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THE STABLES, LAWTON HALL DRIVE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHURCH LAWTON, CHESHIRE EAST ST7 3EH

4 beds 3 baths 1,528 sq ft Listed 3 Mar 2022 (-1565d)

£435,000

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# 4 bedroom house for sale (ST7 3EH)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 5, THE STABLES, LAWTON HALL DRIVE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHURCH LAWTON, CHESHIRE EAST ST7 3EH |
| Price | £435,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 2003-2006 |
| Floor area | 142 m² |
| Last sold | £435,000 Apr 2023 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 06/03/2032
- **Current heating cost:** £619/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £4,500

### Recommendations
- U (£3,500 - £5,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0041-2463-1070-2702-7085)

## Description

The property is approached via a walled and gated entrance, with driveway winding through the estate leading its various pockets. Our property boasts private off-road parking plus a large double garage providing further parking and/or storage. The development sits in simply stunning grounds, well-maintained with multiple communal areas offering gorgeous settings for peaceful walks or simply enjoying the secluded rural aspect.

**Directions**

From Alsager Town Centre head East on Lawton Road towards Church Lawton. Continue across the junction with Knutsford Road and after approx. 1 mile turn left in to Lawton Hall Drive where the gated development will be seen.

**Dining Hall**

Front door. Coved ceiling. Two ceiling light points. Double glazed windows to front and side. Two radiators. Turning staircase to first floor. Wood floor. Deep cloaks/storage cupboard. Double doors to:-

**Living Room**

Coved ceiling. Two ceiling light points. Double glazed windows to fornt and rear. Two radiators. Feature hole in the wall style contemporary fireplace with gas living flame fire. Wood floor.

**Breakfast Kitchen**

Fitted with a range of unit comprising cupboards and drawers with work surfaces over and matching wall units. 1 1/2 bowl stainless steel sink unit with chrome mixer tap. Tiled splashbacks. Five ring gas hob with extractor hood over. Built-in oven and microwave. Integrated fridge, freezer and dishwasher. Breakfast bar seating area. Downlights. Double glazed windows to side. Two contemporary vertical wall radiators. Tiled floor.

**Utility Room**

Space and plumbing for washing machine and dryer. Work top. Wall mounted Baxi boiler. Light and power. Tiled floor.

**Hallway**

Ceiling light point. Courtesy door to front. Radiator. Wood floor.

**Bedroom 4**

Ceiling light point. Loft hatch. Double glazed window to side. Radiator. Porthole window to front.

**Downstairs Shower Room**

Ceiling light point. Opaque double glazed widow to side. Ceiling fan. White suite comprising shower unit with chrome shower fitment and glazed screen. Low level WC with concealed cistern. White wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap. Half tiled walls. Chrome heated towel radiator. Tiled floor.

**Landing**

Double glazed window to rear and porthole window to front. Ceiling light point. Downlight.

**Bedroom 1**

Ceiling light point. Loft hatch. Double glazed window to rear. Radiator.

**En-Suite Shower Room**

White suite comprising shower unit with chrome shower fitment, body jets and glazed screen. Low level WC with concealed cistern. Wall hung wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap. Chrome heated towel radiator. Half tiled walls. Skylight window. Downlights. Tiled floor.

**Bedroom 2**

Ceiling light point. Double glazed window to rear. Radiator.

**Bedroom 3**

Ceiling light point. Double glazed window to rear. Radiator. Skylight window.

**Family Bathroom**

White suite comprising panelled bath with chrome tap, shower fitment and glazed screen. Low level WC with concealed cistern. Wall hung wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap. Downlights. extractor fan. Skylight window. Half tiled walls. Tiled floor. Chrome heated towel radiator.

**Externally**

**Double Garage**

**Parking**

Off-road parking plus detached double garage for further parking and/or storage.

