# 2 bedroom flat for sale (WS12 4FA) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 33 RAILWAY VIEW, CANNOCK, HEDNESFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE WS12 4FA | | Price | £130,000 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | B | | Construction age | England and Wales: 2003-2006 | | Floor area | 57 m² | | Last sold | £100,000 Jun 2022 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 26/01/2032 - **Current heating cost:** £636/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £2,200 ### Recommendations - A (£100 - £350) - B4 (£300 - £600) - E (£25) - L2 (£1,200 - £1,800) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2830-3012-5209-6582-9204) ## Description Paul Carr Estate Agents are delighted to present this spacious and modern two-bedroom second-floor apartment, situated on Railway View - a quiet cul-de-sac in Hednesford. Offered for sale with no onward chain, this well-presented property is ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors alike. The accommodation briefly comprises an entrance hall, which benefits from a hatch providing access to a private loft space, leading to a bright and airy open-plan kitchen-living area with dual-aspect windows, modern kitchen cabinetry and a storage cupboard. The generous lounge area provides plenty of room for both relaxation and dining. There are two well-proportioned bedrooms, including an impressive principal bedroom measuring in excess of 17ft and featuring high-quality fitted wardrobes. Completing the accommodation is a recently refitted bathroom, appointed with a stylish white suite and shower over the bath. Externally, residents enjoy access to communal gardens located to the rear of the development. The property further benefits from an allocated off-road parking space, alongside multiple visitor parking bays for guests. With approximately 104 years remaining on the lease, excellent commuter links, and a move-in ready interior, this superb apartment represents an outstanding opportunity to purchase a well-appointed home in a convenient and desirable location. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the space and quality on offer. Identity Verification Fee - We are required by law to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all those buying a property as part of our due diligence. As agents acting on behalf of the seller, we are required to verify the identity of all purchasers once an offer has been accepted, subject to contract. The initial checks are carried out on our behalf by Lifetime Legal . A non-refundable administration fee of £40 + VAT (£48 including VAT) applies which covers the cost of obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required. This fee will need to be paid by you in advance of us issuing a memorandum of sale, directly to Lifetime Legal, and is non-refundable. ## Property Photos - ![Photo 1](/listings/photos/89733975/677517) - Photo 1 - ![Photo 2](/listings/photos/89733975/677521) - Photo 2 - ![Photo 3](/listings/photos/89733975/677522) - Photo 3 - ![Photo 4](/listings/photos/89733975/677524) - Photo 4 - ![Photo 5](/listings/photos/89733975/677527) - Photo 5 - ![Photo 6](/listings/photos/89733975/677529) - Photo 6 - ![Photo 7](/listings/photos/89733975/677531) - Photo 7 - ![Photo 8](/listings/photos/89733975/677533) - Photo 8 - ![Photo 9](/listings/photos/89733975/677535) - Photo 9 - ![Photo 10](/listings/photos/89733975/677537) - Photo 10 - ![Photo 11](/listings/photos/89733975/677539) - Photo 11 - ![Photo 12](/listings/photos/89733975/677541) - Photo 12 - ![Photo 13](/listings/photos/89733975/677542) - Photo 13 ## Floorplans - ![Railway View](/listings/photos/89733975/677544) - Railway View ## EPC Graphs - ![Energy Performance Certificate](/listings/photos/89733975/677547) - Energy Performance Certificate ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 33 RAILWAY VIEW, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4FA | £100,000 | 14/06/2022 | Flat | | 33 RAILWAY VIEW, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4FA | £117,000 | 09/06/2006 | Flat | | 33 RAILWAY VIEW, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4FA | £120,000 | 21/09/2001 | Flat | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | BRIDFORD COURT, 24 FLAT 6 STATION ROAD, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4DL | £89,000 | 08/12/2023 | Flat | | [Same street] 11 RAILWAY VIEW, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4FA | £210,000 | 13/06/2023 | Terraced | | 10 WATERLOO MEWS, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 1DN | £92,500 | 01/06/2023 | Flat | | [Same street] 25 RAILWAY VIEW, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4FA | £120,000 | 24/02/2023 | Flat | | 57 STEPHENSON WAY, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4AD | £132,000 | 21/12/2022 | Flat | | 9 WATERLOO MEWS, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 1DN | £95,000 | 16/12/2022 | Flat | | 89 STEPHENSON WAY, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4AD | £100,000 | 17/11/2022 | Flat | | [Same street] 9 RAILWAY VIEW, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4FA | £220,000 | 30/09/2022 | Terraced | | WILLOW BROOK COURT APARTMENT 6 ESKRETT STREET, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4FF | £147,000 | 05/08/2022 | Flat | | 22 PAGET MEWS, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 1DN | £149,950 | 15/07/2022 | Flat | | [Same street] 45 RAILWAY VIEW, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4FA | £94,000 | 07/07/2022 | Flat | | [Same street] 17 RAILWAY VIEW, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4FA | £200,000 | 05/07/2022 | Terraced | | [Same street] 35 RAILWAY VIEW, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4FA | £97,000 | 24/06/2022 | Flat | | [Same street] 13 RAILWAY VIEW, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4FA | £208,000 | 04/02/2022 | Terraced | | 73 STEPHENSON WAY, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4AD | £120,000 | 14/01/2022 | Flat | | [Same street] 27 RAILWAY VIEW, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4FA | £112,500 | 30/09/2021 | Flat | | 7 BLUEBELL CLOSE, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4AG | £97,000 | 30/09/2021 | Flat | | [Same street] 25 RAILWAY VIEW, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4FA | £102,000 | 24/09/2021 | Flat | | [Same street] 31 RAILWAY VIEW, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4FA | £126,000 | 03/09/2021 | Flat | | 437 FLAT 1 CANNOCK ROAD, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4AE | £67,500 | 12/07/2021 | Flat | **Street average:** £148,950 (10 sales) **Area average:** £108,995 (10 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £120,083 (6 Flat, WS12, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +8.3% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cannock Chase). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £761/mo - **Realistic:** £845/mo - **Optimistic:** £930/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Mid Staffs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £623/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 2 Bed Flat, Hednesford, WS12 | £825/mo | 2 | 0.27 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Flat, Hednesford, WS12 | £825/mo | 2 | 0.27 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Flat, Hednesford, WS12 | £825/mo | 2 | 0.27 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Semi-Detached House, High Mount Street, WS12 | £1,000/mo | 2 | 0.35 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Terraced House, Brindley Crescent, WS12 | £900/mo | 2 | 0.81 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Semi-Detached House, Woodford End, WS11 | £925/mo | 2 | 0.94 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £883/mo (6 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.66% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £107,875 - **Target investor price (1%):** £86,300 *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 £863/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 8% - **Cost-to-rent:** 12.6× - **Monthly cashflow:** £240/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 7.6% *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:** £2,281/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 30.2% - **10y growth:** 35.7% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cannock Chase; Flats and maisonettes series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -5.6% - **5y growth (index):** 9.8% - **10y growth (index):** 39.5% ## 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)