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21 CARRIAGE DRIVE

STOKE-ON-TRENT, BIDDULPH, STAFFORDSHIRE ST8 7DZ

3 beds 1 baths 840 sq ft Listed 6 Mar 2026 (-96d)

£295,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

78 m²

Council tax band

C

EPC rating

B

Year built

England and Wales: 1967-1975

Last sold

£181,000 Jan 2018

Price per m²

£3,782/m²

Local average

£291,718 (+1.1%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (29,257 of 33,755)

Street crime

74 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Three Bedroom Detached Bungalow
  • Updated & Well Presented Throughout
  • Spacious Modern Dining Kitchen With Integral Appliances
  • Refurbished Modern Bathroom With Rainfall Overbath Shower
  • Generous Sized Plot With Side Driveway Allowing Plentiful Parking
  • Good Sized Rear Garden With Large Indian Stone Terrace
  • Sought After Location

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

This fantastic sized well-maintained three-bedroom detached bungalow is set upon on an elevated plot with horizon views towards Mow Cop. The property includes solar panels, updated kitchen and bathrooms plus a generous sized plot and side driveway allowing plentiful parking, in addition to a detached garage. There is an attractive frontage with steps giving access to the front of the property: The addition of solar panels provides an efficient, cost-saving benefit that enhances the home’s long-term appeal.

Inside, the property has been thoughtfully updated and presented to a very good standard. The property is entered via the enclosed porch, which leads into a spacious hallway. The lounge is a particularly inviting space, with a wide picture window that brings in plenty of natural light and captures the horizon views over Mow Cop. A feature fireplace creates a central focal point, complemented by tasteful décor and soft lighting that form a relaxed and homely living area.

The dining kitchen is an excellent sized with a defined dining area and an on trend kitchen offering grey shaker-style units, oak-effect worktops, and quality integrated appliances. From the dining kitchen there are Upvc French doors which lead out onto the landscaped rear gardens.

All three bedrooms are well proportioned and decorated in calm, neutral tones, giving flexibility for a home office or hobby room.

The family bathroom continues the home’s well-finish, fitted with a modern suite complete with a rainfall overbath shower.

The rear garden has been designed for ease of use as well as enjoyment. A large Indian stone-paved terrace provides a low maintenance area for outdoor dining and relaxation, leading onto a level lawn bordered by established planting. A timber garden room offers a sheltered seating area, making it a great spot to enjoy the garden all year round, together with an adjoining shed.

Conveniently positioned for access to local amenities, countryside walks, and commuter routes, this property presents a reliable, well-presented home that is ready for immediate occupation, offering practical benefits, strong presentation, and long-term efficiency courtesy of the solar panels.

Located in one of Biddulph most sought after developments this attractive bungalow is a Turnkey opportunity for those looking for low maintenance bungalow it’s ready to move into.

Entrance Porch - Having a Upvc double glazed front entrance door with half glazed panel and matching side panel, recess LED lighting to the ceiling, further Upvc front entrance door with full length glazed obscured panelling, giving access through into the hallway.

Hall - 5.64m x 1.48m (18'6" x 4'10") - Having a tiled wood effect flooring, radiator, coving to ceiling.

Lounge - 3.32m x 4.4 (10'10" x 14'5") - 3.32 m by 4.47 m. Having a UPVC double glazed window to the front aspect, radiator, wall light points. Feature tiled fireplace with timber mantle having electrical point for an electric fire.

Bathroom - 2.34m x 2.33m (7'8" x 7'7") - Having a refurbished suite comprising of panelled shower bath with a thermostatically controlled shower with fixed glazed shower screen and a mixer bath tap. Wash hand basin set in vanity unit, WC with concealed cistern having inset flush controls and additional storage cabinetry. Upvc double glazed obscured window to the rear aspect, extractor fan, recessed lighting to ceiling. PVC panelling. Modern ladder style radiator, access to loft space.

Bedroom One - 3.32m x 3.40m (10'10" x 11'1") - Having a UPVC double glazed window to the front aspect with views on the horizon over Mow Cop. Radiator.

Bedroom Two - 3.28m x 3.04m (10'9" x 9'11") - Having a double glazed window to the rear aspect, radiator.

Bedroom Three - 3.32m x 2.10m - Having a UPVC double glazed window to the side aspect, radiator.

Kitchen Diner - 5.29m 3.29m (17'4" 10'9") - Having a range of modern shaker wall mounted cupboard and base units with contrasting oak effect laminated worksurface over with matching upstands, incorporating a single drainer stainless steel sink unit with a mixer tap over. Range of quality integral appliances including a hot point combination oven and grill with a separate hot point touch control induction hob with Samsung stainless steel chimney style extractor fan over having a glass marble effect splashback. Plumbing for washing machine, space for a tall standing fridge freezer, under counter LED lighting. Twin UPVC double glazed windows to the side aspect with partial views on the horizon over Mow Cop. Store cupboard housing a Combi boiler, electric solar panel controls and electric consumer unit. Upvc double glazed patio doors giving access out onto the rear gardens. Tiled floor. Space and defined area for dining table with modern style radiator. Recess LED lighting and coving to ceiling.

