5 HILL CROFT
STAFFORD, HIXON, STAFFORDSHIRE ST18 0QN
£158,950
Property details
Last sold
£174,950 Jun 2007
Local average
£509,354 (-68.8%)
Deprivation
Decile 8 (23,851 of 33,755)
Street crime
8 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- 2 good sized bedrooms
- Excellent reception accommodation
- Mature gardens to front and rear
- Garage
- Double glazed and gas centrally heated
Description
Sought after village location, delightful detached bungalow in quiet cul-de-sac location
DIRECTIONS
Directions from Lichfields cathedral city centre location. Proceed North on the A51 Stafford Road, continuing on this road through Rugeley Town Centre, bearing right at Wolesley Bridge, on the A51, part Great Haywood, Hixon is sign-posted on the right-hand side, continuing to the village. In the centre of the village, turn right and then first left into Hill Croft.
DESCRIPTION
On The Ground Floor
Reception Vestible
Having double-glazed window to front and inner door to:
Spacious Lounge (14' 3" x 11' 4")
the focal point of the room is provided by revealed brickwork fireplace with Living Flame electric fire, three wall-light points, radiator, tv aerial point, coved cornice to ceiling, uPVC double-glazed bow window to front.
Dining Area (8' 7" x 8' 5")
Having radiator, coved cornice to ceiling, uPVC double-glazed window to side.
Fitted Kitchen (11' 1" x 8' 5")
Having a comprehensive range of fitted base and eye level units incorporating ample fitted cupboard and drawers together with stainless steel sink unit, working surfaces, co-ordinated ceramic wall-tiling, electric cooker point, stainless steel chimney hood, space for fridge/freezer, central heating radiator, double-glazed window to rear, door to side.
Inner Hallway
Having airing cupboard and loft access, off which leads
Bedroom 1 (9' 10" x 9' 8")
Having built-in wardrobes with full-width mirror sliding doors, radiator, uPVC double-glazed window to rear.
Bathroom (7' x 5' 10")
Having panelled bath, electric shower unit, wash-hand basin, low level w.c., co-ordinated ceramic wall-tiling, double-height radiator, ceramic tiled floor, double-glazed window to side.
Bedroom 2 (11' 5" x 8' 8")
Being located off the dining-room and having central heating radiator, coved cornice to ceiling, uPVC double-glazed window to front.
Outside:
The property is set back from the road behind an established frontage with driveway with off-road car parking facilities, lawned, flower and herbaceous borders.
Garage (16' 9" x 8' 3")
Having an up-and-over door, power and light, gas fire boiler, plumbing for washing machine.
Covered Side Patio Area
Mature Rear Garden
Having patio, lawn, flower and herbaceous borders, garden pond.
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS 2003 - Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract.
3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.
5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.
6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.
Listed by
Lichfield
Connells
Reference: 4326484
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 4 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #9232363
Property Details
Street: 5 Hill Croft
Town: Hixon
Postcode: ST18 0QN
Installation Details
Items: 1 door
Certificate Issued: 24/12/2012
Work Completed: 24/10/2012
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #15104050 Recent
Property Details
Street: 5 Hill Croft
Town: Hixon
Postcode: ST18 0QN
Installation Details
Items: 1 door
Certificate Issued: 21/03/2022
Work Completed: 10/03/2022
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #15390680 Recent
Property Details
Street: 5 Hill Croft
Town: Hixon
Postcode: ST18 0QN
Installation Details
Items: 1 window
Certificate Issued: 11/09/2022
Work Completed: 21/07/2022
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #15793571 Recent
Property Details
Street: 5 Hill Croft
Town: Hixon
Postcode: ST18 0QN
Installation Details
Items: 3 windows
Certificate Issued: 11/06/2023
Work Completed: 23/05/2023
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
52% since 2002
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 22/06/2007 (19 years ago) | £174,950 | +10.4% |
| Sold | 19/05/2006 (20 years ago) | £158,500 | +37.8% |
| Sold | 22/11/2002 (23 years ago) | £115,000 | — |
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 HIGHFIELD ROAD, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0LY | £272,000 | 28/11/2025 | Detached |
| 8 SYCAMORE DRIVE, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0FB | £330,000 | 21/11/2025 | Detached |
| 5 VICTORIA WALK, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0RH | £324,000 | 29/11/2023 | Detached |
| 9 VICTORIA WALK, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0RH | £330,000 | 19/10/2023 | Detached |
| 22 ELM CRESCENT, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0FD | £300,000 | 29/09/2023 | Detached |
| FORTYWINKS FEATHERBED LANE, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0QS | £370,000 | 15/06/2023 | Detached |
| GOWER HOUSE MARTINS WAY, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0PW | £368,000 | 16/12/2022 | Detached |
| 1 RIDGEWAY, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0NZ | £210,000 | 11/11/2022 | Detached |
| 3 HIGHFIELD ROAD, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0LY | £236,500 | 31/10/2022 | Detached |
| 6 HIGHFIELD ROAD, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0LY | £232,000 | 17/10/2022 | Detached |
| 8 ELM CRESCENT, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0FD | £365,000 | 03/10/2022 | Detached |
| LAUNDRY COTTAGE SMITHY LANE, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0PP | £350,000 | 09/09/2022 | Detached |
| 41 ELIZABETH GARDENS, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0QX | £395,000 | 12/08/2022 | Detached |
| CHESTALL HOUSE LEGGE LANE, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0NU | £430,000 | 05/08/2022 | Detached |
| 11 VICTORIA WALK, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0RH | £347,000 | 30/06/2022 | Detached |
| 3 BATH LANE, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0FG | £525,000 | 14/04/2022 | Detached |
| 4 SYCAMORE DRIVE, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0FB | £332,000 | 13/04/2022 | Detached |
| 1 VICTORIA WALK, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0RH | £350,000 | 01/04/2022 | Detached |
| 38 MEADOW GLADE, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0NT | £255,000 | 30/03/2022 | Detached |
| 2 VINE CLOSE, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0FE | £340,000 | 30/11/2021 | Detached |
| Same street 3 HILL CROFT, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0QN | £220,500 | 12/08/2021 | Detached |
| Same street 6 HILL CROFT, HIXON, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST18 0QN | £233,000 | 06/07/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £226,750 (2 sales)
Area average: £333,075 (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: 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: £623/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Post Office | 0.1 miles |
| Train station | Chartley Halt | 1.3 miles |
| Train station | Amerton Station | 1.3 miles |
| Shop | The Haywoods Hair Studio | 2.8 miles |
| Shop | Londis | 3.3 miles |
| University | Staffordshire University Blackheath Lane Site | 3.3 miles |
| Hospital | St George's Hospital | 4.9 miles |
| Hospital | Rowley Hall Hospital | 5.9 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 4 |
| Public order | 2 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Total incidents | 8 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's CofE Primary School | Primary | 0.2 miles | Good — 10 Nov 2014 |
| St Andrew's CofE Primary School | Primary | 1.7 miles | Good — 2 Jul 2014 |
| St John's Catholic Primary School | Primary | 1.9 miles | Good — 10 Nov 2022 |
| Anson CofE Primary School | Primary | 2.1 miles | Good — 10 Dec 2023 |
| Colwich CofE Primary School | Primary | 2.9 miles | Good — 26 Oct 2023 |
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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).