# House for rent (ST5 8AH) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 68A, WATLANDS VIEW, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE, STAFFORDSHIRE ST5 8AH | | Price | £695 pcm | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | | Floor area | 45 m² | | Last sold | £80,000 Jan 2007 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** D - **Expiry date:** 25/03/2029 - **Current heating cost:** £520/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £1,000 ### Recommendations - B (£500 - £1,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0054-2886-6070-9721-6655) ## Description Description A beautifully presented one bedroom first floor flat, ideally located in the sought-after area of Porthill, Newcastle-under-Lyme. The property offers well-maintained and comfortable accommodation throughout, comprising a spacious lounge, a small modern fitted kitchen, a contemporary shower room, and a good-sized double bedroom. Situated on a popular residential street, the flat benefits from excellent access to local shops, amenities, and convenient transport links, making it ideal for professionals or couples. Early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the quality and location of this lovely home. Location ST5 8AH is located in the Porthill area of Newcastle-under-Lyme, a well-established and popular residential suburb known for its convenience and community feel. Porthill offers a good range of everyday amenities within easy reach, including local convenience stores, takeaways, pharmacies, and small independent shops. Larger supermarkets and retail options can be found a short drive away in Newcastle town centre and nearby retail parks such as Wolstanton Retail Park. The area is particularly well positioned for transport links. There is easy access to the A500 and A34, providing convenient routes to the M6 motorway and surrounding towns including Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe, and beyond. Regular bus services operate nearby, making commuting straightforward even without a car. For leisure, residents benefit from proximity to green spaces such as Wolstanton Marsh and local parks, offering opportunities for walking and outdoor activities. The nearby town centre of Newcastle-under-Lyme provides a wider selection of restaurants, bars, a cinema, and cultural attractions including the New Vic Theatre. Overall, ST5 8AH is a practical and well-connected location, appealing to professionals and couples seeking a balance of residential calm and easy access to amenities and transport. ## Property Photos - ![Street View](/listings/photos/87961761/303489) - Street View - ![20260429_124244.jpg](/listings/photos/87961761/303492) - 20260429_124244.jpg - ![20260429_124346.jpg](/listings/photos/87961761/303494) - 20260429_124346.jpg - ![20260429_124427.jpg](/listings/photos/87961761/303497) - 20260429_124427.jpg - ![20260429_124254.jpg](/listings/photos/87961761/303499) - 20260429_124254.jpg - ![20260429_124305.jpg](/listings/photos/87961761/303500) - 20260429_124305.jpg - ![20260429_124411.jpg](/listings/photos/87961761/303501) - 20260429_124411.jpg - ![20260507_105854.jpg](/listings/photos/87961761/577975) - 20260507_105854.jpg - ![20260507_105436.jpg](/listings/photos/87961761/577976) - 20260507_105436.jpg - ![20260507_105619.jpg](/listings/photos/87961761/577977) - 20260507_105619.jpg - ![20260507_105741.jpg](/listings/photos/87961761/577978) - 20260507_105741.jpg - ![20260507_105451.jpg](/listings/photos/87961761/577979) - 20260507_105451.jpg - ![20260507_105508.jpg](/listings/photos/87961761/577980) - 20260507_105508.jpg - ![20260507_105518.jpg](/listings/photos/87961761/577981) - 20260507_105518.jpg - ![20260507_105713.jpg](/listings/photos/87961761/577982) - 20260507_105713.jpg ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC](/listings/photos/87961761/303502) - EPC ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Newcastle-under-Lyme). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £743/mo - **Realistic:** £825/mo - **Optimistic:** £908/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Staffordshire North (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* ## Rental Comparables *Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area. Bedroom counts vary — use the Beds column to compare like-for-like lets. Student lets are excluded.* | Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on | |------|------|------|------|------| | [Garnett Road East, Porthill, Newcastle](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/b8dbc49) | £695/mo | 2 | 0.05 miles | Rightmove | | [Watlands View, Newcastle, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/1c31770) | £550/mo | 1 | 0.07 miles | Rightmove | | [Dimsdale View East, Newcastle-under-Lyme](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/fd1bf51) | £850/mo | 2 | 0.12 miles | Rightmove | | [Dimsdale View East, Porthill, Newcastle](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/32408f9) | £800/mo | 3 | 0.12 miles | Rightmove | | [Sparrow Terrace, Porthill, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/b74c503) | £800/mo | 2 | 0.17 miles | Rightmove | | [Dimsdale Parade East, Newcastle](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/5b4e351) | £775/mo | 2 | 0.19 miles | Rightmove | | [High Street, Newcastle, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/ddc3f14) | £795/mo | 1 | 0.25 miles | Rightmove | | [Templar Terrace, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/5354169) | £619/mo | 1 | 0.27 miles | Rightmove | | [Dimsdale Hall Drive, Wolstanton, Newcastle-under-Lyme](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/7e74bbb) | £1,750/mo | 4 | 0.33 miles | Rightmove | | [High Street, Wolstanton, Newcastle](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/62f0960) | £595/mo | 1 | 0.35 miles | Rightmove | | [Nelson Street, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/2f978c8) | £695/mo | 2 | 0.37 miles | Rightmove | | [Liverpool Road, Newcastle, Staffordshire, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/cb832f1) | £1,200/mo | 3 | 0.49 miles | Rightmove | | [Porthill Bank, Porthill, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/b4f4e01) | £800/mo | 3 | 0.52 miles | Rightmove | | [Milehouse Lane Newcastle](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/332a240) | £750/mo | 2 | 0.58 miles | Rightmove | | [Maureen Grove, Newcastle, Staffordshire, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/1f32e58) | £995/mo | 3 | 0.65 miles | Rightmove | | [High Street, May Bank, Newcastle, Staffordshire, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/f374b79) | £900/mo | 3 | 0.73 miles | Rightmove | | [High Street, May Bank, Newcastle, Staffordshire, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/ced9126) | £950/mo | 3 | 0.74 miles | Rightmove | | [King Street, Cross Heath, Newcastle, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/5660079) | £600/mo | 1 | 0.75 miles | Rightmove | | [King Street, Cross Heath, Newcastle, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/f38a261) | £500/mo | 1 | 0.75 miles | Rightmove | | [King Street, Cross Heath, Newcastle, ST5](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/3b1788e) | £600/mo | 1 | 0.75 miles | Rightmove | **Average rent: £995/mo (128 listings)** ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £785/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 1355.4% - **Monthly cashflow:** £679/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 4041.3% *Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cashflow = rent − 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).* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £15/m² ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)