17 BLUEBELL DRIVE
NEWCASTLE, STAFFORDSHIRE ST5 3UD
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Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
186 m²
Council tax band
G
Last sold
£375,000 Dec 2012
Local average
£340,103 (+83.8%)
Deprivation
Decile 9 (30,115 of 33,755)
Street crime
49 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Five bedroom detached family home
- Three bathrooms
- Three spacious reception rooms
- Mature privacy hedges and tranquil outdoor seating areas
- Double garage and generous driveway
- No upward chain
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Broadband
- Cable
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Gas central
- Parking
- Garage, Driveway
- Garden
- Private garden
- Listed property
- No
- Restrictions
- No
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
Occupying a very large plot with mature conifers to the boundary offering a high degree of privacy, this impressive home provides an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking generous accommodation, extensive outside space and a highly desirable residential setting. Set back from the road behind an expansive driveway, the property enjoys a strong sense of space from the outset, with ample off-road parking, EV charging installed, a detached double garage and established gardens that wrap beautifully around the home.
The accommodation is spacious, versatile and well arranged throughout, making it ideally suited to family living, entertaining and buyers who require flexible rooms for home working, hobbies or visiting guests. A welcoming entrance hall provides access to the principal ground floor accommodation, where the generous living room offers an inviting space for everyday relaxation, with plenty of natural light and a comfortable connection through to the separate dining room. The dining room provides an excellent setting for family meals and entertaining, while also enhancing the flow of the home.
The kitchen is positioned to the rear and offers a practical range of fitted units, work surfaces and space for appliances, with direct access through to the conservatory. This bright additional reception space enjoys views over the private garden and creates a lovely link between the house and outside space. A useful utility room sits alongside the kitchen and houses the recently re-fitted gas central heating boiler, with appliances in the utility and an additional fridge included, adding further practicality for family living. The ground floor is further complemented by a guest cloakroom and a dedicated office, ideal for those working from home or for use as a study, playroom or additional sitting area.
To the first floor, the home continues to offer excellent space and flexibility, with a generous landing leading to five bedrooms. The bedroom arrangement is ideal for larger families, with scope for guest accommodation, dressing areas or further home working space if required. The principal bedroom benefits from en suite facilities, while an additional en suite and family bathroom provide convenience for busy family life. The loft is half boarded, with lighting and ample storage space, further enhancing the practical appeal of the property.
Externally, the plot is one of the defining features of the property. The rear garden is particularly generous, mainly laid to lawn with paved patio areas, mature planting and excellent screening. The established conifers to the boundary create a high degree of privacy and give the garden a wonderfully enclosed and peaceful feel, making it ideal for outdoor dining, entertaining, children’s play or simply enjoying the space and seclusion on offer. The size of the garden also provides exciting potential for future landscaping or enhancement, subject to any necessary consents.
To the front, the broad driveway provides extensive off-road parking, benefits from an installed EV charging point and leads to the detached double garage, further adding to the practicality of the home. The combination of generous parking, garaging, substantial gardens, useful loft storage and well-proportioned accommodation makes this a property with genuine family appeal.
Bluebell Drive is a sought-after residential address within Seabridge, well placed for local amenities, schools, commuter routes and access into Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre. The setting offers a desirable balance of privacy, convenience and established surroundings, making it a superb choice for those looking to settle in a well-regarded location.
With its very large private plot, mature conifer boundaries, spacious internal layout, detached double garage, EV charging point, half-boarded loft with lighting, recently re-fitted gas central heating boiler, included utility appliances, additional fridge and no upward chain position, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial detached family home in one of Seabridge’s most appealing residential settings.
