For sale Semi-detached

Wolverhampton Road

Acton Gate, ST18, ST18 9AA

2 beds 1 baths Listed 23 Jun 2026 (-63d)

£400,000

Reduced on 19 Aug 2026

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Council tax band

G

Local average

£273,346 (+46.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (26,735 of 33,755)

Street crime

38 incidents within 1 mile (Jun 2026)

Key features

  • Beautifully Renovated Victorian Home blending period character with stylish modern finishes throughout.
  • Two Generous Double Bedrooms plus a versatile landing area ideal for a study or reading nook.
  • Stunning Contemporary Kitchen with integrated appliances, Bosch wall oven and French doors to the garden.
  • Versatile Cellar Space offering excellent potential as a gym, home office, cinema room or additional storage.
  • Convenient Location with easy access to Stafford, excellent schools, mainline rail links and the M6 motorway.

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Private supply
Heating
Gas central
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes
Listed property
No
Restrictions
No
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

A Victorian gem that’s had its Cinderella moment! Every so often, a property comes along that feels like it's stepped straight out of a fairy tale. Once an ageing Victorian residence, Mount Pleasant has undergone a remarkable transformation, emerging from its renovation like a butterfly from its chrysalis or perhaps more fittingly, like a hidden treasure finally polished to perfection. Beautifully blending period character with contemporary comforts, this charming two-bedroom home is packed with personality, practical spaces and a few surprises along the way, offered with No Upward Chain!
Step through the front door and into a welcoming entrance hall where striking Minton-style flooring immediately sets the scene. Rich in character and Victorian charm, it's the perfect introduction to a home that celebrates its heritage while embracing modern living. From here, stairs rise to the first floor, while doors lead to the reception rooms and a staircase descends to a hidden bonus level below. The living room is a wonderfully cosy retreat, offering a large front-facing window that allows natural light to spill throughout the space. Soft grey carpeting underfoot creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, while a feature fireplace forms the room's natural focal point, ideal for curling up with a good book or settling in for a relaxing evening. The dining room continues the home's storybook charm. With wood-effect flooring underfoot, another attractive feature fireplace and a front-facing window, it's a versatile space ready to host everything from candlelit dinners to lively family celebrations. Flowing directly through to the kitchen, this room forms part of a layout designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The kitchen is nothing short of a culinary wonderland. Thoughtfully designed to maximise both style and practicality, it offers an abundance of cream cabinetry, complementary work surfaces and a range of integrated appliances, including a Bosch wall oven ready to help bring your favourite recipes to life. Whether you're whipping up a quick weekday supper or attempting your own Great British Bake Off masterpiece, you'll find plenty of space to spread your wings. French doors open directly to the patio, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow and making summer dining, morning coffees and evening drinks wonderfully convenient. Every great fairy tale has a hidden room, and Mount Pleasant is no exception. Descending from the hallway, you'll discover a fantastic cellar space that's brimming with potential. Currently a blank canvas, this versatile area could become a home gym, office, cinema room, hobby studio or simply excellent additional storage. With the added benefit of a window providing natural ventilation and an emergency escape route, this is far more than your average cellar, it's a space limited only by your imagination.
The first floor continues the home's generous proportions. Both bedrooms are comfortable doubles, each featuring front-facing windows and plush grey carpeting underfoot. Bright, welcoming and well-sized, they offer peaceful retreats at the end of a busy day. Between the bedrooms sits an unexpectedly versatile landing area, a little bonus chapter in the story. Large enough to accommodate a study desk, reading corner or home-working setup, it's the perfect spot to create your own cosy nook. The family bathroom serves as a luxurious finishing touch. Flooded with natural light from two overhead skylights, this beautifully appointed space feels bright, airy and indulgent. A freestanding bathtub invites long soaks after busy days, while the walk-in shower, vanity unit and WC provide all the practicalities of modern living wrapped up in elegant style.
The magic continues outdoors, where the garden offers a wonderful balance of practicality and enjoyment. A lawn provides space for children, pets or summer games, while the patio area creates the perfect setting for alfresco dining, barbecues and entertaining friends. With direct access from the kitchen's French doors, hosting gatherings becomes delightfully effortless. A gravel driveway adds practical off-road parking and completes the exterior.
Mount Pleasant enjoys a highly convenient location, offering the best of both worlds. Close to Stafford's excellent schools, thriving communities, shops and amenities, it also benefits from superb commuter connections. With the M6 just a short drive away and Stafford's mainline rail services providing excellent national links, travelling for work or leisure couldn't be easier.
Like any great fairy tale, this home combines character, charm and a touch of magic, only this time, the happy ending could be yours. Give us a call today to book your viewing - .
EPC Rating: C

Listed by

Eccleshall

James Du Pavey Ltd

Reference: 90053040

EPC ratings on this postcode

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Address Current Potential Floor area Age band Type
Longnor, Acton Gate, STAFFORD 57 83 130 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached
Mount Pleasant Farm, Acton Gate, STAFFORD 14 40 148 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Terraced
Mount Pleasant Farmhouse, Wolverhampton Road, ACTON GATE 53 81 101 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Terraced
Mount Pleasant, Acton Gate, STAFFORD 49 51 117 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Terraced
Mount Pleasant, Wolverhampton Road, ACTON GATE 72 79 99 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Detached
Mount Pleasant, Wolverhampton Road, ACTON GATE 47 77 153 m² England and Wales: before 1900 Terraced
Oakcrest, Acton Gate, STAFFORD 41 52 129 m² England and Wales: 1930-1949 Detached

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Registered land (INSPIRE)

This location falls inside an HM Land Registry INSPIRE registered freehold polygon.

Plot: ~586 m² (0.14 acres)

Source: HM Land Registry INSPIRE Index Polygons.

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £400,000

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

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Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 30%
10y growth 27%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): South Staffordshire. Series: Semi-detached. As of May 2026.

1y (index) 5.2%
5y (index) 27.2%
10y (index) 65.8%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for South Staffordshire. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £852/mo
Realistic £947/mo
Optimistic £1,042/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → South Staffordshire.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Mid Staffs: £623/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

Wolverhampton Road

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Argos 0.0 miles
Bus stop Garage 0.1 miles
Shop Costcutter 1.1 miles
Shop The Co-operative Food 1.3 miles
Train station Stafford 2.4 miles
Hospital St George's Hospital 2.8 miles
Hospital County Hospital 2.9 miles
Train station Penkridge 3.2 miles
University Staffordshire University Blackheath Lane Site 3.4 miles
University University of Wolverhampton Science Park 11.5 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 19
Other theft 5
Anti-social behaviour 4
Criminal damage and arson 2
Other crime 2
Public order 2
Burglary 1
Drugs 1
Possession of weapons 1
Vehicle crime 1
Total incidents 38

Within 1 mile during Jun 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 Leonard's CofE First School Primary 0.8 miles Good — 20 Mar 2014
Heather Field School Other 0.8 miles Outstanding — 1 May 2024
Stafford Manor High School Secondary 1.2 miles Requires improvement — 9 Jul 2023
Burton Manor Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Good — 9 Dec 2014
Stafford Grammar School Other 1.3 miles (No rating)

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.24%
Max investor price (0.8%) £118,375
Target investor price (1%) £94,700
  • 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).

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