Sold STC Semi-detached

59 NEWLANDS ROAD

SOLIHULL, BENTLEY HEATH, WEST MIDLANDS B93 8AU

3 beds 2 baths 1,206 sq ft Listed 20 Jan 2020 (-2345d)

£385,000

Reduced on 14 Jul 2020

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

112 m²

EPC rating

D

Year built

England and Wales: 1950-1966

Last sold

£482,000 Oct 2023

Price per m²

£3,438/m²

Local average

£499,708 (-23%)

Deprivation

Decile 6 (19,249 of 33,755)

Street crime

44 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • **NEW PRICE** EXTENDED, fully modernised Semi-detached family home
  • Feature open-plan kitchen/diner with bi-folding doors
  • Separate office/gym/workshop
  • Utility room with separate W.C and access to driveway
  • Large living room
  • Spacious master bedroom with fitted furniture
  • Two further bedrooms
  • Re-fitted modern family bathroom
  • South facing patio and garden
  • Superb school catchment, easy reach to Solihull, Knowle and Dorridge

Additional details

Parking
Off street
Garden
Yes

Description

PROPERTY IN BRIEF ** This is a beautiful home, having been fully refurbished throughout with a substantial extension to the rear affording an open-plan, spacious kitchen/diner with bi-folding doors and sky lights. This is the key feature of this property making it a practical, fun family-focused home.

Keeping the chores away from the kitchen is the separate utility room enjoying a separate W.C plus access to both the driveway and rear garden. The large living room to the front of the property offers a great space to unwind with the family.

Heading upstairs, the Master bedroom is spacious, having fitted furniture and garden views. Two further bedrooms and refitted, modern bathroom.

Outside, you can open out the bi-fold doors and enjoy the South facing rear garden and patio area. There is a large, separate building to the rear of the garden currently being used as home gym and workshop. An ideal opportunity to convert to a large office or playroom. The perfect 'work-from-home' space. There is a large driveway to the front of the home with side access to the utility.

This is a superb spacious home that has to be viewed to appreciate the space on offer.  

HALLWAY 5' 8" x 14' 5" (1.75m x 4.40m) Accessed from the side of the home into this spacious and welcoming hallway. Modern style decor with beatiful wood-effect ceramic floor tiles. Having storage cupboard ideal for coats and shoes with further floor space under-stairs perfect for the little-ones buggy. Radiator, two ceiling lights, heating control and power.  

LIVING ROOM 18' 9" x 9' 10" (5.73m x 3.0m) Stretching the full width of the property, this is a great space. Ideal for the family to relax and enjoy a good movie or for entertaining friends. Plenty of space for a couple of sofas. Neutrally presented having large bay window. Power sockets with USB ports, Ceiling and wall lights with TV point. Radiator.  

EXTENDED KITCHEN DINER 11' 5" x 27' 1" (3.50m x 8.26m) The main showpiece of this family focused home is this extended kitchen/diner enjoying bi-folding doors out to the South facing garden and patio. This is a fabulous family space and the most occupied room in the house. Plenty of floor space in the dining area for large dining table and sofa too.

Benefiting from a generous range of hi-gloss wall and base units with solid work surface plus that all-important kitchen island with sink and mixer tap. There are a number of integral appliances to include Bosch double oven and grill, Bosch Induction hob, Bosch dishwasher and Bosch microwave. As you can tell there's no expense spared. There are two storage cupboards for hiding away your tins.

The dining area enjoys the bi-fold doors and two opening skylights to fill the space with fresh air. Wall and ceiling lighting, radiator and tiled flooring.  

UTILITY ROOM 10' 4" x 16' 9" (3.17m x 5.12m) This space has been thoughtfully configured to offer plenty of space to store bikes, pop up an ironing board having base unit with sink. There is access from the drive making it easy to bring in the shopping and rear access to the garden. There is even a separate WC. The modern 'Vaillant Ecotec plus 831' boiler has been installed. Double glazed window to rear, opening skylight above, radiator and vinyl flooring for easy cleaning.  

LANDING 7' 11" x 9' 2" (2.42m x 2.81m) Spacious area affording access to the three bedrooms and family bathroom. Opaque double glazed window to side elevation, modern bright decor with carpet, ceiling light, loft access and power.  

MASTER BEDROOM 10' 6" x 14' 5" (3.21m x 4.40m) Located at the rear of the property enjoying the garden south facing view. A large bedroom having fitted wardrobes with sliding doors with lots of floor space for all your bedroom furniture needs. neutrally presented with grey carpet, radiator, ceiling light and power sockets with USB ports. 

