24 BABBACOMBE AVENUE
STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE ST17 0JD
£280,000
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
86 m²
Council tax band
C
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Last sold
£165,000 May 2014
Price per m²
£3,256/m²
Local average
£256,534 (+9.1%)
Deprivation
Decile 10 (33,164 of 33,755)
Street crime
40 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Bright Lounge, Dining Room & Conservatory
- Modern Kitchen with Utility, WC & Garage Access
- Beautiful Garden with Summer House
- Three Bedrooms & Neat Family Bathroom
- Driveway Parking for Two Cars
- Popular Residential Location Close to Schools & Amenities
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Broadband
- FTTP (fibre to the premises)
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Gas central
- Parking
- Garage, Driveway
- Garden
- Front 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
Tucked along Babbacombe Avenue, this is the sort of home where Sunday roasts linger, garden doors stay open all summer and every room seems to politely ask, ‘Shall we make a memory today?’
Set within one of Walton’s most popular residential pockets, close to excellent schools, peaceful walks, the canal, and easy routes into Stafford town centre, this beautifully presented three-bedroom semi-detached home offers the perfect blend of comfort, practicality and warm family living.
The property is approached by a driveway for two cars and a neat entrance porch that opens into a welcoming hallway with handy under-stairs storage. From here, you can head into the bright and inviting living room, a lovely space with an electric log-burner-style feature fire giving it a cosy focal point. The lounge opens directly into the dining room, creating a seamless flow for everyday living and entertaining. The dining room is full of natural light and features bi-fold doors that lead to the conservatory, which in turn opens straight out to the garden.
The kitchen sits just off the dining room and is beautifully finished with modern units, tasteful neutral décor, and a belfast sink overlooking the garden. An integrated dishwasher, generous storage, and a large oven with a five-burner hob make it both stylish and functional. From here, a door leads into the utility room, a surprisingly spacious area with extra worktops, useful storage solutions, and access to the downstairs WC and the single garage.
Outside, the rear garden is a genuine highlight. A paved seating area sits just outside the back doors, opening onto a large, well-kept lawn framed by flower borders and mature planting. To the rear left is a second, larger paved patio, perfect for outdoor dining, while the right-hand corner is home to a beautifully finished summer house, complete with power and with an additional built-in storage shed behind. A side path provides access back to the front of the property.
Upstairs, the first floor offers three bedrooms: two generous doubles and a well-sized single. The principal bedroom, front facing, is a bright and comfortable space; the rear double overlooks the garden and features an airing cupboard. The single bedroom includes a neat over-stairs bulkhead, ideal for a TV stand or storage. The family bathroom is well-kept and neutrally finished, with a shower over the bath.
All in all, this is a wonderfully balanced home in a highly sought-after area, full of charm, practicality and that “just feels right” atmosphere that buyers love.
EPC Rating: D
Listed by
Stafford
Dourish & Day
Reference: 170040227
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 19/12/2025
Expiry date: 18/12/2035
Current heating cost: £1,271/year
Potential heating cost: £1,118/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £16,735
Recommendations
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
- Upgrade heating controls (£220 - £250)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #10731056
Property Details
Street: 24 Babbacombe Avenue
Town: STAFFORD
Postcode: ST17 0JD
Installation Details
Items: 1 door
Certificate Issued: 12/01/2015
Work Completed: 05/12/2014
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #140564
Property Details
Street: 24 Babbacombe Avenue
Town: STAFFORD
Postcode: ST17 0JD
Installation Details
Items: 2 windows and 1 door
Certificate Issued: 15/10/2002
Work Completed: 27/08/2002
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 | — | £280,000 | +69.7% |
| Sold | 22/05/2014 (12 years ago) | £165,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 FALMOUTH AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0JQ | £245,000 | 14/11/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 3 HONITON CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0EH | £275,000 | 14/11/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 20 HELSTON CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0GZ | £232,000 | 29/11/2024 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 4 BABBACOMBE AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0JD | £245,000 | 27/10/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 10 HELSTON CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0GZ | £244,000 | 19/06/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 111 PORLOCK AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0HU | £260,000 | 12/05/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 14 BRAUNTON AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0EP | £270,000 | 15/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 11 APPLEDORE CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0EW | £330,000 | 06/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 3 HARTLAND AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0EJ | £250,000 | 17/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 35 TIVERTON AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0HA | £240,000 | 30/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 2 CAMBORNE CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0EN | £245,000 | 09/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 1 HELSTON CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0GZ | £205,000 | 19/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 14 APPLEDORE CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0EW | £250,000 | 05/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 106 PORLOCK AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0HT | £240,500 | 27/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 9 BABBACOMBE AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0JD | £251,000 | 19/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 24 HELSTON CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0GZ | £202,000 | 08/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 57 TORRINGTON AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0JF | £225,000 | 29/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| CHASE RIDGE STOCKTON LANE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0JS | £552,000 | 11/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 28 TIVERTON AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0HA | £250,000 | 21/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 143 PORLOCK AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0HU | £280,000 | 17/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 19 CAMBORNE CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0EN | £252,000 | 30/11/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 22 CAMBORNE CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0EN | £247,000 | 25/11/2021 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 10 BABBACOMBE AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0JD | £190,000 | 24/08/2021 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 10 BABBACOMBE AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 0JD | £190,000 | 24/08/2021 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £219,000 (4 sales)
Area average: £264,725 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Stafford. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Stafford. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Stafford.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Mid Staffs: £738/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Babbacombe Avenue | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Widecombe Avenue | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Newsagents | 0.3 miles |
| Shop | Francesco Group | 0.3 miles |
| University | Staffordshire University Blackheath Lane Site | 1.4 miles |
| Hospital | St George's Hospital | 1.9 miles |
| Train station | Stafford | 2.2 miles |
| Hospital | Rowley Hall Hospital | 2.2 miles |
| Train station | Amerton Station | 4.6 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 20 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 7 |
| Public order | 4 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 2 |
| Other crime | 2 |
| Other theft | 2 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Drugs | 1 |
| Theft from the person | 1 |
| Total incidents | 40 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leasowes Primary School | Primary | 0.1 miles | Outstanding — 13 Mar 2024 |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 18 Jan 2024 |
| Walton High School | Secondary | 0.5 miles | Good — 24 Feb 2012 |
| Berkswich CofE (VC) Primary School | Primary | 0.7 miles | Outstanding — 24 Jul 2017 |
| Oakridge Primary School | Primary | 0.7 miles | — (Inspected (no overall grade)) |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).