9 MELROSE DRIVE
CANNOCK, HEDNESFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE WS12 4LU
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
80 m²
Council tax band
C
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Last sold
£185,000 Jun 2018
Price per m²
£3,500/m²
Local average
£321,931 (-13%)
Deprivation
Decile 7 (23,116 of 33,755)
Street crime
170 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)
Key features
- DETACHED FAMILY HOME
- THREE BEDROOMS
- THROUGH HALLWAY
- SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM
- CORNER PLOT
- GARAGE
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Broadband
- FTTP (fibre to the premises)
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Gas central
- Parking
- Garage, Driveway
- Garden
- Front garden, Back garden
Description
CONNELLS ESTATE AGENTS are pleased to market For Sale this fantastic THREE BEDROOM, DETACHED family home located in Hednesford, Cannock. BOASTING A GARAGE, THREE BEDROOMS and set in a QUIET CUL DE SAC! Call us to arrange a viewing today...
DESCRIPTION
CONNELLS ESTATE AGENTS are pleased to market For Sale this SPACIOUS THREE BEDROOM DETACHED family home located in Hednesford, Cannock.
To the Ground Floor the property briefly comprises of an entrance hallway with access to the kitchen and very spacious living room. The kitchen also comes fully fitted with space and plumbing for appliances.
To the First Floor having THREE BEDROOMS and a family bathroom.
Externally benefiting from being a desirable corner plot with an enclosed rear garden and a garage.
This property is perfectly situated in a private and desirable cul-de-sac location within walking distance of the well known and tranquil Cannock Chase; loved for its outstanding beauty, scenic landscapes, wildlife and history whilst also benefiting from being well placed to provide easy access to Cannock Town Centre offering a vast range of amenities, local businesses, traditional markets and commuter benefits including Cannock Train Station and both local & national bus services available.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hallway
Having stairs to the first floor, radiator, ceiling light point and access to the kitchen and the living room
Living Room
Having laminate flooring, a double glazed windows to the rear and side aspect, electric fire and surround, ceiling light point, wall lights, space for dining furniture,
Kitchen
Being a fully fitted kitchen with a range of wall, base and drawer units with laminate worktops over, double sink with drainer, integrated oven with four ring gas hob above, extractor fan, space and plumbing for appliances, space for fridge / freezer, tiled splashbacks, tiled flooring, ceiling light point, door to side aspect, double glazed window to the rear aspect.
First Floor
Landing
Having doors to all bedrooms and family bathroom
Bedroom 1
Having a double glazed window, radiator and ceiling light point
Bedroom 2
Having a double glazed window, radiator and ceiling light point
Bedroom 3
Having a double glazed window, radiator and ceiling light point
Bathroom
Having a WC and hand wash basin vanity unit with storage beneath, bathtub, fully tiled walls and floor, ceiling light point, chrome heated rail and a double glazed window
Outside
Front
Being situated on a corner plot with parking for multiple vehicles and access to the garage
Rear
Being an enclosed rear garden with laid to lawn
Garage
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract.
3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.
5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.
6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.
Listed by
Cannock
Connells
Reference: 88581396
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 29/05/2026
Expiry date: 28/05/2036
Current heating cost: £1,202/year
Potential heating cost: £1,103/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £16,500
Recommendations
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #1532962
Property Details
Street: 9 Melrose Drive
Town: Cannock
Postcode: WS12 4LU
Installation Details
Items: 1 window
Certificate Issued: 08/03/2004
Work Completed: 26/02/2004
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #994487
Property Details
Street: 9 Melrose Drive
Town: Cannock
Postcode: WS12 4LU
Installation Details
Items: 4 windows and 1 door
Certificate Issued: 19/09/2003
Work Completed: 22/08/2003
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
131% since 2002
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £280,000 | +51.4% |
| Sold | 07/06/2018 (8 years ago) | £185,000 | +12.1% |
| Sold | 09/05/2016 (10 years ago) | £165,000 | +32.1% |
| Sold | 28/05/2010 (16 years ago) | £124,950 | +56.2% |
| Sold | 08/03/2002 (24 years ago) | £80,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 THORNHILL ROAD, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4LR | £282,500 | 09/01/2026 | Detached |
| 3 BOND WAY, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4SW | £347,500 | 04/12/2025 | Detached |
| 158 BOND WAY, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4SL | £296,750 | 12/09/2023 | Detached |
| 16 THORNHILL ROAD, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4LR | £290,000 | 12/04/2023 | Detached |
| 78 VIEW STREET, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4JQ | £233,000 | 27/01/2023 | Detached |
| 54 VIEW STREET, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4JQ | £297,500 | 18/11/2022 | Detached |
| 37 LINWOOD DRIVE, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4SA | £325,000 | 12/08/2022 | Detached |
| 28 COPPERMILL CLOSE, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4SQ | £250,000 | 28/07/2022 | Detached |
| 200 BOND WAY, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4SL | £320,000 | 22/07/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 2 MELROSE DRIVE, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4LU | £270,000 | 20/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 40 CHALCOT DRIVE, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4SF | £230,000 | 21/03/2022 | Detached |
| 4 THORNHILL ROAD, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4LR | £210,000 | 25/02/2022 | Detached |
| 10 WARD STREET, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4HQ | £235,000 | 18/02/2022 | Detached |
| 206 BOND WAY, HEDNESFORD, CANNOCK, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4SL | £240,000 | 03/09/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £270,000 (1 sale)
Area average: £273,635 (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): Cannock Chase. Series: Detached. As of April 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cannock Chase. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cannock Chase.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Fieldhouse Road | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Unknown | 0.5 miles |
| Shop | Realitee | 0.8 miles |
| Train station | Hednesford | 0.8 miles |
| Train station | Cannock | 2.1 miles |
| University | Staffordshire University Blackheath Lane Site | 7.1 miles |
| Hospital | County Hospital | 7.3 miles |
| Hospital | St George's Hospital | 7.5 miles |
| University | University of Wolverhampton | 9.8 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 83 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 34 |
| Public order | 14 |
| Shoplifting | 12 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 10 |
| Other theft | 5 |
| Robbery | 3 |
| Drugs | 2 |
| Other crime | 2 |
| Possession of weapons | 2 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Burglary | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 170 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staffordshire University Academy | Secondary | 0.3 miles | Good — 15 Nov 2023 |
| Pye Green Academy | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 13 Nov 2022 |
| Hednesford Valley High School | Other | 0.5 miles | Good — 23 Oct 2014 |
| West Hill Primary School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 18 Apr 2024 |
| Redhill Primary School | Primary | 0.7 miles | Good — 19 Dec 2016 |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).