Sold STC Semi-detached

3 CEDAR CRESCENT

STOKE-ON-TRENT, BIGNALL END, STAFFORDSHIRE ST7 8LE

2 beds 1 baths 624 sq ft Listed 20 Apr 2026 (-54d)

£200,000

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# 2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale (ST7 8LE)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 3 CEDAR CRESCENT, STOKE-ON-TRENT, BIGNALL END, STAFFORDSHIRE ST7 8LE |
| Price | £200,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | B |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1967-1975 |
| Floor area | 58 m² |
| Last sold | £158,500 Sep 2021 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 10/06/2031
- **Current heating cost:** £525/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £17,825

### Recommendations
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- E (£25)
- F (£200 - £400)
- G (£350 - £450)
- I (£2,200 - £3,000)
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)
- U (£3,500 - £5,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2420-6178-2023-5112-6743)

## Description

Immaculately modernised by the current owners, the property is in true move-in ready condition, allowing you to settle in with ease from day one. Designed for convenient single-level living, this home combines practicality with a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout.

The accommodation briefly comprises a spacious lounge ideal for both relaxing and entertaining, alongside a newly fitted contemporary kitchen-breakfast room finished to a high standard. There are two well-proportioned bedrooms, offering flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobbies, as well as a bright and airy conservatory providing the perfect additional living space overlooking the garden.

Externally, the property benefits from a single garage and is situated in a quiet residential area, making it an excellent choice for those seeking peace and privacy. Despite its tranquil setting, the home is well-connected with excellent transport links nearby, ensuring easy access to surrounding towns and amenities.

This charming bungalow represents a wonderful opportunity to enjoy comfortable, low-maintenance living in a desirable location.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/174688403/269824) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/174688403/269825) - EPC 1

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #8269073
- **Address:** 3 Cedar Crescent, Bignall End, ST7 8LE
- **Certificate Issued:** 11/07/2011
- **Work Completed:** 29/06/2011
- **Items:** 1 door(s)

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 3 CEDAR CRESCENT, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LE | £158,500 | 27/09/2021 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 14 BIRCH ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LB | £257,500 | 23/04/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 4 BIRCH ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LB | £135,000 | 06/10/2023 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 2 CEDAR CRESCENT, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LE | £150,000 | 22/09/2023 | Detached |
| [Same street] 4 CEDAR CRESCENT, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LE | £236,000 | 20/07/2023 | Detached |
| 25 PEAR TREE ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8NH | £185,000 | 30/06/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 5 WEDGWOOD AVENUE, WOOD LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8PG | £185,000 | 20/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 13 TURNER AVENUE, WOOD LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8PF | £160,000 | 12/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 7 BOON HILL ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LA | £201,000 | 14/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 15 CHURCH STREET, WOOD LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8PE | £205,000 | 12/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 16 CHERRY TREE ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LD | £260,000 | 15/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 3 WOODCROFT, WOOD LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8PD | £174,000 | 10/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 15 BIRCH ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LB | £190,000 | 06/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 40 HIGH STREET, WOOD LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8PB | £178,400 | 28/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 14 CHURCH STREET, WOOD LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8PE | £190,000 | 25/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 33 BIRCH ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LB | £150,000 | 27/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 69 CHURCH STREET, WOOD LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8PE | £200,000 | 21/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 4 ELM TREE DRIVE, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8NG | £242,000 | 30/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 1 CHERRY TREE ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LD | £182,500 | 29/09/2021 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £193,000 (2 sales)
**Area average:** £193,463 (16 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £209,071 (70 Semi-detached, ST7, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -4.3%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Newcastle-under-Lyme). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £743/mo
- **Realistic:** £825/mo
- **Optimistic:** £908/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for South Cheshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £573/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| [St Martins Road, STOKE-ON-TRENT](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/32ace8a) | £1,100/mo | 2 | 1.8 miles | Rightmove |

**Average rent: £1,100/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.55% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £137,500
- **Target investor price (1%):** £110,000

*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 £1,100/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 6.6%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 15.2×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £177/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 3.7%

*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:** £3,448/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 32.3%
- **10y growth:** 60.2%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Newcastle-under-Lyme; Semi-detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 2.9%
- **5y growth (index):** 24.9%
- **10y growth (index):** 59.4%

## 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)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

58 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1967-1975

Last sold

£158,500 Sep 2021

Price per m²

£3,448/m²

Local average

£209,071 (-4.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 6 (19,701 of 33,755)

Street crime

32 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Excellent Choice to Downsize to
Single Level Living
Newly Modernised Throughout
Two Double Bedrooms
Single Garage & Driveway Parking
Low Maintenance Rear Garden
Quiet Residential Area

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

Located in Cedar Crescent, Bignall End, this beautifully presented two-bedroom semi-detached bungalow offers the perfect opportunity for those looking to downsize without compromising on comfort or style.

