# 6 bedroom detached house for sale (WS15 2UN) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | WOODFORD HOUSE, SLITTING MILL ROAD, RUGELEY, STAFFORDSHIRE WS15 2UN | | Price | £995,000 | | Bathrooms | 4 | | Council tax | G | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1976-1982 | | Floor area | 205 m² | | Last sold | £455,000 Dec 2018 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 22/10/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £2,233/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £17,700 ### Recommendations - B (£900 - £1,500) - W1 (£5,000 - £10,000) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9370-2347-0500-2025-8611) ## Description **VIRTUAL TOUR AVAILABLE** Prestige Homes by JR Properties are pleased to offer for sale this exceptional detached property located on the edge of Cannock Chase occupying a stunning woodland setting with a well screened and mature plot. Woodford House is undoubtedly one the areas most impressive looking properties, having been built to a unique design this detached family residence spans refurbished accommodation over three floors with immaculate attention to detail and many unique features. Stepping through the front door into a light filled hallway helped by the large glazed tower like stairwell with spiral staircase. A split level lounge with windows overlooking the gardens can be found next to a self contained bedroom suite with en suite and guest wc. In additional is a playroom/ bedroom and access to the hugely impressive kitchen. The kitchen/ diner which is a recent extension is truly stunning with integrated appliances, useful utility room and sky lantern windows. The first floor offers a vast master suite with luxury en-suite and dressing room off. Another luxury bathroom can be found on this floor along with additional double bedroom. The lower ground floor is a fantastic addition to the property offering a self contained two bedroom annex with its own seperate entrance. Externally the property sits elevated on a fabulous mature woodland plot, mainly laid to lawn with various seating areas and a children's play area. There is also a brick built garden room with fitted kitchen and wc next to a private covered hot tub area. To the front is ample off road parking for several vehicles and useful car port. ## Property Photos - ![DSC00749.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39105) - DSC00749.jpg - ![DSC00688.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39110) - DSC00688.jpg - ![DSC00727.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39116) - DSC00727.jpg - ![DSC00694.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39119) - DSC00694.jpg - ![DSC00690.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39122) - DSC00690.jpg - ![DSC00695.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39125) - DSC00695.jpg - ![DSC00696.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39128) - DSC00696.jpg - ![DSC00697.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39131) - DSC00697.jpg - ![DSC00702.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39134) - DSC00702.jpg - ![DSC00704.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39137) - DSC00704.jpg - ![DSC00703.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39140) - DSC00703.jpg - ![DSC00682.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39143) - DSC00682.jpg - ![DSC00684.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39146) - DSC00684.jpg - ![DSC00685.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39149) - DSC00685.jpg - ![DSC00686.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39152) - DSC00686.jpg - ![DSC00677.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39155) - DSC00677.jpg - ![DSC00681.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39158) - DSC00681.jpg - ![DSC00692.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39161) - DSC00692.jpg - ![DSC00698.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39164) - DSC00698.jpg - ![DSC00699.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39166) - DSC00699.jpg - ![DSC00700.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39167) - DSC00700.jpg - ![DSC00715.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39169) - DSC00715.jpg - ![DSC00714.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39172) - DSC00714.jpg - ![DSC00709.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39174) - DSC00709.jpg - ![DSC00711.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39176) - DSC00711.jpg - ![DSC00712.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39178) - DSC00712.jpg - ![DSC00710.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39180) - DSC00710.jpg - ![DSC00722.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39182) - DSC00722.jpg - ![DSC00719.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39185) - DSC00719.jpg - ![DSC00724.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39186) - DSC00724.jpg - ![DSC00721.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39187) - DSC00721.jpg - ![DSC00725.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39188) - DSC00725.jpg - ![DSC00729.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39189) - DSC00729.jpg - ![DSC00732.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39192) - DSC00732.jpg - ![DSC00733.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39195) - DSC00733.jpg - ![DSC00734.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39198) - DSC00734.jpg - ![DSC00735.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39201) - DSC00735.jpg - ![DSC00745.jpg](/listings/photos/168154421/39204) - DSC00745.jpg ## Floorplans - ![Woodford House .png](/listings/photos/168154421/39207) - Woodford House .png ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | WOODFORD HOUSE SLITTING MILL ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2UN | £455,000 | 14/12/2018 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 25 PENKRIDGE BANK ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2UE | £485,000 | 27/03/2025 | Detached | | 6 ST JOHNS CLOSE, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2TG | £465,000 | 20/05/2022 | Detached | | 35 SLITTING MILL ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2UL | £410,000 | 29/09/2021 | Detached | | STONEHOUSE BARN PENKRIDGE BANK ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2UE | £1,100,000 | 30/06/2021 | Detached | | TIMBERTOPS, 2 THE PINGLE, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2UR | £400,000 | 18/06/2021 | Detached | **Area average:** £572,000 (5 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £541,891 (32 Detached, WS15, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +83.6% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cannock Chase). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £761/mo - **Realistic:** £845/mo - **Optimistic:** £930/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Mid Staffs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* ## Rental Comparables *Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area. Bedroom counts vary — use the Beds column to compare like-for-like lets. Student lets are excluded.* | Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on | |------|------|------|------|------| | Studio Flat, Market Square, WS15 | £550/mo | 1 | 1.01 miles | OpenRent | | 1 Bed Flat, Albion Street, WS15 | £650/mo | 1 | 1.07 miles | OpenRent | | 1 Bed Bungalow, Mardell Mews, WS15 | £775/mo | 1 | 1.11 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £658/mo (3 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.07% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £81,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £65,000 *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 OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £650/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 0.8% - **Cost-to-rent:** 127.6× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-3,358/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -14% *Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − 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).* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £4,854/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 61.5% - **10y growth:** 123.5% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cannock Chase; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -0.8% - **5y growth (index):** 22.7% - **10y growth (index):** 60.3% ## 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)