Menzies House
Willow Drive, Cheddleton, Staffordshire, ST13 7FB
Property details
Tenure
LEASEHOLD (103 years remaining on lease)
Council tax band
B
Local average
£110,333 (-9.4%)
Deprivation
Decile 9 (27,431 of 33,755)
Street crime
14 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Menzies House; formerly part of the St Edwards Hospital complex
- Converted to create modern living accommodation following its closure in 2002
- Grade II listed building boasting many original Victorian Featrues
- Open Plan Living Kitchen area
- One Double Bedroom with Built In Wardrobes
- Sizeable Bathroom
- Exceptionally Well Maintained Throughout
- Set in 122 acres of manicured gardens, parkland and woodland
- A truly idyllic location surrounded by breathtaking architecture
- NO CHAIN - Viewing ESSENTIAL!
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Broadband
- FTTC (fibre to the cabinet)
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Electric
- Parking
- Residents
- Listed property
- Yes
- Restrictions
- Yes
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
- Flood defences
- No
Description
"The greatest glory of a building is not in its stones, nor in its gold. Its glory is in its Age"
An exceptionally well maintained first floor one bedroom apartment within Menzies House; formerly part of the St Edwards Hospital Complex which was converted in 2004. Enjoying many original features including high ceilings, picture rails and sizeable rooms set within beautiful communal gardens. Offered with NO UPWARD CHAIN!
Denise White Estate Agents Comments - Menzies House; formerly part of the St Edwards Hospital complex which was converted to create modern living accommodation following its closure in 2002, and now comprises of stunning, statement, homes within the beautiful period buildings. Set in 122 acres of parkland, giving buyers the opportunity to live in a truly idyllic location surrounded by breathtaking architecture.
The accommodation this apartment provides enjoys many original Victorian features including high ceilings, picture rails and sash windows. The Entrance Hall leads you through to an open plan Living Kitchen area, which is fitted with a range of kitchen units and also providing ample space for Dining and Lounging! Back through the Hallway you will find a Double Bedroom, fitted with built in wardrobes, which sits alongside the Bathroom.
Externally there is one allocated parking space, and vast expanses of communal gardens for you to enjoy.
Offered with NO UPWARD CHAIN!
Location - The property is located in the exclusive St Edwards Estate in Cheddleton. This large former hospital site has now been transformed into a place of peace, tranquility and strong community providing a setting almost unique in the area with lawned areas surrounded by estate woodland and direct access to canal-side walks and cycle routes. The estate is ideally situated 2-3 miles from the market town of Leek with a good range of supermarkets, local independent shops, cafes, bars and sports facilities. The Peak District national park is a short drive away. Access to the city of Stoke-on-Trent with a fast mainline train service to Euston and the major road networks of the A50, A500 and M6 are also easy. The estate has a half hourly bus service to Hanley and Leek, with several services a day direct to the attractive Victorian spa town of Buxton.
Entrance Hall - Carpet. Picture rail. Two ceiling lights. Wall mounted electric heater. Storage cupboard off. Doors leading into:–
Lounge Dining Area - 6.81 x 3.14 (22'4" x 10'3") - Carpet. Two wall mounted electric heaters. Two sealed unit double glazed sash windows to the rear aspect. Picture rail. Two ceiling lights. Opening into:–
Kitchen Area - 3.49 x 1.81 (11'5" x 5'11") - Fitted with a range of wall and base units with work surfaces over incorporating a stainless steel sink and drainer unit with mixer tap. Integrated four ring ceramic hob with extractor over, single electric oven, dishwasher, fridge and freezer. Sealed unit double glazed sash windows to the side and rear aspects. Picture rail. Ceiling light.
Bedroom - 3.69 x 2.99 (12'1" x 9'9") - Carpet. Wall mounted electric heater. Sealed unit double glazed sash window to the front aspect. Built-in wardrobes. Picture rail. Ceiling light.
Bathroom - 3.31 x 1.69 (10'10" x 5'6") - Fitted with a suite comprising of panelled bath with shower over, pedestal wash hand basin and low-level WC. Vinyl flooring. Part tiled walls. Two obscured sealed unit double glazed sash windows to the front aspect. Picture rail. Ceiling light. Wall mounted electric heater.
Outside - Externally, the apartment benefits from allocated parking space, and use of 122 acres of communal gardens and woodland.
Agents Notes - Tenure: Leasehold
Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage connected. Please note that there is no mains gas on the site.
