 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leek First School | Primary | 0.1 miles | Good — 22 Jun 2016 |
| Springfield School | Other | 0.2 miles | Good — 17 Nov 2022 |
| Leek High School | Secondary | 0.3 miles | Requires improvement — 11 Jul 2024 |
| The Meadows School | Other | 0.3 miles | Good — 10 Oct 2019 |
| All Saints CofE First School | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 4 Apr 2014 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Buxton Road, ST13 | £695/mo | 2 | 0.17 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed End Terrace, Queen St, ST13 | £750/mo | 2 | 0.19 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £723/mo (2 listings)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- 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).