BEDROOM TWO 10' 7" x 9' 11" (3.24m x 3.04m) The pink room offering a spacious double sized bedrooms with twin windows enjoying a view out of the front elevation. Ideal for youngsters bedroom offering plenty of floor space for wardrobe, desk and play space.  

BEDROOM THREE 7' 11" x 9' 11" (2.43m x 3.03m) The third bedroom still offers good floor space. Perfect for single bed, wardrobe and play space. Modern style decor, double glazed window to front elevation, ceiling light and radiator. 

BATHROOM 7' 11" x 7' 11" (2.43m x 2.42m) A modern, refitted bathroom enjoying a fresh white suite with chrome tap furniture. To include bath with with chrome shower fitments over and folding curved shower screen. Oval washbasin and W.C. There is good storage space for your towels and bed sheets plus chrome heated towel radiator, wood effect vinyl floor covering all beautifully finished with opulent wall tiling.  

OUTSIDE SPACES To the front of the property you will discover off road parking with side access to the utility room-ideal for unloading shopping into the house.

The rear of the garden enjoys a south facing aspect, patio where the house comes to life in the warmer months when you open up those bi-folding doors. Power and security light.  

HOME OFFICE/GYM/WORKSHOP 18' 6" x 13' 11" (5.66m x 4.25m) This is a superb adaptable space. Currently used as a home gym and small workshop. However, this space could be adapted for a large work-from-home office or kids play room/cinema room. The space offers power and lighting.  

TECHNICAL We are advised this property is freehold, please seek confirmation from your legal representative. The property offers gas central heating and double glazing. We are advised the council tax is band C and payable to Solihull MBC.

Ginger have not checked appliances nor have we seen sight of any building regulations or planning permissions. You should take guidance from your legal representative before purchasing any property.

Room sizes and property layout are presented in good faith as a guide only. Although we have taken every step to ensure the plans are as accurate as possible, you must rely on your own measurements or those of your surveyor. Not every room is accounted for when giving the total floor space. Dimensions are generally taken at the widest points.

Purchaser please note, due to law changes with anti-money laundering, estate agents are now obligated to carry out AML checks on purchasers. You will be required to provide information to assist with our checks.

All information we provide is in good faith and as a general guide to the property. Subjective comments in these descriptions imply the opinion of the selling agent at the time these details were prepared. However, the opinions of a purchaser may differ. Details have been verified by the sellers.

GDPR, in light of recent changes to data protection, we advise you that should you enquire about this property, view or request to be added to our mailing list we do store your contact details for the purpose of informing you of properties that we feel are suitable. Should you make an offer that is accepted, we do require ID information and financial information which we hold. The information is retained on our files for 5 years to meet our requirements for anti-money laundering purposes with HMRC. You are entitled to have your personal information removed from our records by contacting our agency at any time. 

VIEWINGS-COVID19 ** Due to the current Covid-19 status, we can only offer viewings to proceed-able buyers. We are adopting a sensible and practical approach to viewings and following both Government and industry guidelines.

1. Our team will call to confirm you are feeling well the day before your viewing.

2. You must be confident the property is what you are looking for, ie checked floor plans, pictures, map, description and have visited the location. Please take a moment to watch any videos and read the description fully. We welcome any questions you may have prior to booking a viewing.

3. In a financial position to proceed immediately. We shall require proof of funding before any offer is accepted. Should you require financial advice, we can direct you to recommended partners.

4. Maximum of two buyers/decision makers are permitted to view the property and you must reside in same household. Sorry but we cannot allow children into the property.

5. When viewing, kindly respect the home by not touching surfaces, doors and appropriate cupboards will be left open for you and various windows left open where possible.

6. The agent/vendor will maintain social distancing, wear gloves and have sanitiser available. No hard-copy information can be handed over and you may be asked to wash hands before commencing your tour.

7. Our viewings are a max. of 15 mins duration.

8. We have the right to refuse/terminate a viewing should either the agent or vendor feel at risk.

We thank you for respecting our measures. We have the safety of our staff, vendors and yourselves at the fore-front of our business. If you are not comfortable with these measures or visiting the property, we can offer a Zoom based video viewing.  

