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14 BALFOUR CRESCENT

WOLVERHAMPTON, WEST MIDLANDS WV6 0BJ

5 beds 2 baths 2,260 sq ft Listed 12 Mar 2025 (-458d)

£595,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

210 m²

EPC rating

E

Year built

England and Wales: before 1900

Last sold

£590,000 Aug 2025

Price per m²

£2,833/m²

Local average

£451,444 (+31.8%)

Deprivation

Decile 3 (8,962 of 33,755)

Street crime

292 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • A Most Beautifully Presented & Characteristic Three Storey Five Bedroom Two Bathroom Detached Period Property In A Conservation Area Just Off The A41,Tettenhall Road!
  • Occupying a prominent position in a conservation area just off the A41 (Tettenhall Road), set well back from the road and screened via brick walls, iron railings & matching double gates
  • Viewing will also reveal a number of the rare & charming traits including period flooring, original stained glass windows, feature fireplaces, tall ceilings and a number of original doors.
  • Although offering the charm of a period property, the current owners have restyled to add the appeal of the modern interior with a recently constructed orangery, quality bathroom suites and smart fres
  • Reception Hall with C-Shaped staircase to the first floor, sitting room/ study leading to the lounge & charming living/ dining room that leads to the 18ft orangery
  • The ground floor also has a spacious open plan dining kitchen with an extensive suite of matching cream units and leads to the useful utility/ guest cloakroom
  • On the first floor, the landing leads to four bedrooms, all being double rooms, a master ensuite shower room and a well-appointed family bathroom
  • A second staircase leads to the second floor landing with built in wardrobes/ stores, a further bedroom and a most beneficial storage room
  • The approx. 100ft long mature rear garden is fully stocked and has been extensively landscaped to create a most picturesque setting with neatly shaped lawns, large full width patio and a central water
  • In the Tandem garage is the use of a staircase leading to the floor space above which could of course be converted into a multitude of purposes i.e. guest bedroom, home office etc (STPP)

Additional details

Heating
Double glazing, Gas central
Parking
Garage, Driveway, Off street, Gated
Garden
Patio, Private garden, Enclosed garden, Rear garden, Terrace

Description

Occupying a prominent position in a conservation area just off the A41 (Tettenhall Road), set well back from the road and screened via brick walls, iron railings & matching double gates, 14 Balfour Crescent is an exquisitely presented period detached house, having been thoughtfully well maintained and restyled in recent years to create a most charming family home. Internal inspection is highly recommended to appreciate the huge living accommodation at approx. 3,319.59sq feet and is set over three floors. Viewing will also reveal a number of the rare & charming traits including period flooring, original stained glass windows, feature fireplaces, tall ceilings and a number of original doors. Although offering the charm of a period property, the current owners have restyled to add the appeal of the modern interior with a recently constructed orangery, quality bathroom suites and smart fresh décor throughout. Constructed to an individual design, being a superb example of a family home, the extremely spacious and versatile accommodation includes porch to welcoming reception hall with Minton style tiled flooring and C-Shaped staircase to the first floor, a front sitting room with double doors leading to the lounge and a charming living/ dining room that leads to the 18ft orangery with views over the stunning rear garden. The ground floor also has a spacious open plan dining kitchen with an extensive suite of matching cream units and leads to the useful utility/ guest cloakroom. On the first floor, the landing leads to four bedrooms, all being double rooms, a master ensuite shower room and a well-appointed family bathroom. A second staircase leads to the second floor landing with built in wardrobes/ stores, a further bedroom and a most beneficial storage room. At the front of the house, the enclosed & gated driveway provides ample off road parking and leads to the tandem garage. In the garage is the further use of a staircase leading to the floor space above which could of course be converted into a multitude of purposes i.e. guest bedroom, home office & hobbies room etc (Subject to Planning Permission). The approx. 100ft long mature rear garden is fully stocked and has been extensively landscaped to create a most picturesque setting with neatly shaped lawns, large full width patio and a central water feature with iron railings & decking. The garden further offers excellent usable outdoor space, whilst maintaining the maximum privacy. Convenient for easy access to the City Centre, West Park & Tettenhall Village with the amenities therein, the property also has the benefit of a number of favoured schools within walking distance including Wolverhampton Girls High, Wolverhampton Grammar School, St Peters Academy & Wolverhampton College. Wolverhampton Tennis & Squash Club is also a short distance away located just off Newbridge Crescent. An excellent chance to purchase a special & unique family home, the accommodation further comprises:

Porch: Minton style tiled flooring, wall light point, wood panelled ceiling and hardwood glazed front door with side window.

