2 FRANKLIN DRIVE
STOKE-ON-TRENT, BLYTHE BRIDGE, STAFFORDSHIRE ST11 9TN
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Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
151 m²
Council tax band
G
EPC rating
C
Year built
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Last sold
£355,000 Apr 2015
Price per m²
£3,974/m²
Local average
£382,467 (+56.9%)
Deprivation
Decile 8 (24,423 of 33,755)
Street crime
11 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Impressive five bedroom detached family home set over three floors
- Offered for sale with no upward chain
- Occupying a generous corner plot in a sought-after location
- Inviting lounge with bay window and feature fireplace
- Open-plan kitchen/diner with integrated appliances and access to conservatory
- Four well-proportioned first floor bedrooms, one with en-suite, with three benefitting from fitted wardrobes
- Exceptional top floor master suite occupying the entire level with en-suite shower room
- Integral double garage with electric doors, power and lighting, plus ample off-road parking
- Beautifully maintained private rear garden with patio and further seating area
- Quote reference #MK09 Franklin
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Gas central
- Parking
- Driveway
- Garden
- Enclosed garden
Description
This impressive home provides spacious and flexible accommodation, thoughtfully arranged to suit modern family living, with a well-balanced layout and an excellent sense of space both inside and out.
On entering via the welcoming entrance hall, you immediately appreciate the sense of space, with access to all principal ground floor rooms and a staircase rising to the first floor.
The lounge is both spacious and inviting, featuring a bay window allowing plenty of natural light and a feature fireplace creating a focal point, with double doors leading through to the separate dining room. The dining room provides an excellent space for both everyday use and entertaining, linking seamlessly into the kitchen/diner.
The kitchen/diner is a standout feature of the home, offering a spacious and practical layout ideal for modern family living. Fitted with an extensive range of cabinets and marble-effect work surfaces, it incorporates a selection of integrated appliances, including fridge, freezer, dishwasher and microwave, along with space for a range cooker. From here, access leads to a separate utility room with matching cabinetry and space for laundry appliances, as well as a convenient downstairs cloakroom, while the space also opens into a generously sized conservatory, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living and enjoying pleasant views over the rear garden.
To the first floor, a well-balanced layout provides four generously sized bedrooms, perfectly suited to growing families, guest accommodation or home working, with one bedroom benefitting from its own en-suite shower room. Several bedrooms are enhanced by fitted wardrobes, providing excellent built-in storage, while all are well presented and enjoy a pleasant outlook, creating comfortable and versatile spaces throughout.
The family bathroom is fitted with a modern suite comprising a panelled bath, separate shower enclosure, wash hand basin and WC, all finished in a clean and contemporary style.
Occupying the entire top floor, the impressive master suite is a real highlight of the home, offering an exceptional sense of space and privacy, with ample room for both sleeping and dressing areas, enhanced by Velux windows allowing plenty of natural light to flood in. The suite is further complemented by fitted storage and its own en-suite shower room, creating a comfortable and well-appointed retreat away from the rest of the home.
To the front, a block paved driveway provides extensive off-road parking and leads to the integral double garage, fitted with electric up and over doors, power and lighting, along with an electric vehicle charging point. The property sits proudly on a substantial corner plot, with a well-maintained lawn wrapping around to the side, complemented by neatly maintained borders featuring a variety of mature shrubs and trees. A pathway leads to gated access into the rear garden.
To the rear, the property enjoys a beautifully maintained and private garden, with an Indian stone patio providing an ideal space for outdoor seating and entertaining, leading onto a well-kept lawn bordered by mature shrubs and trees. A further seating area to the rear features a charming summerhouse-style gazebo, creating a peaceful and versatile space to enjoy.
The property occupies a sought-after position within Stallington, offering convenient access to a range of local amenities, well-regarded schools and excellent commuter links, making it particularly appealing to families and those looking to travel further afield.
Overall, this is an impressive and well-maintained home, offering an excellent combination of space, versatility and a desirable setting. Perfectly suited to modern family living, it presents a fantastic opportunity for those seeking both space and flexibility in a long-term home.
For more information or to arrange a viewing, please get in touch — quote reference #MK09 Franklin.
