For sale Detached

780 LIGHTWOOD ROAD

STOKE-ON-TRENT, STOKE-ON-TRENT ST3 7HB

5 beds 5 baths 3,800 sq ft Listed 23 Jun 2026 (-68d)

£825,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

353 m²

Council tax band

G

EPC rating

C

Year built

England and Wales: 1983-1990

Last sold

£755,000 May 2022

Price per m²

£2,337/m²

Local average

£256,804 (+221.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (27,032 of 33,755)

Street crime

148 incidents within 1 mile (Jun 2026)

Key features

  • Expansive five-bedroom detached family home sitting on 0.63-acres of land with versatile gardens, sprawling views, uninterrupted countryside views and tranquil gardens, including a private orchard.
  • Generous living areas including two spacious reception rooms, a bright dining room, fully integrated kitchen/breakfast room, plus a boot room, pantry and W/C.
  • Master bedroom with dressing room, en suite and balcony, further second bedroom with en suite, two additional double bedrooms, the fourth having access into a jack-and-jill bathroom.
  • Fully self-contained annex, ideal for multi-generational living with a bright lounge, fully integrated kitchen, double bedroom with lush views and an en suite bathroom.
  • Electric gated entrance, driveway with ample off-road parking, double garage, bar/studio/gym with en suite. Close amenities in Stone and Longton, plus ideal commuter links via road, bus, and rail.

Additional details

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

The light at the end of the tunnel awaits. Tucked away from the world, hidden behind electric gates and set proudly back from the sought-after Lightwood Road, this expansive and stunning five-bedroom detached home offers more than just a place to live; it offers sanctuary, tranquillity and soul. Sitting on a 0.63-acre plot, this one-of-a-kind residence combines luxurious interiors and breathtaking panoramic views – a true beacon of peace.
The spacious and welcoming entrance hall leads you directly into the first reception room, boasting a bright bay entrance with glazed French doors, with room for the whole family to gather, plus a dual fuel burner with a stone-built fire surround, perfect for cosy nights in. The dining room offers dual-aspect windows, a generous size and is perfect for entertaining. The kitchen/breakfast room is every chef’s dream. Equipped with integrated appliances, including a fridge, freezer, dishwasher, double oven, washing machine, and a dryer. The handy breakfast bar makes it easy to enjoy a morning coffee as the sun pours in. Adjacent is a practical boot room, with a second front entrance – ideal for busy households – with a pantry and W/C. The family sitting room is another generous space, perfect for games, movie nights or simply unwinding. Upstairs, you’ll discover a master bedroom with a private dressing room, an en suite with a corner bath, shower, vanity sink, and W/C, and a balcony with views that stretch for miles. The second double bedroom also offers an ensuite with a bath, shower, sink, and W/C. Two further double bedrooms are perfect for a growing family, plus the fourth bedroom has access to a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, offering a bath, shower, sink, and W/C. The landing offers a peaceful sitting area, lovely for reading, thinking, or simply watching the light change as the hours go by.
Downstairs, the annex offers independence and luxury for multi-generational living, featuring a bright living room, fully integrated kitchen, double bedroom with fitted wardrobes, and an en suite bathroom. It’s perfectly suited for parents, older children, or live-in help. French doors in the bedroom open to the countryside, also doubling as a private entrance, separate from the main entrance hall.
Step outside and enter a world of your own. The South-facing island patio stretching across the front of the home is perfect for morning tea or evening wine. The wraparound gardens are simply enchanting, offering expansive lawns, woodlands, and a whimsical hidden garden. Follow the Indian sandstone path to discover peaceful pockets and separated garden areas, each with a different mood in mind. At the rear, a bountiful orchard invites you to stroll in tranquillity among the apple, cherry, and pear trees, fresh from your own land. The spacious double garage is perfect for secure storage and extensive parking for vehicles, while the next door offers a versatile room, perfect as a gym, home studio, games room or even a bar, and it features it’s own attached shower room with a large shower cubicle, W/C, sink and vanity unit.
Though you’re hidden from view, you’re far from isolated. Walk to nearby schools, shops, eateries, supermarkets, and healthcare services. The towns of Stone and Longton are just a short drive away. Commuters will love the easy access to the A34, A50, A500, and M6, with Stone train station within driving distance too! This is more than a house—it’s a journey from the everyday into something extraordinary. A place where every room, every garden path, and every morning view speaks of peace, possibility, and promise. Here, the light at the end of the tunnel isn’t just an idea—it’s home.

Listed by

Stone

James Du Pavey Ltd

Reference: 90048249

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 14/09/2020

Expiry date: 13/09/2030

Current heating cost: £2,167/year

Potential heating cost: £1,954/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £9,500

Recommendations

  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

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: ~2,567 m² (0.63 acres)

Source: HM Land Registry INSPIRE Index Polygons.

Floorplans

Ground Floor

Ground Floor

First Floor

First Floor

Site Plan

Site Plan

Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £825,000 +9.3%
Sold 25/05/2022 (4 years ago) £755,000

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
9 ROSEACRE GROVE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7HR £235,000 29/08/2025 Detached
693 LIGHTWOOD ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7HD £320,000 14/11/2023 Detached
889 LIGHTWOOD ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7HA £750,000 09/11/2023 Detached
823 LIGHTWOOD ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7HA £445,000 16/09/2022 Detached
Same street 868 LIGHTWOOD ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7HB £350,000 15/08/2022 Semi-detached
855 LIGHTWOOD ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7HA £462,000 29/07/2022 Detached
671 LIGHTWOOD ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7HD £380,000 18/02/2022 Detached
COPPER BEECH LIGHTWOOD ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7HA £490,000 20/01/2022 Detached
867 LIGHTWOOD ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7HA £490,000 19/01/2022 Detached

Street average: £350,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £446,500 (8 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 18.3%
10y growth 42.4%

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

1y (index) 4.2%
5y (index) 22.9%
10y (index) 52.7%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Stoke-on-Trent. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £640/mo
Realistic £711/mo
Optimistic £782/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Stoke-on-Trent.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Staffordshire North: £798/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop St Francis Church 0.3 miles
Bus stop Texaco Garage 0.4 miles
Shop Unknown 0.7 miles
Shop Westbridge Furniture 1.0 miles
Train station Blythe Bridge 1.9 miles
Train station Longton 2.1 miles
University University of Staffordshire Stoke Campus 4.0 miles
Hospital North Staffordshire Hospital 4.9 miles
Hospital Royal Stoke University Hospital 5.0 miles
University Keele University 7.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 63
Anti-social behaviour 40
Public order 13
Criminal damage and arson 12
Shoplifting 8
Other theft 7
Vehicle crime 2
Bicycle theft 1
Burglary 1
Robbery 1
Total incidents 148

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 Matthews Church of England Academy Primary 0.5 miles Good — 13 Sep 2011
Ormiston Meridian Academy Secondary 0.6 miles Good — 3 Feb 2022
St Augustine's Catholic Academy Primary 0.6 miles Good — 5 Jun 2019
Sandon Primary Academy Primary 0.7 miles Outstanding — 18 Sep 2017
Meir Heath Academy Primary 0.7 miles Good — 10 Feb 2012

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
Woodcote Close, ST3 £1,300/mo 5 2.09 miles Rightmove

Average rent: £1,300/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.16%
Max investor price (0.8%) £162,500
Target investor price (1%) £130,000
Gross yield 1.9%
Cost-to-rent ratio 52.9×
Monthly cashflow £-2,104/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -10.6%
  • 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).