# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (ST19 5EW) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 20 WULFRIC CLOSE, STAFFORD, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORDSHIRE ST19 5EW | | Price | £260,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | B | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1967-1975 | | Floor area | 73 m² | | Last sold | £220,000 Sep 2020 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 26/08/2029 - **Current heating cost:** £489/year ### Recommendations - W2 (6,000) - N (6,000) - U (8,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0735-2823-7282-9321-4731) ## Description Call us 9AM - 9PM -7 days a week, 365 days a year! Get ready to be ‘howling with excitement’, Wulfric close has arrived. This stylish three-bedroom semi-detached home certainly lives up to its name, combining bold modern upgrades with a warm and welcoming feel throughout. From the striking contemporary grey windows and sleek new kitchen diner to the woodland backdrop and spacious living areas, Wulfric Close is ready to ‘lead the pack’ when it comes to modern family living. Offering a true blank canvas, this property presents the perfect opportunity to ‘sink your teeth’ into creating a home that reflects your own style, vision, and personality. Positioned in a peaceful Close with an apt woodland setting aspect to the rear, acting as perfect screening for privacy and a beautiful, unique outlook. Wulfric close is an impressive three-bedroom semi-detached home that combines stylish modern upgrades with generous living space and fantastic practicality throughout. From the moment you arrive, the property immediately stands out with its contemporary grey windows, giving the exterior a sleek and modern appearance perfectly in keeping with current design trends. A welcoming entrance porch provides the ideal transition into the home, offering excellent space for coats, shoes, and day-to-day storage while creating a warm and inviting first impression for guests. Stepping inside, the entrance hallway feels bright and spacious, enhanced by hardwood flooring which continues seamlessly into the main living area. There is also useful under-stairs storage, ideal for keeping the home organised, while the staircase leads elegantly to the first-floor accommodation. At the heart of the home is the beautifully appointed brand-new kitchen diner, thoughtfully designed with both style and functionality in mind. Featuring extensive fitted storage, generous worktop space, a large sink with modern hose tap, gas hob, electric oven, integrated fridge freezer, dishwasher, and extractor fan, the kitchen is perfectly equipped for modern family living. The recently installed Worcester boiler further enhances the home’s efficiency and reliability. The lounge is a particularly generous and versatile reception space, designed for both relaxing evenings and entertaining. Natural light pours into the room through the patio doors and additional rear-facing window, while direct access to the garden creates a wonderful connection between indoor and outdoor living during the warmer months. Beyond the lounge, the property benefits from an incredibly useful utility and storage area complete with WC and wash basin. This additional space offers excellent flexibility for busy households and provides internal access to the integrated garage, a highly desirable feature offering secure parking, workshop potential, additional storage, or future conversion possibilities subject to any necessary permissions. The rear garden has been thoughtfully arranged to provide a private and peaceful outdoor retreat. A patio seating area creates the perfect setting for summer dining and entertaining, while the substantial well-built shed provides excellent external storage. Fully enclosed fencing surrounds the garden, making it ideal for children and pets, while the attractive woodland backdrop offers a rare sense of privacy and tranquillity. Upstairs, the property continues to impress with three exceptionally well-proportioned bedrooms, each comfortably capable of accommodating a double bed, a rarity for many homes of this style. The family bathroom serves the first floor, while the overall layout provides excellent flexibility for families, professionals working from home, or those simply looking for extra space. Throughout, Wulfric Close, offers a wonderful opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in-ready property that still provides scope to personalise and make their own. Combining modern presentation, practical living, generous room sizes, and a desirable woodland setting to the rear, this is a home that truly needs to be viewed to be fully appreciated. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634740) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634742) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634743) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634745) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634747) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634749) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634750) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634752) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634754) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634756) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634759) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634761) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634762) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634764) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634765) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634767) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88947588/1634769) ## Floorplans - ![All](/listings/photos/88947588/1634771) - All - ![Ground Floor](/listings/photos/88947588/1634778) - Ground Floor - ![First Floor](/listings/photos/88947588/1634779) - First Floor ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 20 WULFRIC CLOSE, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EW | £220,000 | 11/09/2020 | Semi-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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 2 CHELFORD CLOSE, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EJ | £325,000 | 01/12/2025 | Semi-detached | | 1 KENILWORTH CLOSE, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5HA | £315,000 | 27/05/2025 | Semi-detached | | 27 TEMPLARS WAY, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5HR | £265,000 | 24/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 17 NORMAN ROAD, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EX | £248,000 | 24/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | SUNFOLD BRAMDEAN DRIVE, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5TT | £390,000 | 06/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 13 NORMAN ROAD, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EX | £265,000 | 14/09/2023 | Semi-detached | | 7 KENTMERE CLOSE, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EG | £275,000 | 23/06/2023 | Semi-detached | | 40 TEMPLARS WAY, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5HR | £290,000 | 23/05/2023 | Semi-detached | | 9 ELMDON CLOSE, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EZ | £212,000 | 10/03/2023 | Semi-detached | | 6 EDWIN CLOSE, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5HB | £300,000 | 16/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 43 CHERRYBROOK DRIVE, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EB | £200,000 | 09/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 14 BROC CLOSE, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EY | £250,000 | 04/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 12 DRUIDS WAY, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5HS | £280,000 | 30/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 37 CHERRYBROOK DRIVE, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EA | £240,000 | 31/03/2022 | Semi-detached | | 8 NORMAN ROAD, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EU | £200,000 | 28/02/2022 | Semi-detached | | 46 NORMAN ROAD, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EX | £249,950 | 15/02/2022 | Semi-detached | | 35 SAXON ROAD, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EP | £228,000 | 14/01/2022 | Semi-detached | | 30 CHERRYBROOK DRIVE, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EB | £219,950 | 07/01/2022 | Semi-detached | | 2 CHELFORD CLOSE, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EJ | £206,000 | 10/12/2021 | Semi-detached | | 1 CHELFORD CLOSE, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EJ | £300,000 | 18/11/2021 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 17 WULFRIC CLOSE, PENKRIDGE, STAFFORD, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST19 5EW | £240,000 | 22/10/2021 | Terraced | **Street average:** £240,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £262,945 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £298,496 (12 Semi-detached, ST19, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -12.9% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (South Staffordshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £852/mo - **Realistic:** £947/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,042/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Mid Staffs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £738/mo ## 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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Montague Crescent, ST19 | £1,200/mo | 3 | 0.58 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Hazel Drive, ST19 | £1,400/mo | 3 | 0.83 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,300/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.5% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £162,500 - **Target investor price (1%):** £130,000 *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 £1,300/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 6% - **Cost-to-rent:** 16.7× - **Monthly cashflow:** £121/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 1.9% *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:** £3,562/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 29.4% - **10y growth:** 47.2% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for South Staffordshire; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 6% - **5y growth (index):** 27.9% - **10y growth (index):** 65.2% ## 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)