For sale Semi-detached

514 LIGHTWOOD ROAD

STOKE-ON-TRENT, STOKE-ON-TRENT ST3 7EW

3 beds 1 baths 89 m² Listed 6 Oct 2026 (-14d)

£320,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

89 m²

Council tax band

C

Last sold

£220,000 Oct 2023

Local average

£173,958 (+84%)

Deprivation

Decile 7 (21,127 of 33,755)

Street crime

191 incidents within 1 mile (Aug 2026)

Key features

  • Three-bedroom semi-detached home on Lightwood Road, Lightwood. Perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers or growing families alike.
  • Bay-fronted living room plus stunning refurbished open-plan kitchen diner with marble worktops, breakfast bar, dining space & French doors.
  • Three versatile bedrooms ideal for family, guests or home office. Bathroom with panelled bath, WC, pedestal wash basin & bidet, well-sized with scope to update.
  • South-west facing rear garden with decking and lawn, enjoying fantastic views over Florence Country Park. Front garden with mature shrubs and pebbled driveway for off-road parking.
  • Situated on Lightwood Road in a sought-after area, offering excellent access to local amenities, schools, commuter links and countryside walks, perfect balance of convenience and lifestyle.

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Broadband
FTTP (fibre to the premises)
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes
Restrictions
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

Calling all house hunters… the case of the perfect home has just landed on our desk. Join us as we investigate this three-bedroom semi- detached on Lightwood Road, because all the clues are pointing in one very exciting direction…
Open-plan living? Tick. Lovely views? Tick. Space to grow, settle, or start out? Tick, tick, tick. Whether you’re upsizing, downsizing or stepping onto the ladder for the very first time, this one might just close the case for good…
Step up to the scene and the first clue presents itself, a welcoming porch, perfect for kicking off muddy shoes after a long day. The investigation continues as you’re led into a warm and inviting hallway, opening into the real star witness, an expansive, recently refurbished open-plan kitchen diner. And what a statement it makes… sleek marble worktops, ample storage, a Belfast sink, ceramic four-burner hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher and even space for more. Whether it’s busy mornings or laid-back evenings, this space is ready to handle it all. At the heart of it all sits a breakfast bar, ideal for morning coffees, quick bites or catching up at the end of the day, while there’s still space for a lovely dining table when it’s time to entertain. Glazed French doors to the rear allow natural light to pour in, effortlessly bringing the outdoors into your everyday living. Just when you think the case couldn’t get any stronger, the next room adds another compelling piece of evidence… a cosy living room, complete with a beautiful bay window, perfect for relaxing, unwinding, and watching the world go by.
Upstairs, the investigation continues, and the findings don’t disappoint…You’ll discover three versatile bedrooms, each ready to adapt to your needs, whether that’s peaceful nights, a productive home office, or space for a growing family. Whatever your heart desires, there’s a room here ready to deliver. And then there’s the bathroom, currently hosting a panelled bath, WC, pedestal wash hand basin and bidet, offering all the essentials, with plenty of potential for those looking to add their own stamp and style.
Step outside and the final pieces of the puzzle fall perfectly into place…To the rear, a beautifully positioned south-west facing garden awaits laid with a combination of decking and lawn, making it ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. And just when you think it couldn’t get any better, those far-reaching views over Florence Country Park provide a truly stunning backdrop… a view that’s hard to beat and even harder to leave. To the front, you’re welcomed by a garden with mature shrubbery, alongside a pebbled driveway offering convenient off-road parking.
So, what’s the verdict? All the evidence points to one conclusion… whether you’re upsizing, downsizing or taking that all-important first step onto the ladder, this home on Lightwood Road could be the one that finally closes the case.
Location
Lightwood is a sought-after residential suburb located to the south of Stoke-on-Trent, within easy reach of Longton, Meir and Trentham. With an elevated position, parts of Lightwood enjoy attractive views across the Potteries and surrounding Staffordshire countryside.
Lightwood offers a good range of local amenities for everyday living. There are several convenience stores, takeaways, cafés and local pubs nearby, with larger supermarkets and retail options in nearby Longton and Meir. Well-placed for access to green spaces such as Longton Park, Park Hall Country Park and the wider countryside surrounding Meir Heath and Rough Close. For families, there is a good selection of sought after schooling.
Excellent commuter connections across North Staffordshire and beyond. The A50 dual carriageway is just minutes away, providing quick access to the A500 and M6 motorway network for travel towards Derby, Stafford, Birmingham and Manchester. Stoke-on-Trent’s mainline station provides direct routes to London, Birmingham and Manchester.
EPC Rating: D

Listed by

Stone

James Du Pavey Ltd

Reference: 93997059

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: ~317 m² (0.08 acres)

Source: HM Land Registry INSPIRE Index Polygons.