Secure Sale & Buyer Information Pack Disclosure: This property is being marketed with a Secure Sale Pack, designed to help speed up the transaction and provide greater certainty for both buyers and sellers.As part of this process, key legal searches are ordered at the point the property is listed, rather than after a sale is agreed. This work, which can typically take several weeks in a standard transaction, is prepared upfront and made available to the successful buyer as part of their legal due diligence.To proceed with an offer, the successful buyer will be required to purchase the Buyer Information Pack at a cost of £325 + VAT. This pack includes the searches and supporting legal information that a buyer would usually need to obtain separately after agreeing a purchase.In addition, and in line with UK Anti-Money Laundering regulations, all purchasers and any giftors contributing funds must complete AML (Anti-Money Laundering) checks. These checks are payable separately and are required before the transaction can progress.
This upfront approach helps:* Reduce delays once an offer is agreed* Improve transparency for all parties* Support a smoother and more reliable sales process
Disclaimer Statement: These property particulars are issued in good faith but do not form part of any offer or contract. All descriptions, floorplans, photographs and other information are provided as a guide only and may not be exact. Buyers are advised to verify key facts such as tenure, planning permissions, fixtures and fittings, lease length, ground rent, service charges, council tax band and energy performance rating through their legal representative. Where applicable, this property is marketed with a Secure Sale Pack, designed to support a faster and more transparent transaction. The successful buyer will be required to purchase the Buyer Information Pack at a cost of £325 + VAT (£390 including VAT) in order to proceed with their offer. This pack includes key searches and supporting legal information that would ordinarily be obtained by a buyer after a sale is agreed. In line with UK Anti-Money Laundering regulations, all named purchasers and any giftors contributing funds must complete AML (Anti-Money Laundering) checks. The cost of AML checks is £20 + VAT per person (£24 including VAT) and is payable separately. All required AML checks must be completed before the transaction can progress. We have taken all reasonable steps to ensure the accuracy of this information. Material information is provided in line with current National Trading Standards guidance and relevant consumer protection legislation. Please contact us if you require clarification on any point before making a transactional decision.
Listed by
Covering National
THE AVENUE EA UK LIMITED (GPM PRINCIPAL BRANCH)
Reference: 174417578
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 09/08/2025
Current heating cost: £907/year
Potential heating cost: £907/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £9,000
Recommendations
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
-17% since 2007
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 17/04/2015 (11 years ago) | £355,000 | -16.7% |
| Sold | 18/10/2007 (18 years ago) | £425,995 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same street 19 FRANKLIN DRIVE, BLYTHE BRIDGE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST11 9TN | £675,000 | 14/07/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 3 FRANKLIN DRIVE, BLYTHE BRIDGE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST11 9TN | £540,000 | 14/11/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 1 FRANKLIN DRIVE, BLYTHE BRIDGE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST11 9TN | £550,000 | 29/09/2022 | Detached |
| 14 STALLINGTON MEWS, BLYTHE BRIDGE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST11 9TX | £250,000 | 07/02/2022 | Detached |
| 16 BEAUMONT RISE, BLYTHE BRIDGE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST11 9TU | £182,500 | 04/02/2022 | Detached |
| 15 HOFFMAN DRIVE, BLYTHE BRIDGE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST11 9TL | £326,000 | 17/12/2021 | Detached |
| 2 JENNER GROVE, BLYTHE BRIDGE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST11 9TP | £465,000 | 23/06/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £588,333 (3 sales)
Area average: £305,875 (4 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: Detached. 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: £798/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Stallington Road | 0.0 miles |
| Train station | Blythe Bridge | 1.3 miles |
| Shop | Westbridge Furniture | 1.4 miles |
| Shop | Blythe Off Licence & Convenience Store | 1.4 miles |
| Train station | Caverswall Road | 1.9 miles |
| Hospital | Cheadle Hosptal | 4.5 miles |
| Hospital | North Staffordshire Nuffield Hospital | 6.3 miles |
| University | Keele University | 8.5 miles |
| University | Staffordshire University Blackheath Lane Site | 9.6 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 6 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 2 |
| Burglary | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 11 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meir Heath Academy | Primary | 0.9 miles | Good — 10 Feb 2012 |
| Fulford Primary School | Primary | 1.1 miles | Good — 21 Dec 2012 |
| Springcroft Primary School | Primary | 1.2 miles | Good — 23 Jan 2023 |
| Portland School | Other | 1.3 miles | Inadequate — 2 Feb 2022 |
| St Matthews Church of England Academy | Primary | 1.3 miles | Good — 13 Sep 2011 |
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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).