25 WEM GROVE
NEWCASTLE, STAFFORDSHIRE ST5 7RA
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
54 m²
Council tax band
B
EPC rating
C
Year built
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Last sold
£150,000 Mar 2026
Price per m²
£2,963/m²
Local average
£199,459 (-19.8%)
Deprivation
Decile 6 (19,593 of 33,755)
Street crime
67 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Two bedroom semi-detached home in quiet cul-de-sac
- Ideal first time purchase in popular Mitchells Wood area
- Driveway parking and neat front garden
- Bright lounge with stairs to first floor
- Newly fitted modern kitchen with garden access
- Low maintenance rear garden with shrubs and plants
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Front 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
On approach, the home enjoys driveway parking and a neat front garden, setting a welcoming first impression. Stepping inside, an entrance porch provides space for coats and shoes before leading into a bright and comfortable lounge. The lounge is well proportioned, featuring a window to the front aspect that fills the room with natural light and stairs leading to the first floor landing. This inviting space is ideal for relaxing or entertaining.
A door leads through to the newly fitted kitchen, which has been stylishly updated to create a modern and functional space. The kitchen features a range of sleek units with complementary work surfaces, an inset sink and drainer, built-in oven, hob and integrated slimline dishwasher. A window to the rear aspect provides a pleasant outlook over the garden, while a door offers direct access outside, making it easy to enjoy the garden during warmer months.
To the first floor, the landing leads to two bedrooms and the family bathroom. The main bedroom, positioned to the front of the property, is a generous double offering ample space for wardrobes and bedroom furniture. The second bedroom, overlooking the rear garden, is a comfortable single that would also make an ideal nursery, study, or guest room. The family bathroom is also situated to the rear and comprises a bath with shower over, WC, and a wash hand basin set within a vanity unit providing useful storage below. The space is tastefully finished and designed for modern living.
Externally, the rear garden is private and easy to maintain, being mainly paved and complemented by a selection of shrubs, bushes, and plants that add colour and interest throughout the year. It’s an ideal space for outdoor seating, relaxing, or entertaining in a low-maintenance setting.
This lovely property offers a comfortable and practical home in a desirable location, making it a fantastic choice for first-time buyers or those looking to downsize. With its cul-de-sac position, driveway parking, and newly fitted kitchen, it’s a home ready to move straight into and enjoy.
EPC Rating: C
Listed by
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Heywoods
Reference: 173092229
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 07/11/2025
Expiry date: 06/11/2035
Current heating cost: £571/year
Potential heating cost: £523/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £16,500
Recommendations
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)
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 #991537
Property Details
Street: 25 Wem Grove
Town: Newcastle
Postcode: ST5 7RA
Installation Details
Items: 1 window and 1 door
Certificate Issued: 19/09/2003
Work Completed: 20/08/2003
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #1051905
Property Details
Street: 25 Wem Grove
Town: Newcastle
Postcode: ST5 7RA
Installation Details
Items: 2 windows
Certificate Issued: 17/10/2003
Work Completed: 12/09/2003
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #1243505
Property Details
Street: 25 Wem Grove
Town: Newcastle
Postcode: ST5 7RA
Installation Details
Items: 1 window and 1 door
Certificate Issued: 17/11/2003
Work Completed: 03/11/2003
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #8804498
Property Details
Street: 25 Wem Grove
Town: Newcastle
Postcode: ST5 7RA
Installation Details
Items: 3 windows
Certificate Issued: 16/04/2012
Work Completed: 16/03/2012
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
150% since 2019
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 20/03/2026 (3 months ago) | £150,000 | +150% |
| Sold | 05/04/2019 (7 years ago) | £60,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same street 21 WEM GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7RA | £220,000 | 20/03/2026 | Detached |
| 46 NEWPORT GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7QL | £190,000 | 16/01/2026 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 31 WEM GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7RA | £187,000 | 07/01/2026 | Semi-detached |
| 3 BELLS HOLLOW, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7AJ | £280,000 | 06/01/2026 | Semi-detached |
| 250 CRACKLEY BANK, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7AB | £180,000 | 22/01/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 17 NEWPORT GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7QL | £172,000 | 26/04/2024 | Semi-detached |
| 215 CRACKLEY BANK, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7AB | £132,500 | 29/11/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 12 NEWPORT GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7QL | £145,000 | 11/09/2023 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 30 WEM GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7RA | £128,000 | 14/07/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 25B NEWPORT GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7QL | £118,000 | 31/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 239 CRACKLEY BANK, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7AB | £143,000 | 24/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 1 WHITCHURCH GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7QU | £150,000 | 21/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 172 CRACKLEY BANK, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7AA | £175,000 | 28/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 40 CHESTNUT GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7DD | £50,000 | 22/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 9 WENLOCK CLOSE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7QF | £190,000 | 14/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 84A LIVERPOOL ROAD, RED STREET, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7AF | £167,000 | 01/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 36 WHITCHURCH GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7QU | £243,000 | 25/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 170 CRACKLEY BANK, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7AA | £184,000 | 10/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 11 WENLOCK CLOSE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7QF | £145,000 | 06/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 168 CRACKLEY BANK, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7AA | £200,000 | 04/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 25A NEWPORT GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7QL | £118,500 | 31/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 36 NEWPORT GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7QL | £170,000 | 26/10/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 46 NEWPORT GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7QL | £175,000 | 30/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 7 WEM GROVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 7RA | £171,000 | 23/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £176,500 (4 sales)
Area average: £166,400 (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: Semi-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: £479/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Crackley Bank | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Toolstation | 0.6 miles |
| Shop | Screwfix | 0.6 miles |
| Train station | Apedale Road | 1.3 miles |
| Train station | Silverdale | 1.6 miles |
| Hospital | Haywood Hospital Walk-in Centre | 2.6 miles |
| University | Keele University | 3.7 miles |
| Hospital | Royal Stoke University Hospital | 3.8 miles |
| University | University of Buckingham Crewe Campus | 7.5 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 27 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 13 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 8 |
| Public order | 7 |
| Burglary | 3 |
| Other crime | 3 |
| Other theft | 3 |
| Shoplifting | 2 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 67 |
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 Chad's CofE (C) Primary School | Primary | 0.2 miles | Good — 10 Apr 2014 |
| Crackley Bank Primary School | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 21 May 2023 |
| Chesterton Primary School | Primary | 0.9 miles | Good — 8 Jul 2021 |
| Chesterton Community Sports College | Secondary | 1.1 miles | Good — 13 Nov 2022 |
| Bursley Academy | Primary | 1.1 miles | Requires improvement — 18 Mar 2024 |
Rental Comparables
Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.
Average rent: £846/mo (52 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).