Reception Hall: Internal hardwood stained glass leaded door with matching surrounding windows, covered radiator, period style coved ceiling, parquet style wood flooring, rear hardwood door with stained glass leaded windows and L-Shaped staircase to first floor with built in storage cupboard below.

Sitting Room: 12'3'' (3.74m) x 8'11'' (2.72m)
Radiator, laminate flooring, coved ceiling and double glazed windows to front with stained glass leaded opaque toplights. Internal glazed hardwood double doors lead to:

Lounge: 12'11'' (3.94m) x 12'3'' (3.73m)
Period style cast iron fireplace with wood surround & tiled hearth, radiator, coved ceiling, laminate flooring and double glazed bay window to front with stained glass leaded opaque toplights.

Living Room/ Dining Room: 14'11'' (4.29m) x 13'3'' (4.04m)
Feature period style oak fireplace with wood burner stove & terracotta tiled hearth, covered radiator, period style coved ceiling, wood stripped flooring and internal glazed hardwood double doors lead to:

Orangery: 17'3'' (5.26m) x 13'5'' (4.11m)
Electric wall heater, recessed ceiling spotlights, bespoke pyramid roof light, wood stripped flooring, double glazed surrounding windows with matching double doors to rear garden.

L-Shaped Breakfast Kitchen: 21'8'' (6.60m) x 9'2'' (2.79m) x 11'4'' (3.45m) x 6'5'' (1.96m)
Fitted with an extensive suite of matching cream units comprising white ceramic 1½ drainer sink unit with chrome mixer tap, a range of base cupboards & drawers with matching laminate worktops, suspended wall cupboards, recess and gas point for cooker with stainless steel extractor hood over, plumbing for dishwasher, covered radiator, laminate flooring, coved ceiling and double glazed windows to rear, side & matching French doors to rear garden.

Utility / Fitted Cloakroom: Fitted with matching base cupboards & suspended wall cupboards, laminate worktop with stainless steel circular sink unit, plumbing for washing machine, radiator, pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC and double glazed opaque window to side.

First Floor Galleried Landing: Covered radiator, period style coved ceiling, further staircase to second floor and double glazed window to rear with stained glass leaded opaque toplights.

Bedroom One: 14'11'' (4.55m) x 13'4'' (4.06m)
Two radiators, period style coved ceiling and double glazed windows to front & rear.

Ensuite Shower Room: Fitted with a white suite comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, corner shower with overhead showerhead & handheld spray, chrome heated towel rail, part tiled walls, coved ceiling, extractor fan, ceramic tiled flooring and double glazed opaque window to front.

Bedroom Two: 12'11'' (3.94m) x 12'9'' (3.69m)
Radiator, period style coved ceiling and double glazed bay window to front.

Bedroom Three: 12'3'' (3.73m) x 9'0'' (2.74m)
Radiator, coved ceiling and double glazed window to rear.

Bedroom Four: 10'10'' (3.30m) x 9'3'' (2.82m)
Radiator, coved ceiling and double glazed window to front.

Family Bathroom: Fitted with a luxury white suite comprising free standing double ended roll top bath with shower spray, corner double shower with overhead showerhead & handheld spray, wall mounted worktop with wash hand basin, storage & wall mounted & lighting over, low level WC, period style white radiator, recessed ceiling spotlights, coved ceiling, extractor fan, part tiled walls, ceramic tiled flooring and double glazed opaque windows to side.

Second Floor Landing: Built in full width wardrobes and double glazed window to rear.
Internal double doors lead to:

Bedroom Five: 18'11'' (5.77m) x 12'4'' (3.76m)
Two radiators, large storage into attic space, separate storage into eaves and double glazed dormer window to front.