Immaculately modernised by the current owners, the property is in true move-in ready condition, allowing you to settle in with ease from day one. Designed for convenient single-level living, this home combines practicality with a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout.

The accommodation briefly comprises a spacious lounge ideal for both relaxing and entertaining, alongside a newly fitted contemporary kitchen-breakfast room finished to a high standard. There are two well-proportioned bedrooms, offering flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobbies, as well as a bright and airy conservatory providing the perfect additional living space overlooking the garden.

Externally, the property benefits from a single garage and is situated in a quiet residential area, making it an excellent choice for those seeking peace and privacy. Despite its tranquil setting, the home is well-connected with excellent transport links nearby, ensuring easy access to surrounding towns and amenities.

This charming bungalow represents a wonderful opportunity to enjoy comfortable, low-maintenance living in a desirable location.

Listed by

covering Alsager

Spicerhaart

Reference: 174688403

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 11/06/2021

Expiry date: 10/06/2031

Current heating cost: £525/year

Potential heating cost: £390/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £17,825

EPC D or below may face future regulation risk. Upgrading to C could improve long-term ROI.

Recommendations

Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£25)
Hot water cylinder thermostat (£200 - £400)
Upgrade heating controls (£350 - £450)
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler (£2,200 - £3,000)
Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #8269073

Property Details

Street: 3 Cedar Crescent

Town: Bignall End

Postcode: ST7 8LE

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 11/07/2011

Work Completed: 29/06/2011

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Listed for sale	—	£200,000	+26.2%
Sold	27/09/2021 (4 years ago)	£158,500	—

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
14 BIRCH ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LB	£257,500	23/04/2025	Semi-detached
4 BIRCH ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LB	£135,000	06/10/2023	Semi-detached
Same street 2 CEDAR CRESCENT, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LE	£150,000	22/09/2023	Detached
Same street 4 CEDAR CRESCENT, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LE	£236,000	20/07/2023	Detached
25 PEAR TREE ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8NH	£185,000	30/06/2023	Semi-detached
5 WEDGWOOD AVENUE, WOOD LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8PG	£185,000	20/12/2022	Semi-detached
13 TURNER AVENUE, WOOD LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8PF	£160,000	12/10/2022	Semi-detached
7 BOON HILL ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LA	£201,000	14/09/2022	Semi-detached
15 CHURCH STREET, WOOD LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8PE	£205,000	12/09/2022	Semi-detached
16 CHERRY TREE ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LD	£260,000	15/06/2022	Semi-detached
3 WOODCROFT, WOOD LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8PD	£174,000	10/06/2022	Semi-detached
15 BIRCH ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LB	£190,000	06/05/2022	Semi-detached
40 HIGH STREET, WOOD LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8PB	£178,400	28/03/2022	Semi-detached
14 CHURCH STREET, WOOD LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8PE	£190,000	25/02/2022	Semi-detached
33 BIRCH ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LB	£150,000	27/01/2022	Semi-detached
69 CHURCH STREET, WOOD LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8PE	£200,000	21/01/2022	Semi-detached
4 ELM TREE DRIVE, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8NG	£242,000	30/09/2021	Semi-detached
1 CHERRY TREE ROAD, BIGNALL END, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST7 8LD	£182,500	29/09/2021	Semi-detached

Street average: £193,000 (2 sales)

Area average: £193,463 (16 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 32.3%

10y growth 60.2%

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

1y (index) 2.9%

5y (index) 24.9%

10y (index) 59.4%

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 South Cheshire: £573/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View ST7 8LE

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Woodcroft	0.2 miles
Shop	Unknown	0.4 miles
Shop	Tesco Express	0.7 miles
Train station	Apedale Road	1.3 miles
Train station	Silverdale	1.4 miles
Hospital	Bradwell Hospital	2.1 miles
University	Keele University	3.5 miles
Hospital	Haywood Hospital	3.9 miles
University	University of Staffordshire Stoke Campus	5.2 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	19
Anti-social behaviour	4
Other crime	3
Vehicle crime	2
Burglary	1
Criminal damage and arson	1
Drugs	1
Public order	1
Total incidents	32

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
Wood Lane Primary School	Primary	0.3 miles	Requires improvement — 21 May 2023
Ravensmead Primary School	Primary	0.6 miles	Good — 13 Jun 2024
Castle Hill School	Other	0.8 miles	Requires improvement — 18 Apr 2024
Sir Thomas Boughey Academy	Secondary	1.1 miles	Good — 22 Mar 2022
Alsagers Bank Primary Academy	Primary	1.2 miles	Good — 19 Nov 2012

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
St Martins Road, STOKE-ON-TRENT	£1,100/mo	2	1.8 miles	Rightmove

Average rent: £1,100/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.55%

Max investor price (0.8%) £137,500

Target investor price (1%) £110,000

Gross yield 6.6%

Cost-to-rent ratio 15.2×

Monthly cashflow £177/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 3.7%

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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