# 1 bedroom bungalow for sale (ST13 8DJ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | Westwood Road, Leek, ST13 8DJ | | Price | £135,000 | | Bedrooms | 1 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | A | ## Description Selling with NO UPPER CHAIN, Whittaker & Biggs are pleased to offer to the market this charming bungalow, offering a delightful living experience for those aged over 55. The property is part of The Coppins, which benefits from shared access and parking conveniently located off the main road. This inviting home features a comfortable reception room, perfect for relaxation or entertaining guests. With a well-proportioned bedroom, there is ample space for both rest and relaxation. The bungalow also includes a newly fitted shower room and kitchen, designed for ease and comfort. One of the standout features of this property is its private location, providing a peaceful retreat while still being within walking distance of Leek town centre. Residents can enjoy the convenience of local shops, cafes, and amenities, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a balanced lifestyle. As a leasehold property, this bungalow presents an excellent opportunity for those looking to downsize or find a serene place to call home. With its appealing features and prime location, this bungalow is sure to attract interest from discerning buyers. Don't miss the chance to make this lovely property your own. Call Whittaker & Biggs on to book your viewing. Note: Lease: 99 years from 1990 Ground Rent: £25 per annum approximately Buildings Insurance: £95 per annum approximately **Hall** - 2.79 x 1.06 (9'1" x 3'5") - UPVC double glazed door to the frontage, radiator, storage cupboard, airing cupboard housing the gas fired wall mounted Gloworm combi boiler, loft hatch. **Sitting Room** - 3.84 x 3.55 (12'7" x 11'7") - UPVC double glazed window to the frontage, UPVC double glazed window to the side aspect, radiator, wooden mantel, marble effect hearth, ceiling beam. **Kitchen** - 2.03 x 1.73 (6'7" x 5'8") - UPVC double glazed window to the side aspect, units to the base and eye level, Beko ceramic hob, Beko electric fan assisted oven, stainless steel sink and drainer, chrome mixer tap, integral under counter fridge, inset ceiling spotlights. **Shower Room** - 2.00 x 1.67 (6'6" x 5'5") - UPVC double glazed window to the rear. walk in shower enclosure, chrome fitment, rainfall shower head, vanity wash hand basin, chrome mixer tap, concealed cistern low level WC, chrome ladder radiator, part tiled. **Bedroom** - 3.55 x 2.55 (11'7" x 8'4") - UPVC double glazed window to the frontage, two storage cupboards, radiator. **Externally** - To the frontage, paved forecourt, wall boundary. **Aml Regulations** - We are required by law to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all those buying a property. Whilst we retain responsibility for ensuring checks and any ongoing monitoring are carried out correctly, the initial checks are carried out on our behalf by Movebutler. You will receive a link via email from Movebutler once you have had an offer accepted on a property you wish to buy. The cost of these checks is £30 (incl. VAT) per buyer, 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, ahead of us issuing a memorandum of sale, directly to Movebutler, and is non-refundable. ## Property Photos - ![Frontage](/listings/photos/166906007/2076131) - Frontage - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/166906007/2076132) - Kitchen - ![Shower Room](/listings/photos/166906007/2076133) - Shower Room - ![Shower Room](/listings/photos/166906007/2076134) - Shower Room - ![Sitting Room](/listings/photos/166906007/2076135) - Sitting Room - ![Sitting Room](/listings/photos/166906007/2076136) - Sitting Room - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/166906007/2076137) - Bedroom - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/166906007/2076138) - Bedroom - ![Frontage](/listings/photos/166906007/2076139) - Frontage ## Floorplans - ![ST138DJ-High.jpg](/listings/photos/166906007/2076140) - ST138DJ-High.jpg ## EPC Graphs - ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/166906007/2076141) - EE Rating ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 15 SOUTHLANDS CLOSE, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8DF | £330,000 | 26/06/2025 | Detached | | 41 HILLSWOOD AVENUE, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8EQ | £355,000 | 23/05/2025 | Detached | | 25 NORTH STREET, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8DW | £180,000 | 28/03/2025 | Detached | | [Same street] THE COPPINS 3 WESTWOOD ROAD, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8DJ | £167,000 | 20/10/2023 | Terraced | | 84 NORTH STREET, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8DQ | £260,000 | 08/09/2023 | Detached | | 10 SOUTHLANDS CLOSE, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8DF | £215,000 | 04/04/2023 | Detached | | 18 SOUTHLANDS CLOSE, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8DF | £318,000 | 02/02/2023 | Detached | | 10 EDGE HILL ROAD, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8NF | £370,000 | 19/12/2022 | Detached | | 10 HAZEL GROVE, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8UU | £234,000 | 30/09/2022 | Detached | | 24 WESTVIEW CLOSE, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8ES | £282,500 | 26/09/2022 | Detached | | 4 HAZEL GROVE, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8UU | £200,000 | 26/09/2022 | Detached | | BLACK ACRES NAB HILL AVENUE, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8EF | £516,250 | 24/08/2022 | Detached | | 6 THE WILLOWS, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8XF | £380,500 | 27/06/2022 | Detached | | 2 HAZEL GROVE, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8UU | £245,000 | 08/04/2022 | Detached | | 5 SOUTHLANDS CLOSE, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8DF | £280,000 | 05/04/2022 | Detached | | NAB HILL HOUSE NAB HILL AVENUE, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8EF | £740,000 | 15/11/2021 | Detached | | 17 SOUTHLANDS CLOSE, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 8DF | £280,000 | 04/11/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £167,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £324,141 (16 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £388,134 (41 Detached, ST13, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -65.2% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Staffordshire Moorlands). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £659/mo - **Realistic:** £732/mo - **Optimistic:** £805/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Staffordshire North (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £424/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | Studio Flat, Westwood Court, ST13 | £744/mo | 1 | 0.13 miles | OpenRent | | Studio Flat, Westwood Court, ST13 | £744/mo | 1 | 0.13 miles | OpenRent | | 1 Bed Flat, Broad Street, ST13 | £700/mo | 1 | 0.55 miles | OpenRent | | 1 Bed Flat, Sheep Market, ST13 | £600/mo | 1 | 0.56 miles | OpenRent | | 1 Bed Semi-Detached House, Pickwood Road, ST13 | £630/mo | 1 | 0.61 miles | OpenRent | | 1 Bed Flat, Stockwell Street, ST13 | £590/mo | 1 | 0.73 miles | OpenRent | | 1 Bed Flat, Portland Grange, ST13 | £1,350/mo | 1 | 0.95 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £765/mo (7 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.52% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £87,500 - **Target investor price (1%):** £70,000 *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 £700/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 6.2% - **Cost-to-rent:** 16.1× - **Monthly cashflow:** £73/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 2.2% *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).* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 40.7% - **10y growth:** 59.5% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Staffordshire Moorlands; Detached series; as of July 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 6.8% - **5y growth (index):** 18.3% - **10y growth (index):** 47.5% ## 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)