Tandem Garage: 34'4'' (10.46m) x 11'6'' (3.51m)
Side opening garage doors, power, lighting, hardwood door to rear garden and staircase to first floor storage space which could be utilised for a multitude of purposes (STPP)

Rear Garden: At over approx. 100ft long, the beautifully landscaped rear garden has been extensively landscaped to provide a most pleasant outlook. Having a Large paved patio with sand stone style slabs and raised further shaped terrace overlooking centre lawn with flowering borders with a variety of shrubs and trees, central water feature having pond, waterfall, rockery with iron railings and bridge, decking area, timber garden shed at rear, greenhouse, vegetable plot & summerhouse, surrounding fencing and rear walling.

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax: Band E - Wolverhampton
EPC Rating: E (48) No: 8323-7324-5010-6144-8922
Total Floor Area: 3,319.59sq feet (308.4sq metres) Approx.
Services: We are informed by the Vendors that all main services are installed

Listed by

Tettenhall

Thomas Harvey

Reference: 159321128

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: E

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 24/04/2017

Expiry date: 23/04/2027

Current heating cost: £2,335/year

Potential heating cost: £1,273/year

Recommendations

  • Room-in-roof insulation (2,700)
  • 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (14,000)
  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (6,000)
  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (80)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (8,000)

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

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Price history

57% since 2005

Event Date Price % change
Sold 22/08/2025 (9 months ago) £590,000 +57.3%
Sold 24/03/2005 (21 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
Same street 4 BALFOUR CRESCENT, WOLVERHAMPTON, WEST MIDLANDS, WV6 0BJ £305,000 29/09/2023 Detached
30 NEWBRIDGE STREET, WOLVERHAMPTON, WEST MIDLANDS, WV6 0EG £160,000 16/05/2023 Detached
Same street 1 H BALFOUR CRESCENT, WOLVERHAMPTON, WEST MIDLANDS, WV6 0BJ £163,000 22/02/2023 Flat
Same street 21 BALFOUR CRESCENT, WOLVERHAMPTON, WEST MIDLANDS, WV6 0BJ £263,000 21/12/2022 Terraced
Same street 5 MIDDLE FLAT BALFOUR CRESCENT, WOLVERHAMPTON, WEST MIDLANDS, WV6 0BJ £329,950 14/04/2022 Flat
273 TETTENHALL ROAD, WOLVERHAMPTON, WEST MIDLANDS, WV6 0DE £510,000 05/08/2021 Detached
277 TETTENHALL ROAD, WOLVERHAMPTON, WEST MIDLANDS, WV6 0DE £416,200 30/06/2021 Detached
2 NEWBRIDGE CRESCENT, WOLVERHAMPTON, WEST MIDLANDS, WV6 0LP £355,000 29/06/2021 Detached

Street average: £265,238 (4 sales)

Area average: £360,300 (4 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -11.2%
10y growth 54.7%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Wolverhampton. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 2%
5y (index) 29.3%
10y (index) 70.1%

Rental Range

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

Low £838/mo
Realistic £931/mo
Optimistic £1,024/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Wolverhampton.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Black Country: £922/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop Neils Autos 0.1 miles
Bus stop Tettenhall Rd / Balfour Crescent 0.1 miles
Shop Rowden Antique Restorations 0.1 miles
Hospital West Park Hospital 0.6 miles
Hospital krishna pemmaraju 0.8 miles
University University of Wolverhampton 1.1 miles
University University of Wolverhampton Wulfruna Campus 1.1 miles
Train station Wolverhampton 1.4 miles
Train station Bilbrook 2.6 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 123
Shoplifting 44
Criminal damage and arson 32
Vehicle crime 17
Other theft 15
Public order 12
Drugs 11
Anti-social behaviour 9
Burglary 8
Robbery 8
Possession of weapons 4
Theft from the person 4
Other crime 3
Bicycle theft 2
Total incidents 292

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 Andrew's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Good — 21 Sep 2022
Wolverhampton Girls' High School Secondary 0.2 miles Outstanding — 21 Jan 2024
St Jude's Church of England Primary Academy Primary 0.3 miles Good — 15 Feb 2017
Newbridge Preparatory School Other 0.3 miles (No rating)
City of Wolverhampton College Other 0.3 miles (No rating)

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 5-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.16%
Max investor price (0.8%) £116,375
Target investor price (1%) £93,100
  • 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).