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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 #9934683

Property Details

Street: 514 Lightwood Road

Town: STOKE-ON-TRENT

Postcode: ST3 7EW

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 26/11/2013

Work Completed: 08/11/2013

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

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale — £320,000 +45.5%
Sold 31/10/2023 (2 years ago) £220,000 —

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
439 LIGHTWOOD ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7EX £247,000 05/01/2026 Semi-detached
13 HARLECH AVENUE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7EU £164,000 05/09/2025 Semi-detached
5 STARWOOD ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7EP £220,000 16/08/2024 Semi-detached
9 HARLECH AVENUE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7EU £203,000 17/11/2023 Semi-detached
6 HARLECH AVENUE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7EU £191,500 01/06/2023 Semi-detached
9 STARWOOD ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7EP £206,000 01/06/2023 Semi-detached
528 LIGHTWOOD ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7EH £340,000 09/05/2023 Semi-detached
7 DOVECOTE PLACE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7YR £160,000 16/12/2022 Semi-detached
197 STAR & GARTER ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7HJ £190,000 29/07/2022 Semi-detached
600 LIGHTWOOD ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7EQ £239,850 29/07/2022 Semi-detached
4 STARWOOD ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7EP £237,000 24/06/2022 Semi-detached
89 STAR & GARTER ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7HN £149,950 21/04/2022 Semi-detached
31 STARWOOD ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7EP £205,000 01/04/2022 Semi-detached
40 CHAROLAIS CRESCENT, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 4TE £137,500 17/12/2021 Semi-detached

Area average: £206,486 (14 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 12.5%
10y growth 66.8%

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

1y (index) -0.4%
5y (index) 20%
10y (index) 49.6%

Rental Range

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

Low £644/mo
Realistic £715/mo
Optimistic £787/mo

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

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Staffordshire North: £593/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop Mr Tyre Longton 0.4 miles
Shop The Co-operative Food 0.5 miles
Bus stop Unknown 0.6 miles
Train station Longton 1.4 miles
Train station Blythe Bridge 2.2 miles
Hospital North Staffordshire Hospital 4.5 miles
Hospital Royal Stoke University Hospital 4.5 miles
University Keele University 6.6 miles
University Buxton & Leek College 10.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 76
Anti-social behaviour 36
Public order 20
Criminal damage and arson 15
Burglary 11
Vehicle crime 9
Other theft 8
Other crime 5
Drugs 4
Shoplifting 4
Bicycle theft 2
Possession of weapons 1
Total incidents 191

Within 1 mile during Aug 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
Ormiston Meridian Academy Secondary 0.1 miles Good — 3 Feb 2022
St Augustine's Catholic Academy Primary 0.4 miles Good — 5 Jun 2019
Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy Primary 0.5 miles Outstanding — 5 May 2017
Alexandra Junior School Primary 0.5 miles Good — 15 Jan 2023
Alexandra Infants' School Primary 0.6 miles Requires improvement — 22 Jan 2023

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
Albert Avenue, Stoke-On-Trent, ST3 £1,200/mo 3 0.86 miles Rightmove
Grosvenor Street, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 £935/mo 3 1.47 miles Rightmove
Wyndham Road, Stoke-On-Trent, ST3 £950/mo 3 1.49 miles Rightmove
Friar St, Stoke-On-Trent, ST3 £1,025/mo 3 1.49 miles Rightmove
Coleridge Road, Blurton, Stoke-on-Trent £1,195/mo 3 1.56 miles Rightmove
269 Anchor Road, Stoke-On-Trent £1,200/mo — 1.7 miles Rightmove
Oldway Place,Longton, Stoke-on-Trent £895/mo 3 1.72 miles Rightmove
Finstock Avenue, Blurton, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 3LA £875/mo 3 1.76 miles Rightmove
Emsworth Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 £775/mo 3 1.77 miles Rightmove
Soames Crescent, Longton £1,100/mo 3 2.07 miles Rightmove
Roundway, Blurton £1,135/mo 3 2.1 miles Rightmove

Average rent: £1,026/mo (11 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.32%
Max investor price (0.8%) £128,125
Target investor price (1%) £102,500
Gross yield 3.8%
Cost-to-rent ratio 26×
Monthly cashflow £-363/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -4.7%
  • 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).