Listed by
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Heywoods
Reference: 89085672
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
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Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £625,000 | +66.7% |
| Sold | 20/12/2012 (13 years ago) | £375,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 ROE LANE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3PJ | £339,500 | 02/12/2025 | Detached |
| 2 BARFORD ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3LF | £287,500 | 14/11/2025 | Detached |
| 18 SHERBORNE DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3JA | £500,000 | 15/08/2025 | Detached |
| 4 SHERBORNE DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3JA | £530,000 | 11/07/2025 | Detached |
| 5 ASH WAY, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3UB | £575,000 | 08/02/2024 | Detached |
| 34 SHERBORNE DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3JD | £500,000 | 15/12/2023 | Detached |
| 51 ROE LANE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3PH | £440,000 | 30/11/2023 | Detached |
| 34 STOCKWOOD ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3LG | £305,000 | 30/11/2023 | Detached |
| 36 HARROWBY DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3JW | £435,000 | 24/11/2023 | Detached |
| 10 SHERBORNE DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3JA | £450,000 | 31/07/2023 | Detached |
| 25 SHERBORNE DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3JA | £525,000 | 19/05/2023 | Detached |
| 54 RIDGMONT ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3LB | £410,000 | 14/04/2023 | Detached |
| 47 RIDGMONT ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3LD | £335,000 | 15/12/2022 | Detached |
| 25 SHERBORNE DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3JA | £340,000 | 09/12/2022 | Detached |
| 37 SHERBORNE DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3JD | £250,000 | 28/11/2022 | Detached |
| 15 ROE LANE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3PH | £600,000 | 25/11/2022 | Detached |
| 50 HARROWBY DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3JT | £720,000 | 11/11/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 16 BLUEBELL DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3UD | £575,000 | 25/08/2022 | Detached |
| 34 HARROWBY DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3JW | £475,000 | 31/05/2022 | Detached |
| 7 SHERBORNE DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3JA | £330,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached |
| 27 HARROWBY DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3JW | £395,000 | 17/01/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 7 BLUEBELL DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3UD | £422,500 | 24/06/2021 | Detached |
| Same street 10 BLUEBELL DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 3UD | £435,000 | 22/06/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £477,500 (3 sales)
Area average: £437,100 (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): Newcastle-under-Lyme. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Newcastle-under-Lyme. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Newcastle-under-Lyme.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Staffordshire North: £798/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Langford Road | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Wye Road | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Premier | 0.3 miles |
| Hospital | North Staffordshire Nuffield Hospital | 0.7 miles |
| Shop | Co-op Food | 0.7 miles |
| Hospital | Royal Stoke University Hospital | 1.3 miles |
| University | Keele University | 1.5 miles |
| Train station | Stoke-on-Trent | 2.6 miles |
| Train station | Trentham Leisure | 2.7 miles |
| University | University of Buckingham Crewe Campus | 10.4 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 22 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 11 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 5 |
| Other crime | 3 |
| Public order | 3 |
| Burglary | 2 |
| Other theft | 2 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Total incidents | 49 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seabridge Primary School | Primary | 0.1 miles | Good — 22 Mar 2012 |
| Langdale Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 15 Sep 2024 |
| Our Lady and St Werburgh's Catholic Primary School | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 11 Apr 2014 |
| Clayton Hall Academy | Secondary | 0.8 miles | Good — 18 Mar 2024 |
| Westlands Primary School | Primary | 0.8 miles | Good — 27 Nov 2023 |
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 Bed Detached House, Ash Way, ST5 | £1,950/mo | 5 | 0.1 miles | OpenRent |
| 5 Bed Semi-Detached House, Beresford Crescent, ST5 | £3,000/mo | 5 | 0.7 miles | OpenRent |
| Beresford Crescent, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 | £3,250/mo | 5 | 0.7 miles | Rightmove |
| Lymes Road, Butterton, Newcastle Staffordshire ST5 4DR | £4,950/mo | 5 | 0.99 miles | Rightmove |
| 9 Rothesay Court, Rothesay Av, Westlands, ST5 2LX | £210/mo | — | 1.07 miles | Rightmove |
| 5 En-suite House Share | £40/mo | 5 | 1.37 miles | Rightmove |
| Modern Studio In Newcastle-Under-Lyme, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 | £560/mo | — | 1.38 miles | Rightmove |
| Ground Floor Shop, 113 High Street, Silverdale, ST6 6LX | £450/mo | — | 2.12 miles | Rightmove |
| The Avenue, Maybank, Newcastle Under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 | £2,995/mo | 5 | 2.13 miles | Rightmove |
| Car Park Lymedale Cross Industrial Estate, Newcastle Under Lyme ST5 | £1/mo | — | 2.42 miles | Rightmove |
| Snape Hall Road, Whitmore, Newcastle, Staffordshire, ST5 | £2,450/mo | 5 | 3.35 miles | Rightmove |
Average rent: £1,805/mo (11 listings)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- 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).