Sold Semi-detached

26 CHESHAM ROAD

STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE ST16 3JP

3 beds 1 baths 883 sq ft Listed 17 Mar 2026 (-88d)

£245,000

Reduced on 9 Apr 2026

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Front (Exterior) Living Room Kitchen Kitchen Living Room Dining Room Hallway Bedroom Bathroom Bedroom Rear Garden Rear Garden Rear Garden Front (Exterior)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

82 m²

Council tax band

B

EPC rating

C

Year built

England and Wales: 1950-1966

Last sold

£180,000 Apr 2021

Price per m²

£2,988/m²

Local average

£215,497 (+13.7%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (27,828 of 33,755)

Street crime

221 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • 3 spacious bedrooms
  • 1 modern bathroom
  • 2 cosy reception rooms
  • Charming 1940s house
  • Over 1,000 sq ft
  • Located on Chesham Road
  • Close to Stafford amenities
  • Ideal for families
  • Easy access to transport
  • Viewing highly recommended

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Broadband
Cable
Heating
Electric, Gas central
Parking
Driveway
Garden
Yes
Listed property
No
Restrictions
Yes
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

Three-Bedroom Family Home | Spacious Living | Large Rear Garden | Driveway

Positioned on the ever-popular Chesham Road in Stafford, this extended three-bedroom semi-detached home offers generous living space, a fantastic rear garden, and excellent practicality for modern family life.

The Property

Step inside and you’re welcomed by a bright entrance hallway leading through to a substantial lounge/diner, a standout space ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. A large bay window floods the room with natural light, while the feature fireplace creates a real focal point.

To the rear, the property has been extended to provide a modern kitchen/diner, fitted with a range of units, ample worktop space and room for seating. French doors open directly onto the garden, making it perfect for family living and summer gatherings. A separate utility area and ground floor WC add further practicality.

Upstairs, the property offers three well-proportioned bedrooms, including two generous doubles and a comfortable single, ideal as a nursery, office or dressing room. The accommodation is completed by a modern family bathroom.

Outside

To the front, there is a large gravel driveway providing ample off-road parking, alongside access to a lean too

To the rear, the property boasts a generous, private garden, mainly laid to lawn with a patio seating area – perfect for entertaining, children, or simply enjoying outdoor space.

Location & Lifestyle

Chesham Road is positioned within a well-established and popular residential area of Stafford, appealing to both families and professionals thanks to its excellent convenience, strong schooling and access to green space.

The property is ideally located for commuters, with Stafford Railway Station approximately 1.3 miles away, offering direct links to London, Birmingham and Manchester. There is also easy access to the M6, A34 and A51, making travel across the Midlands straightforward. Regular bus routes operate nearby, providing convenient access into Stafford town centre and surrounding areas.

For families, the area benefits from a selection of well-regarded schools, including John Wheeldon Primary Academy, St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School and Sir Graham Balfour High School, all within easy reach.

Everyday amenities are close by, with local shops, supermarkets and services within walking distance, while Stafford town centre offers a wider range of high street retailers, restaurants, cafés and leisure facilities.

The area is also well served by green space, with nearby parks, canal-side walks and the popular Doxey Marshes Nature Reserve, offering excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and outdoor leisure.

Overall, this is a highly convenient and well-connected location, offering a strong balance of lifestyle, schooling and accessibility, making it a popular choice for a wide range of buyers.

Anti-Money Laundering & ID Verification

Once an offer is accepted on a property marketed by Open House Estate Agents Staffordshire, we are legally required to carry out identity verification and anti-money laundering checks on all purchasers. Ongoing monitoring is also conducted throughout the transaction until completion.

To complete these checks, we use Landmark’s secure verification platform. This process confirms your identity and source of funds in line with current regulations. It is important to note that this is not a credit check and will have no impact on your credit rating.

The cost of the verification is £30.00 including VAT per buyer. This fee is payable in advance once an offer has been agreed and before a Memorandum of Sale is issued. The charge is non-refundable.

By proceeding with your purchase, you agree to these checks being carried out as required by law.

Lounge Diner - 25' x 9'11" - The lounge diner is a generously proportioned room stretching the full depth of the house. It features a bay window to the front, flooding the space with natural light. The room offers ample space for both seating and dining areas, with a traditional fireplace as a focal point. Neutral walls and carpeting create a cosy and inviting atmosphere.

Kitchen - 8'8" x 16'9" - This kitchen is a bright and well-equipped space, fitted with white cabinetry and wooden worktops. It has a light and fresh feel, enhanced by pale wall colours and tiled flooring. There is a breakfast bar with seating for two, and French doors at the rear open to the garden, allowing plenty of natural light to fill the room and providing easy access outside.

Hallway - 16'3" x 6' - The hallway is a welcoming entrance space, leading directly to the lounge diner and kitchen. It has a modern look with neutral walls and wood-effect flooring, and stairs rising to the first floor are positioned towards the rear. The hallway provides access to a small cloakroom and lean-to area.

Bedroom 1 - 11'10" x 9'11" - This first bedroom is a comfortable double room with a large bay window allowing plenty of daylight to stream in. It features built-in wardrobes and a textured feature wall that adds character to the space, all finished with carpet underfoot for warmth.