**Charges**

Ground rent approx. £250pa

999 year lease residual

Service charge approx. £180pm

## Property Photos

- ![Main Image (Main)](/listings/photos/120609845/223938) - Main Image (Main)
- ![Dining Hall](/listings/photos/120609845/223939) - Dining Hall
- ![Dining Hall](/listings/photos/120609845/223940) - Dining Hall
- ![Dining Hall](/listings/photos/120609845/223941) - Dining Hall
- ![Dining Hall](/listings/photos/120609845/223942) - Dining Hall
- ![Living Room](/listings/photos/120609845/223943) - Living Room
- ![Living Room](/listings/photos/120609845/223944) - Living Room
- ![Breakfast Kitchen](/listings/photos/120609845/223945) - Breakfast Kitchen
- ![Breakfast Kitchen](/listings/photos/120609845/223946) - Breakfast Kitchen
- ![Bedroom 4](/listings/photos/120609845/223947) - Bedroom 4
- ![Landing](/listings/photos/120609845/223948) - Landing
- ![Bedroom 1](/listings/photos/120609845/223949) - Bedroom 1
- ![En-Suite](/listings/photos/120609845/223950) - En-Suite
- ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/120609845/223951) - Bedroom 2
- ![Bedroom 3](/listings/photos/120609845/223952) - Bedroom 3
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/120609845/223953) - Bathroom
- ![Externally](/listings/photos/120609845/223954) - Externally
- ![Externally](/listings/photos/120609845/223955) - Externally
- ![Externally](/listings/photos/120609845/223956) - Externally
- ![Externally](/listings/photos/120609845/223957) - Externally
- ![Externally](/listings/photos/120609845/223958) - Externally
- ![Double Garage](/listings/photos/120609845/223959) - Double Garage

## Floorplans

- ![Floor Plan](/listings/photos/120609845/223960) - Floor Plan

## FENSA Certificates

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

### FENSA Certificate #3640286
- **Address:** 5 The Stables, Lawton Hall Drive, Church Lawton, ST7 3EH
- **Certificate Issued:** 11/04/2006
- **Work Completed:** 27/01/2006
- **Items:** 1 window(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| THE STABLES 5 LAWTON HALL DRIVE, CHURCH LAWTON, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 3EH | £435,000 | 13/04/2023 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| THE PARK SCHOOL LIVERPOOL ROAD WEST, CHURCH LAWTON, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 3DA | £350,000 | 25/03/2022 | Other |

**Area average:** £350,000 (1 sale)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £724,965 (13 Other, ST7, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -40%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £878/mo
- **Realistic:** £975/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,073/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £992/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| [Ravens Lane, Bignall End, Stoke-On-Trent](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/030cbd0) | £1,000/mo | 4 | 2.99 miles | Rightmove |

**Average rent: £1,000/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.23% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £125,000
- **Target investor price (1%):** £100,000

*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 £1,000/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 2.8%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 36.3×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-838/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -8%

*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:** £3,063/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 269.6%
- **10y growth:** 1008.9%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Cheshire East; All dwelling types series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 1.3%
- **5y growth (index):** 22.9%
- **10y growth (index):** 52.2%

## 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

LEASEHOLD

Floor area

142 m²

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 2003-2006

Last sold

£435,000 Apr 2023

Price per m²

£3,063/m²

Local average

£724,965 (-40%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (26,280 of 33,755)

Street crime

29 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

NO CHAIN
Stunning country estate
Beautifully maintained grounds
Off-road parking plus double garage

Additional details

Parking: Garage
Garden: Yes

Description

This superb semi-detached property forms part of a stunning, exclusive gated country estate in picturesque Church Lawton. The sprawling development sits in beautiful grounds, offering tranquil country living, whilst being conveniently positioned for access to Alsager, Sandbach, Congleton and beyond. The property itself comes beautifully presented, with high quality fixtures and fittings throughout. Particular mention must be made of the generous room proportions with high ceilings allowing floods of natural light.
The property is approached via a walled and gated entrance, with driveway winding through the estate leading its various pockets. Our property boasts private off-road parking plus a large double garage providing further parking and/or storage. The development sits in simply stunning grounds, well-maintained with multiple communal areas offering gorgeous settings for peaceful walks or simply enjoying the secluded rural aspect.
Directions
From Alsager Town Centre head East on Lawton Road towards Church Lawton. Continue across the junction with Knutsford Road and after approx. 1 mile turn left in to Lawton Hall Drive where the gated development will be seen.
Dining Hall
Front door. Coved ceiling. Two ceiling light points. Double glazed windows to front and side. Two radiators. Turning staircase to first floor. Wood floor. Deep cloaks/storage cupboard. Double doors to:-
Living Room
Coved ceiling. Two ceiling light points. Double glazed windows to fornt and rear. Two radiators. Feature hole in the wall style contemporary fireplace with gas living flame fire. Wood floor.
Breakfast Kitchen
Fitted with a range of unit comprising cupboards and drawers with work surfaces over and matching wall units. 1 1/2 bowl stainless steel sink unit with chrome mixer tap. Tiled splashbacks. Five ring gas hob with extractor hood over. Built-in oven and microwave. Integrated fridge, freezer and dishwasher. Breakfast bar seating area. Downlights. Double glazed windows to side. Two contemporary vertical wall radiators. Tiled floor.
Utility Room
Space and plumbing for washing machine and dryer. Work top. Wall mounted Baxi boiler. Light and power. Tiled floor.
Hallway
Ceiling light point. Courtesy door to front. Radiator. Wood floor.
Bedroom 4
Ceiling light point. Loft hatch. Double glazed window to side. Radiator. Porthole window to front.
Downstairs Shower Room
Ceiling light point. Opaque double glazed widow to side. Ceiling fan. White suite comprising shower unit with chrome shower fitment and glazed screen. Low level WC with concealed cistern. White wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap. Half tiled walls. Chrome heated towel radiator. Tiled floor.
Landing
Double glazed window to rear and porthole window to front. Ceiling light point. Downlight.
Bedroom 1
Ceiling light point. Loft hatch. Double glazed window to rear. Radiator.
En-Suite Shower Room
White suite comprising shower unit with chrome shower fitment, body jets and glazed screen. Low level WC with concealed cistern. Wall hung wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap. Chrome heated towel radiator. Half tiled walls. Skylight window. Downlights. Tiled floor.
Bedroom 2
Ceiling light point. Double glazed window to rear. Radiator.
Bedroom 3
Ceiling light point. Double glazed window to rear. Radiator. Skylight window.
Family Bathroom
White suite comprising panelled bath with chrome tap, shower fitment and glazed screen. Low level WC with concealed cistern. Wall hung wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap. Downlights. extractor fan. Skylight window. Half tiled walls. Tiled floor. Chrome heated towel radiator.
Externally
The property is approached via a walled and gated entrance, with driveway winding through the estate leading its various pockets. Our property boasts private off-road parking plus a large double garage providing further parking and/or storage. The development sits in simply stunning grounds, well-maintained with multiple communal areas offering gorgeous settings for peaceful walks or simply enjoying the secluded rural aspect.
Double Garage