Externally - Externally there is a side driveway providing off-road parking for several vehicles in addition to detached garage having a metal up on over door, and Upvc double glazed window external entrance door, electric light and power.

Rear garden fully enclosed having an Indian stone paved patio with steps onto an elevated lawn, fully enclosed offering a good degree of privacy.

Outdoor sheltered sitting area with additional side storage area

Listed by

Biddulph

Rostons

Reference: 172947707

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: B

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 22/02/2017

Current heating cost: £635/year

Potential heating cost: £530/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £10,400

Recommendations

  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Heating controls (thermostatic radiator valves) (£350 - £450)
  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

EE Rating

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £295,000 +63%
Sold 26/01/2018 (8 years ago) £181,000

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
4 ZURICH AVENUE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7FA £215,000 07/01/2026 Detached
16 RIBBLE DRIVE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7LL £435,000 08/12/2025 Detached
4 BOLLIN GROVE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7EZ £260,000 26/11/2025 Detached
24 CLYDE AVENUE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7HD £220,000 14/11/2025 Detached
18 CROSSWAYS, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7DY £235,000 31/10/2024 Detached
81 WOODHOUSE LANE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7RL £495,000 18/12/2023 Detached
3 MATTERHORN CLOSE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7FJ £315,000 29/09/2023 Detached
4 ZURICH AVENUE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7FA £200,000 29/09/2023 Detached
6 DEE CLOSE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7HB £203,000 25/08/2023 Detached
42 PENNINE WAY, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7EA £197,000 25/08/2023 Detached
7 EDEN CLOSE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7DJ £233,000 28/06/2023 Detached
22 CROSSWAYS, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7DY £359,000 31/05/2023 Detached
Same street 12 CARRIAGE DRIVE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7DZ £170,000 08/03/2023 Detached
16 WITHAM WAY, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7DH £292,500 25/11/2022 Detached
88 GENEVA WAY, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7FE £353,000 14/10/2022 Detached
7 DUNNOCK WAY, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7UQ £239,000 14/10/2022 Detached
65 PENNINE WAY, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7EB £442,000 20/09/2022 Detached
16 SYCAMORE CLOSE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7DT £295,000 05/09/2022 Detached
4 MOOR CLOSE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7EQ £310,000 31/08/2022 Detached
62 THAMES DRIVE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7JF £367,000 19/08/2022 Detached
7 WITHAM WAY, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7DH £250,000 18/08/2022 Detached
Same street 27 CARRIAGE DRIVE, BIDDULPH, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST8 7DZ £256,000 14/01/2022 Detached

Street average: £213,000 (2 sales)

Area average: £295,775 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 26.9%
10y growth 44%

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

1y (index) 2.2%
5y (index) 16.9%
10y (index) 52.9%

Rental Range

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

Low £645/mo
Realistic £717/mo
Optimistic £789/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Staffordshire Moorlands.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for East Cheshire: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Pennine Tavern PH 0.1 miles
Bus stop Moor Close 0.1 miles
Shop Flavours Premier Store 0.3 miles
Shop Unknown 0.5 miles
Train station Congleton 2.8 miles
Hospital Congleton War Memorial Hospital 3.1 miles
Hospital John Munroe Hospital 3.2 miles
Train station Hunthouse Wood 3.4 miles
University Buxton & Leek College 5.8 miles
University Tovell Building, Buxton & Leek College 5.8 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 26
Anti-social behaviour 19
Criminal damage and arson 8
Other theft 4
Public order 4
Burglary 3
Vehicle crime 3
Other crime 2
Shoplifting 2
Drugs 1
Possession of weapons 1
Robbery 1
Total incidents 74

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
Oxhey First School Primary 0.2 miles Outstanding — 24 Oct 2023
Woodhouse Academy Primary 0.3 miles Good — 30 Mar 2023
Kingsfield First School Primary 0.7 miles Good — 11 Apr 2016
Squirrel Hayes First School Primary 0.8 miles Good — 24 Oct 2018
Moor First School Primary 0.9 miles Requires improvement — 7 Feb 2023

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
Well Street, Biddulph, Stoke-On-Trent, ST8 £1,075/mo 3 0.8 miles Rightmove

Average rent: £1,075/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.36%
Max investor price (0.8%) £134,375
Target investor price (1%) £107,500
Gross yield 4.4%
Cost-to-rent ratio 22.9×
Monthly cashflow £-219/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -3.1%
  • 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).