4 GRISSOM CLOSE
STAFFORD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE ST16 3UN
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Last sold
£122,500 May 2008
Local average
£216,432 (-42.3%)
Deprivation
Decile 5 (16,103 of 33,755)
Street crime
283 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)
Key features
- Reception Hallway
- Front Facing Re-Fitted Kitchen
- Rear Facing Lounge/Dining Room
- Two Good Size Bedrooms
- Family Bathroom
- Double Glazed
- Central Heating
- Front & Rear Gardens
- Ample Parking
- A Must View
Description
Grissom Close is situated on the east side of the county town of Stafford, and is approximately 1.25 miles from the town centre, with it's wide range of high street shops, mainline Intercity railway station, general hospital and university. Stafford has direct access to the national motorway network via the M6, which also gives access to the M6 Toll Road.
Accommodation in brief:
RECEPTION HALLWAY. FRONT FACING RE-FITTED KITCHEN. REAR FACING LOUNGE/DINING ROOM. TWO GOOD SIZE BEDROOMS. FAMILY BATHROOM. DOUBLE GLAZED. CENTRAL HEATING. FRONT & REAR GARDENS. AMPLE PARKING. INTERNAL VIEWING IS ESSENTIAL. IDEAL FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS/INVESTMENT.
Accommodation In Detail:
The property is entranced via a timber and glazed Kentucky style door which gives access to
RECEPTION HALLWAY Having door to the front facing Kitchen and door to the rear facing Lounge. Panel radiator with radiator cover. Laminate laid flooring. Power point. Telephone point. Wall mounted electricity consumer unit.
KITCHEN (2.80m (9ft 3ins) x 2.85m (9ft 3ins)) This re-fitted Kitchen has a front facing timber framed double glazed window. There is a full range of matching base and wall units in a white finish. The work surfaces are in black/grey granite effect finish, ample base cupboards, base drawer units, wall cupboards and wall display cupboards are provided. There is a one and a half bowl single drainer sink top with high neck chrome mixer tap. Space and plumbing is provided for automatic washing machine and space is also provided for a slot in cooker. There is a stainless steel splash back to the space along with matching extractor hood above. There is a tall larder storage cupboard with space to the side for an upright refrigerator/freezer. Part tiled walls are provided. Tiled flooring. Panel radiator. Power points.
LOUNGE (4.10m (13ft 5ins) x 3.95m (12ft 11ins)) This good size Lounge has a rear facing timber framed double glazed window, along with UPVC double width French style doors. There is a timber fire surround with fitted gas fire. Cornice to ceiling. Smoke alarm. Wall light points. Panel radiator. Ample power points and television point. Open plan stairs lead from this room and give access to
LANDING AREA Having side facing timber framed double glazed window. Power point. Access to loft space.
BEDROOM 1 (4.10m (13ft 6ins) x 2.85m (9ft 3ins)) Having two front facing timber framed double glazed windows. Panel radiator. Power points.
BEDROOM 2 (2.20m (7ft 2ins) excluding the door recess area x 2.90m (9ft 5ins)) Having rear facing timber framed double glazed window. Panel radiator. Power points. There is a door which gives access to a good size airing cupboard, which houses the Baxi gas combination boiler for both central heating and hot water.
BATHROOM Having rear facing timber framed double glazed window. There is a panel bath with chrome pillar taps and wall mounted overhead Triton shower, pedestal wash hand basin with chrome pillar taps, close coupled WC. Part tiled walls. Electric extractor fan. Chrome plated towel rail/radiator.
OUTSIDE
There is a lawn laid front garden along with tarmacadam laid parking area for several vehicles. Slab pathway leads to the property and along side where access is provided to the rear garden, which is fully enclosed with panel fencing, slab laid patio area, good size central lawned area with shaped and stocked borders. There is a recess area to the garden, where there is a timber garden storage shed.
TENURE We are advised Freehold, confirmation to be obtained from the Vendors Solicitors.
SERVICES All mains services are connected. Telephone subject to normal terms and conditions. The gas and electrical appliances mentioned have not been tested by us and Purchasers are therefore advised to undertake their own tests should they consider this necessary. Listed for sale on 19th January 2008.
THE PROPERTY IS OFFERED SUBJECT TO CONTRACT
VACANT POSSESSION UPON COMPLETION
Listed by
Stafford
Clothier & Day
Reference: 19174025
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #3976126
Property Details
Street: 4 Grissom Close
Town: STAFFORD
Postcode: ST16 3UN
Installation Details
Items: 1 door
Certificate Issued: 14/08/2006
Work Completed: 31/07/2006
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 16/05/2008 (18 years ago) | £122,500 | — |
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 7 GRISSOM CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3UN | £155,000 | 10/11/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 6 ALDRIN CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3SZ | £172,500 | 16/06/2023 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 33 GRISSOM CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3UN | £175,000 | 13/01/2023 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 41 GRISSOM CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3UN | £160,000 | 21/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 11 BYRON CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3NY | £150,000 | 01/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 12 TRENCHARD AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3QB | £176,000 | 19/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 8 ALDRIN CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3SZ | £140,000 | 18/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 11 GRISSOM CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3UN | £162,500 | 15/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 44 TRENCHARD AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3QB | £141,000 | 16/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 57 ARMSTRONG AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3UW | £155,000 | 27/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 10 HELEN SHARMAN DRIVE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3SY | £152,000 | 18/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 61 TRENCHARD AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3RD | £107,000 | 09/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 65 TRENCHARD AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3RD | £111,000 | 21/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 63 DOUGLAS ROAD WEST, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3NX | £170,000 | 14/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 59 TRENCHARD AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3RD | £120,000 | 12/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 13 BYRON CLOSE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3NY | £196,000 | 10/12/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 56 DICKSON ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST16 3QG | £175,000 | 29/10/2021 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £163,125 (4 sales)
Area average: £151,192 (13 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Stafford. Series: Semi-detached. As of April 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Stafford. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Stafford.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Mid Staffs: £623/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Tedder Road | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Spar Shop | 0.1 miles |
| Hospital | County Hospital | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Weston Road Launderette | 0.4 miles |
| Shop | Bargain Booze Plus | 0.5 miles |
| Hospital | Beacon Park Hospital | 1.1 miles |
| University | Staffordshire University Blackheath Lane Site | 1.1 miles |
| Train station | Stafford | 1.2 miles |
| Train station | Amerton Station | 4.4 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 115 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 41 |
| Public order | 30 |
| Shoplifting | 17 |
| Burglary | 14 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 14 |
| Bicycle theft | 13 |
| Other theft | 12 |
| Possession of weapons | 8 |
| Other crime | 7 |
| Vehicle crime | 6 |
| Drugs | 5 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Total incidents | 283 |
Within 1 mile during May 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 John's CofE Primary Academy | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 15 Jul 2019 |
| John Wheeldon Primary Academy | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 8 Oct 2019 |
| Veritas Primary Academy | Primary | 0.8 miles | Good — 21 May 2018 |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School | Primary | 0.8 miles | Good — 21 Nov 2022 |
| St Leonard's Primary School | Primary | 0.8 miles | — (Inspected (no overall grade)) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Tithe Barn Road, ST16 | £1,000/mo | 2 | 0.32 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Semi-Detached House, Charnley Road, ST16 | £945/mo | 2 | 0.49 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £973/mo (2 listings)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- 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).