# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (ST15 8SF) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | THE OLD CHAPEL, SANDON ROAD, STONE, HILDERSTONE, STAFFORDSHIRE ST15 8SF | | Price | £550,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | E | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1900-1929 | | Floor area | 144 m² | | Last sold | £345,000 May 2005 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 02/05/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £1,998/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £24,400 ### Recommendations - Q (£4,000 - £14,000) - W1 (£800 - £1,200) - W2 (£4,000 - £6,000) - O (£3,300 - £6,500) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0635-7825-0400-0137-9206) ## Description Step this way, but mind your footing; you might just find yourself tumbling headfirst into something rather extraordinary. Welcome to The Old Chapel, a home where ordinary simply won’t do, where beautiful original features, lofty proportions, modern convenience and a sizeable 0.35-acre plot combine to create your perfect home. Step inside to a beautiful hall with the original door and traditional Minton tiling that leads you into the entrance hall. The beating heart of the home is the open-plan kitchen/dining space that has been upgraded with convenience in mind. Sleek cabinetry provides ample storage space; you have an integrated microwave, dishwasher, and double oven with a five-burner gas hob. This space offers a bright vaulted ceiling with stunning stained-glass windows and the original chapel flooring. The living room is perfect for relaxing and is flooded with natural light thanks to the dual-aspect windows. Additionally, you have a dining room and a snug space that is ideal for entertaining friends and family no matter the occasion. Downstairs is complete with a utility, plus another hall leading into the study. Upstairs is home to three generously sized double bedrooms, including an expansive master bedroom with tall, vaulted ceilings, featured angled windows and an easy, seamless flow into the en suite shower room with a D-shaped rainfall shower. The family bathroom boasts sleek marble-effect tiling with a free-standing double-ended bath. Outside, you have a full wrap-around garden with a beautiful grass lawn framing the frontage, while the sweeping rear garden boasts a patio seating area, a gravelled driveway with off-road parking, a long, beautifully maintained lawn, and mature shrubberies and hedging throughout. There is also the benefit of a well, ideal for watering the flower beds. Additional off-road parking is available on a separate driveway just outside the back door. **Location** **Hilderstone is a** lovely semi-rural village located to the north-east of Stafford, offering a peaceful countryside lifestyle while remaining well-connected to nearby towns and transport links. Known for their picturesque surroundings, historic buildings, and strong community spirit, these villages appeal to families, professionals and those seeking a tranquil setting. Local amenities include village pubs, primary schools, churches and small convenience stores, with larger shopping, leisure and healthcare facilities available in Stafford. Outdoor enthusiasts benefit from scenic walking routes, farmland and nearby woodland. Commuters enjoy easy access to the **A518, A51 and M6**, providing links to Stafford, Stoke-on-Trent, and the wider Midlands. The area is popular with those looking for rural charm without sacrificing convenience. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546328) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546330) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546331) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546332) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546334) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546336) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546339) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546341) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546343) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546344) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546346) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546349) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546352) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546354) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546358) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546360) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546363) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546366) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546368) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546372) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546374) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546376) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546379) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546382) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546386) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546389) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546390) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546393) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546397) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546399) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546402) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546405) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546409) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546413) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546416) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546420) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546422) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546425) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546429) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546432) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546436) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88944051/546440) ## Floorplans - ![All](/listings/photos/88944051/546443) - All - ![Site Plan](/listings/photos/88944051/546447) - Site Plan ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | THE OLD CHAPEL SANDON ROAD, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8SF | £345,000 | 27/05/2005 | Detached | | THE OLD CHAPEL SANDON ROAD, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8SF | £137,000 | 31/12/1997 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | [Same street] HORSESHOE COTTAGES 1 SANDON ROAD, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8SF | £257,500 | 23/01/2026 | Terraced | | THE OLD DAIRY DINGLE LANE, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8SG | £620,500 | 15/11/2024 | Detached | | [Same street] OLD POST OFFICE COTTAGE SANDON ROAD, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8SF | £285,000 | 06/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 2 BARNES CROFT, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8XU | £755,000 | 04/07/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] ANNSCROFT SANDON ROAD, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8SF | £733,000 | 25/03/2022 | Detached | | PRIORY COTTAGE CHURCH DOWN, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8XR | £750,000 | 25/03/2022 | Detached | | PRIMROSE COTTAGE CHURCH DOWN, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8XR | £525,000 | 20/01/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] HALL FARM COTTAGES 2 SANDON ROAD, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8SF | £132,500 | 29/10/2021 | Terraced | | 1 BARNES CROFT, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8XU | £595,000 | 30/09/2021 | Detached | | 3 BOURNE COURT, HILDERSTONE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8XS | £515,000 | 01/09/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £352,000 (4 sales) **Area average:** £626,750 (6 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £409,613 (32 Detached, ST15, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +34.3% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Stafford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £799/mo - **Realistic:** £888/mo - **Optimistic:** £977/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Staffordshire North (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £593/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.16% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £111,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £88,800 *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 Area rent estimate.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £3,819/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 10.9% - **10y growth:** 27.9% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Stafford; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 3.1% - **5y growth (index):** 25.5% - **10y growth (index):** 50.7% ## 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)