Parking
Off-road parking plus detached double garage for further parking and/or storage.
Charges
Ground rent approx. £250pa
999 year lease residual
Service charge approx. £180pm

Listed by

Knutsford

Irlams (Estate Agents) Ltd

Reference: 120609845

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 07/03/2022

Expiry date: 06/03/2032

Current heating cost: £619/year

Potential heating cost: £619/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £4,500

Recommendations

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

Floor Plan

FENSA Certificates

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

FENSA Certificate #3640286

Property Details

Street: 5 The Stables

Town: Lawton Hall Drive, Church Lawton

Postcode: ST7 3EH

Installation Details

Items: 1 window

Certificate Issued: 11/04/2006

Work Completed: 27/01/2006

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
Sold	13/04/2023 (3 years ago)	£435,000	—

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
THE PARK SCHOOL LIVERPOOL ROAD WEST, CHURCH LAWTON, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 3DA	£350,000	25/03/2022	Other

Area average: £350,000 (1 sale)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 269.6%

10y growth 1008.9%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire East. Series: All dwelling types. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 1.3%

5y (index) 22.9%

10y (index) 52.2%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Cheshire East. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £878/mo

Realistic £975/mo

Optimistic £1,073/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for South Cheshire: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View ST7 3EH

Address

Church Lawton, Cheshire East, England, ST7 3EH, United Kingdom

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Church Lawton, Liverpool Road West / Lawton Manor	0.1 miles
Shop	PEF Autos	0.6 miles
Shop	Staffordshire Classic Scooters	0.7 miles
Train station	Kidsgrove	1.1 miles
Train station	Alsager	1.4 miles
Hospital	Bradwell Hospital	4.2 miles
Hospital	Haywood Hospital	4.2 miles
University	University of Buckingham Crewe Campus	6.4 miles
University	Keele University	6.6 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	11
Bicycle theft	3
Criminal damage and arson	3
Public order	3
Anti-social behaviour	2
Other theft	2
Shoplifting	2
Burglary	1
Other crime	1
Vehicle crime	1
Total incidents	29

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
Church Lawton School	Other	0.7 miles	Good — 29 Mar 2023
The Reginald Mitchell Primary School	Primary	0.8 miles	Good — 17 Jan 2017
St Saviour's CofE Academy	Primary	0.9 miles	Good — 8 Apr 2014
Bluebell School Ltd	Other	1.0 miles	Outstanding — 22 Jan 2023
Scholar Green Primary School	Primary	1.1 miles	Good — 19 Jun 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
Ravens Lane, Bignall End, Stoke-On-Trent	£1,000/mo	4	2.99 miles	Rightmove

Average rent: £1,000/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.23%

Max investor price (0.8%) £125,000

Target investor price (1%) £100,000

Gross yield 2.8%

Cost-to-rent ratio 36.3×

Monthly cashflow £-838/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI -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).