Sold STC Semi-detached

Walleys Drive

Basford, Newcastle under Lyme, ST5 0NG

5 beds 2 baths Listed 10 Mar 2026 (-76d)

£325,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Council tax band

D

Local average

£200,295 (+62.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (26,423 of 33,755)

Street crime

412 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

  • Five bedroom semi-detached house
  • Two reception rooms
  • No upward chain
  • Sought after Walleys Drive location
  • In need of updating
  • Excellent family home opportunity

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Rear garden
Listed property
No
Restrictions
No
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

Heywoods Estate Agents welcome to the market this substantial five bedroom semi detached house, pleasantly positioned on the ever popular Walleys Drive in Basford, Newcastle under Lyme. Offered for sale with no upward chain, this is a home that has clearly been well cared for over the years and now provides a fantastic opportunity for a new owner to modernise and update in their own style, all while enjoying a highly sought after residential setting.
From the moment you arrive, the property gives a reassuring sense of space, with a driveway providing off road parking and access to the garage. Step inside and you are welcomed by a generous entrance hall which immediately sets the tone for the accommodation. The hall feels open and inviting and provides an easy flow into the main ground floor rooms, making day to day living straightforward and comfortable.
To the front of the property sits a spacious living room, made bright and airy by the bay window which draws in plenty of natural light. This is a room that feels ideal for relaxing, with enough space for larger furniture and the flexibility to arrange it to suit your needs. Whether it’s a cosy family room, somewhere to unwind at the end of the day, or a welcoming space for visitors, the proportions here are a real advantage and give the room a warm, homely feel.
A separate dining room offers a second reception space, perfect for family meals, entertaining, or simply having an additional room away from the main lounge. With a lovely outlook to the rear, it feels like a calm and comfortable space that could suit a range of lifestyles. Many buyers will appreciate having distinct reception rooms, especially for families who need room to spread out, or anyone wanting a dedicated space for hosting and special occasions.
The kitchen is positioned to the rear of the property and looks out over the garden, giving it a pleasant outlook and a practical position within the home. It offers a solid footprint with good potential for improvement, and for buyers with an eye for modernisation, this is a space that could be transformed into a much more contemporary kitchen arrangement, subject to individual preference. As with the rest of the property, the kitchen is ready for updating, but the proportions and layout provide a great starting point for anyone looking to create something tailored to their own taste.
The ground floor is completed by useful additional storage and access to the garage, which adds everyday convenience and provides further options, whether for storage, hobbies, or practical family use. Overall, the ground floor rooms feel well balanced, with a traditional and sensible layout that offers both comfort now and real scope for enhancement over time.
To the first floor, the property offers five well proportioned bedrooms, providing excellent flexibility for family living. The accommodation would suit a growing family particularly well, with scope for home office space, guest rooms or additional storage depending on individual needs. The bedrooms are arranged around a central landing and benefit from good natural light throughout. A family bathroom and separate wc serve the first floor, maintaining the original and practical layout of the home.
In summary, this is a rare chance to secure a spacious family home in a desirable location, offered with no upward chain and genuine potential to improve and add value. With its sought after position on Walleys Drive and the opportunity to update throughout, early viewing is strongly recommended to appreciate the space, setting and possibilities on offer.
EPC Rating: D

Listed by

Newcastle-under-Lyme

Heywoods

Reference: 173092286

EPC ratings on this postcode

We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.

Address Current Potential Floor area Age band Type
1 Walleys Drive, NEWCASTLE 51 73 94 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
13, Walleys Drive, NEWCASTLE 54 76 171 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
14, Walleys Drive, NEWCASTLE 54 80 124 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
15, Walleys Drive, NEWCASTLE 34 73 206 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
17, Walleys Drive, NEWCASTLE 68 79 123 m² England and Wales: 1950-1966 Detached
18, Walleys Drive, NEWCASTLE 72 85 82 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
18, Walleys Drive, NEWCASTLE 57 81 109 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
24, Walleys Drive, NEWCASTLE 63 73 126 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
25 Walleys Drive, NEWCASTLE 53 67 110 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
26 Walleys Drive, NEWCASTLE 55 69 105 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
27 Walleys Drive, NEWCASTLE 65 81 121 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
27, Walleys Drive, NEWCASTLE 54 80 113 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
30, Walleys Drive, NEWCASTLE 69 79 123 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
32 Walleys Drive, NEWCASTLE 63 73 117 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
34 Walleys Drive, NEWCASTLE 67 72 138 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