Bedroom 2 - 13'2" x 9'2" - The second bedroom is another double room, featuring a large window overlooking the rear of the property. It offers ample space for bedroom furniture and has a neutral decor with carpeting underfoot.

Bedroom 3 - 9' x 6'2" - The third bedroom is a smaller room, suitable as a single bedroom or study, with a window overlooking the front. It has neutral décor and carpeting, making it a versatile space.

Bathroom - 6'12" x 6'5" - This bathroom is a modern and practical space fitted with a white suite including a bath with shower over, a basin, and a close-coupled toilet. The walls are tiled in white, complemented by darker floor tiles. A frosted window allows for natural light while maintaining privacy.

Rear Garden - The rear garden is a generous, well-maintained outdoor space mainly laid to lawn, bordered by fencing for privacy and security. A paved patio area sits close to the house, ideal for outdoor seating or dining, and there is a garden shed towards the back for storage.

Front Exterior - The front exterior presents a neat and tidy facade, with a gravelled driveway providing off-street parking alongside a paved path leading to the front door. The house has a bay window to the lounge, and the front garden is bordered by modern fencing, giving a clean and welcoming appearance.

Listed by

Nationwide

Open House Estate Agents

Reference: 87691764

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 13/02/2017

Expiry date: 12/02/2027

Current heating cost: £521/year

Potential heating cost: £465/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £12,745

Recommendations

  • Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£100 - £350)
  • Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£20)
  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£5,000 - £8,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

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FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #16350009 Recent

Property Details

Street: 26 Chesham Road

Town: STAFFORD

Postcode: ST16 3JP

Installation Details

Items: 2 windows

Certificate Issued: 16/06/2024

Work Completed: 06/06/2024

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

161% since 2000

Event Date Price % change
Sold 20/04/2021 (5 years ago) £180,000 0%
Sold 18/04/2017 (9 years ago) £179,950 +160.8%
Sold 28/11/2000 (25 years ago) £69,000

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
351 OXFORD GARDENS, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JH £275,000 28/11/2025 Semi-detached
21 CHARNLEY ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JX £150,000 30/09/2025 Semi-detached
208 SANDON ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3HL £203,000 12/06/2025 Semi-detached
360 OXFORD GARDENS, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JH £265,000 17/11/2023 Semi-detached
25 CHARNLEY ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JX £213,000 25/10/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 3 CHESHAM ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JP £227,000 12/04/2023 Terraced
16 CORONATION ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JR £230,000 17/03/2023 Semi-detached
13 BERTELIN ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JJ £260,000 14/02/2023 Semi-detached
19 FONTHIL ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JL £212,500 09/12/2022 Semi-detached
71 CHARNLEY ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JX £160,000 02/12/2022 Semi-detached
8 BERTELIN ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JJ £207,000 21/11/2022 Semi-detached
29 CORONATION ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JR £207,000 15/11/2022 Semi-detached
1 FONTHIL ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JL £225,000 28/10/2022 Semi-detached
19 CHARNLEY ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JX £166,000 27/10/2022 Semi-detached
315 SANDON ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3HW £237,000 05/08/2022 Semi-detached
19 CHARNLEY ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JX £150,000 29/07/2022 Semi-detached
36 BERTELIN ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JJ £208,000 29/07/2022 Semi-detached
9 FONTHIL ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JL £180,000 22/07/2022 Semi-detached
229 SANDON ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3HQ £231,000 29/06/2022 Semi-detached
6 FONTHIL ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JL £115,000 09/06/2022 Semi-detached
55 FONTHIL ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JN £215,000 04/05/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 9 CHESHAM ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3JP £167,500 05/07/2021 Terraced

Street average: £197,250 (2 sales)

Area average: £205,475 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 24.7%
10y growth 36.4%

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

1y (index) 4%
5y (index) 27.3%
10y (index) 56.1%

Rental Range

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

Low £799/mo
Realistic £888/mo
Optimistic £977/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Stafford.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Mid Staffs: £738/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop Unknown 0.1 miles
Bus stop Coronation Road 0.1 miles
Bus stop Chesham Road 0.1 miles
Hospital St George's Hospital 0.7 miles
Hospital County Hospital 0.8 miles
Train station Stafford 1.3 miles
University Staffordshire University Blackheath Lane Site 1.5 miles
Train station Amerton Station 4.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 81
Anti-social behaviour 40
Shoplifting 17
Burglary 15
Criminal damage and arson 14
Public order 14
Other theft 13
Other crime 8
Vehicle crime 7
Bicycle theft 5
Drugs 4
Robbery 3
Total incidents 221

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
John Wheeldon Primary Academy Primary 0.5 miles Good — 8 Oct 2019
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Good — 21 Nov 2022
St John's CofE Primary Academy Primary 0.9 miles Good — 15 Jul 2019
Parkside Primary School Primary 1.0 miles Good — 27 Sep 2022
Sir Graham Balfour High School Secondary 1.0 miles Good — 6 Jun 2014

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.36%
Max investor price (0.8%) £111,000
Target investor price (1%) £88,800
  • 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).