Council Tax: Staffordshire Moorlands Band B
No chain involved with the sale
Leasehold Information - Management Company - Castle Estates -
125 year lease which currently has 103 remaining (started in 2004)
Ground Rent Payable of £100/year
Service charges for 2024/25 were £2310
Service charges for 2025/26 are £3084 due to exceptional capital works on the building which will be completed in the year.
2026/27 - will be £2533
Please Note - Please note that all areas, measurements and distances given in these particulars are approximate and rounded. The text, photographs and floor plans are for general guidance only. Denise White Estate Agents has not tested any services, appliances or specific fittings — prospective purchasers are advised to inspect the property themselves. All fixtures, fittings and furniture not specifically itemised within these particulars are deemed removable by the vendor.
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Listed by
Leek
Denise White Estate Agents
Reference: 172680596
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
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Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £100,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ST EDWARDS HALL APARTMENT 3 EAST DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FA | £103,000 | 05/12/2025 | Flat |
| DENMARK HOUSE, 81 APARTMENT 8 WILLOW DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FG | £107,500 | 20/12/2023 | Flat |
| MALLOY HOUSE APARTMENT 3 EAST DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7DN | £192,000 | 20/12/2023 | Flat |
| GILES HOUSE, 39 APARTMENT 7 WILLOW DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FD | £122,500 | 15/12/2023 | Flat |
| 91 WILLOW DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FG | £177,500 | 16/11/2023 | Flat |
| MENZIES HOUSE, 37 APARTMENT 6 WILLOW DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FB | £162,000 | 30/06/2023 | Flat |
| 11 APARTMENT 6 BIRCHTREE DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FE | £114,500 | 28/06/2023 | Flat |
| 29 WILLOW DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FB | £193,000 | 19/05/2023 | Flat |
| WILKINS HOUSE, 87 APARTMENT 1 WILLOW DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FG | £120,000 | 17/04/2023 | Flat |
| ST EDWARDS HALL APARTMENT 11 EAST DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FA | £166,000 | 16/12/2022 | Flat |
| 27 APARTMENT 7 BIRCHTREE DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FE | £110,000 | 15/12/2022 | Flat |
| 27 APARTMENT 9 BIRCHTREE DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FE | £97,000 | 06/12/2022 | Flat |
| 77 WILLOW DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FG | £100,000 | 11/11/2022 | Flat |
| BOUCHER HOUSE, 71 APARTMENT 1 WILLOW DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FG | £102,500 | 28/10/2022 | Flat |
| 27 APARTMENT 1 BIRCHTREE DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FE | £120,000 | 30/09/2022 | Flat |
| 27 APARTMENT 6 BIRCHTREE DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FE | £97,550 | 30/09/2022 | Flat |
| 49 WILLOW DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FD | £110,000 | 16/09/2022 | Flat |
| MARTIN HOUSE, 57 APARTMENT 5 WILLOW DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FG | £88,000 | 05/09/2022 | Flat |
| WILKINS HOUSE, 85 APARTMENT 4 WILLOW DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FG | £130,000 | 08/08/2022 | Flat |
| ST EDWARDS HALL APARTMENT 8 EAST DRIVE, CHEDDLETON, LEEK, STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST13 7FA | £97,500 | 21/07/2022 | Flat |
Area average: £125,528 (20 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): Staffordshire Moorlands. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Staffordshire Moorlands. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Staffordshire Moorlands.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Staffordshire North: £424/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
37 Willow Drive
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | St Edwards Hospital | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Leek Road | 0.3 miles |
| Train station | Leek Brook | 0.5 miles |
| Shop | Cheddleton Florists | 0.6 miles |
| Shop | Leekbrook News and Off License | 0.8 miles |
| Train station | Cheddleton | 1.1 miles |
| University | Buxton & Leek College | 2.1 miles |
| University | Tovell Building, Buxton & Leek College | 2.2 miles |
| Hospital | John Munroe Hospital | 3.7 miles |
| Hospital | Haywood Hospital Walk-in Centre | 6.4 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Anti-social behaviour | 3 |
| Burglary | 3 |
| Public order | 2 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 2 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
| Drugs | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 14 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopedale School | Other | 0.3 miles | Outstanding — 2 Jul 2023 |
| St Edward's CofE Academy Cheddleton | Primary | 0.8 miles | Good — 7 Oct 2013 |
| Woodcroft Academy | Primary | 1.5 miles | Good — 28 Apr 2019 |
| All Saints CofE First School | Primary | 1.6 miles | Good — 4 Apr 2014 |
| St Edward's Church of England Academy | Primary | 1.7 miles | — (Inspected (no overall grade)) |
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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).