All

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £325,000

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
169 BASFORD PARK ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0PN £220,000 09/01/2026 Semi-detached
25 THE AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0ND £335,000 12/12/2025 Semi-detached
52 BASFORD PARK ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0PS £260,000 01/12/2025 Semi-detached
4 EAST CRESCENT, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0NW £230,000 16/07/2025 Semi-detached
6 PITFIELD AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0NY £230,000 28/02/2025 Semi-detached
58 BASFORD PARK ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0PS £130,000 14/11/2023 Semi-detached
79 DOWNING AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0LG £206,000 27/10/2023 Semi-detached
4 BASFORD COURT, BASFORD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0RN £162,000 29/09/2023 Semi-detached
79 DOWNING AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0LG £205,000 24/08/2023 Semi-detached
21 BASFORD COURT, BASFORD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0RN £220,500 09/06/2023 Semi-detached
84 BASFORD PARK ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0PP £272,500 14/04/2023 Semi-detached
125 BASFORD PARK ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0PS £177,500 03/03/2023 Semi-detached
81A BASFORD PARK ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0PS £155,000 02/12/2022 Semi-detached
50 MAY AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0NH £326,000 01/12/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 27 WALLEYS DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0NG £330,799 29/11/2022 Semi-detached
66 BASFORD PARK ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0PP £245,000 18/11/2022 Semi-detached
25 WOOLISCROFT AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0NR £250,000 28/10/2022 Semi-detached
46 BASFORD PARK ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0PS £265,000 27/10/2022 Semi-detached
28 THE AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0LY £323,000 07/10/2022 Semi-detached
6 BASFORD PARK ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0PT £215,000 25/08/2022 Semi-detached
10 STANLEY ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 0PE £220,000 05/08/2022 Semi-detached

Street average: £330,799 (1 sale)

Area average: £232,375 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 29.1%
10y growth 51.3%

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

1y (index) 3.8%
5y (index) 26.9%
10y (index) 60.7%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Newcastle-under-Lyme. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £743/mo
Realistic £825/mo
Optimistic £908/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Newcastle-under-Lyme.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Staffordshire North: £798/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

Walley's Drive

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Elm Street 0.1 miles
Bus stop May Avenue 0.1 miles
Shop Morrisons Daily 0.1 miles
Shop Salon Geoffery 0.3 miles
Hospital Hartshill Medical Centre 0.7 miles
Hospital North Staffordshire Hospital 0.9 miles
Train station Longport 1.5 miles
University University of Staffordshire Stoke Campus 1.6 miles
Train station Stoke-on-Trent 1.6 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 140
Anti-social behaviour 90
Public order 40
Shoplifting 29
Criminal damage and arson 25
Other theft 25
Vehicle crime 18
Burglary 13
Drugs 11
Other crime 9
Possession of weapons 5
Robbery 4
Theft from the person 2
Bicycle theft 1
Total incidents 412

Within 1 mile during Mar 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
May Bank Infants' School Primary 0.3 miles Good — 21 Jan 2024
Lyme Brook Independent School Other 0.4 miles Good — 22 Oct 2023
Demetae Academy Other 0.4 miles Good — 30 Jun 2022
Hempstalls Primary School Primary 0.6 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Good — 19 Jul 2013

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
5 En-suite House Share £40/mo 5 0.84 miles Rightmove
Modern Studio In Newcastle-Under-Lyme, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 £595/mo 0.86 miles Rightmove
Car Park Lymedale Cross Industrial Estate, Newcastle Under Lyme ST5 £1/mo 1.2 miles Rightmove
Beresford Crescent, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 £3,250/mo 5 1.54 miles Rightmove
Ground Floor Shop, 113 High Street, Silverdale, ST6 6LX £450/mo 2.32 miles Rightmove
Lymes Road, Butterton, Newcastle Staffordshire ST5 4DR £4,950/mo 5 2.91 miles Rightmove
Snape Hall Road, Whitmore, Newcastle, Staffordshire, ST5 £2,450/mo 5 5.35 miles Rightmove

Average rent: £1,677/mo (7 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.18%
Max investor price (0.8%) £74,375
Target investor price (1%) £59,500
Gross yield 2.2%
Cost-to-rent ratio 45.5×
Monthly cashflow £-769/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -9.8%
  • 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).

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