Listed by

Balsall Common

Ginger Lifestyle Ltd

Reference: 88560737

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 23/01/2020

Expiry date: 22/01/2030

Recommendations

  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (6,000)
  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (20)
  • Solar water heating (6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

2D Floor Plan

2D Floor Plan

3D Floor plan

3D Floor plan

Price history

1406% since 1999

Event Date Price % change
Sold 13/10/2023 (2 years ago) £482,000 +26.8%
Sold 23/10/2020 (5 years ago) £380,000 +74.3%
Sold 28/06/2013 (12 years ago) £218,000 +581.3%
Sold 12/04/1999 (27 years ago) £32,000

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
Same street 6A NEWLANDS ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AU £410,000 27/02/2026 Semi-detached
3 REDHOUSE CLOSE, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AR £470,000 09/01/2026 Semi-detached
56 SLATER ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AG £495,000 09/01/2026 Semi-detached
7 MICHAEL BLANNING GARDENS, DORRIDGE, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8SN £242,500 28/11/2025 Semi-detached
24 MILTON ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AB £540,000 27/11/2025 Semi-detached
20 PACKWOOD CLOSE, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AW £420,000 14/11/2025 Semi-detached
6 SLATER ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AG £352,000 01/07/2025 Semi-detached
Same street 65 NEWLANDS ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AU £390,000 28/03/2025 Semi-detached
Same street 55 NEWLANDS ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AU £425,000 03/03/2025 Semi-detached
Same street 26 NEWLANDS ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AU £440,000 11/04/2024 Terraced
58 MILTON ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AD £650,000 13/12/2023 Semi-detached
50 SLATER ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AG £530,000 02/10/2023 Semi-detached
30 SLATER ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AG £429,000 01/09/2023 Semi-detached
134 POPLAR ROAD, DORRIDGE, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8DQ £575,000 03/08/2023 Semi-detached
108 MILL LANE, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8NZ £425,000 07/07/2023 Semi-detached
48 MILTON ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AD £400,000 30/03/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 6A NEWLANDS ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AU £375,000 28/02/2023 Semi-detached
122 POPLAR ROAD, DORRIDGE, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8DQ £562,500 01/12/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 51 NEWLANDS ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AU £435,000 11/10/2022 Semi-detached
22 SLATER ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AG £375,000 23/09/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 39 NEWLANDS ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AU £350,000 27/05/2022 Semi-detached
65B FOUR ASHES ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8LY £435,000 25/05/2022 Semi-detached
44 MILTON ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AD £445,013 06/04/2022 Semi-detached
15 PACKWOOD CLOSE, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AN £323,000 30/03/2022 Semi-detached
6 MICHAEL BLANNING GARDENS, DORRIDGE, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8SN £242,250 24/03/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 17 NEWLANDS ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AU £350,000 09/03/2022 Terraced
7 BENTLEY FARM CLOSE, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AT £340,000 07/03/2022 Semi-detached
108 MILL LANE, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8NZ £395,000 23/02/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 16 NEWLANDS ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AU £360,000 18/08/2021 Semi-detached
Same street 14 NEWLANDS ROAD, BENTLEY HEATH, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B93 8AU £380,000 13/08/2021 Terraced

Street average: £391,500 (10 sales)

Area average: £432,313 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 14.4%
10y growth 44%

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

1y (index) 1.7%
5y (index) 13.3%
10y (index) 50.1%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,133/mo
Realistic £1,259/mo
Optimistic £1,385/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Solihull.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Solihull: £997/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Slater Rd / Mill Lane 0.0 miles
Shop Studio Flooring 0.5 miles
Shop Enzo 0.5 miles
Train station Dorridge 0.6 miles
Train station Widney Manor 1.3 miles
Hospital Brian Oliver Centre 6.4 miles
University University of Birmingham School of Dentistry 8.1 miles
University Centre for Interdisciplinary Methodologies 8.2 miles
Hospital George Elliot Medical Centre 11.0 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 18
Criminal damage and arson 6
Vehicle crime 6
Burglary 4
Anti-social behaviour 3
Other theft 3
Bicycle theft 1
Other crime 1
Public order 1
Shoplifting 1
Total incidents 44

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
Dorridge Primary School Primary 0.4 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
St George and St Teresa Catholic Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 2 May 2024
Bentley Heath Church of England Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 26 Sep 2023
Arden Secondary 1.0 miles Good — 21 Sep 2022
Knowle Church of England Primary Academy Primary 1.3 miles Good — 29 Nov 2023

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 3-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.33%
Max investor price (0.8%) £157,375
Target investor price (1%) £125,900
  • 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).