New Homes in Durham
Durham is the largest town of County Durham, and has an excellent position within the North East of England. Just 20 miles south of Newcastle, houses in Durham are close to Sunderland and Middlesbrough, while Hartlepool and Darlington are more rural spots nearby.
Whether you’re taking the kids to Wharton Park with its play areas, miniature car track, cafe and impressive views, or visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site that is the city’s cathedral and castle, you’ve also got modern amenities like Prince Bishops Shopping Centre. Browse our developments closest to Durham below, and start finding your new home now.
• County Durham • North East • Newcastle • Sunderland • Middlesbrough • Hartlepool • Darlington
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- The Oval at Old Durham Gate is an exclusive development of luxury, energy-efficient 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes situated less than 2 miles from Durham city centre. Scenic river walks and views of open space gives your new home that desirable rural feel whilst remaining within walking distance of the city – offering you the best of both worlds. Families will also benefit from nearby Durham Johnston Comprehensive School, which enjoys an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating.
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- £329,995 to £549,995
- 4 and 5 bedroom
- New homes for sale in Burdon, Sunderland. Exclusive development of 60 homes.
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- £329,995 to £364,995
- 4 bedroom
- New homes for sale in Wynyard.
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- £319,995 to £349,995
- 4 bedroom
- New homes for sale in Hartlepool. Final homes now released for sale - don't miss your last chance to buy!
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- £224,995 to £404,995
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- New homes for sale in Throckley.
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- £219,995 to £359,995
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- New homes for sale in Cramlington
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- £349,995 to £509,995
- 3, 4 and 5 bedroom
- New homes for sale in Nunthorpe
Living In Durham
There are so many wonderful open spaces within striking distance of the city centre, including the beautiful Durham Heritage Coast just to the east. In the opposite direction you can lose yourself in the vast expanse of the North Pennines, while the Durham Dales, North York Moors, Northumberland National Park and Kielder Forest are all less than an hour’s drive away.
Back in the city centre the iconic Durham Cathedral is a must-see, along with Durham Castle and the Botanic Garden. Durham Museum and Heritage Centre is packed with fascinating exhibits, while the Museum of Archaeology and Crook Hall and Gardens are other centrally located places to visit. If you have kids, don’t miss the Adventure Valley amusement centre.
Education
It can’t be all play and no work for your children, so it’s a good job Durham has a clutch of schools rated as outstanding by Ofsted. Options close to the city centre include St Margaret’s CofE Primary, Durham Johnston Comprehensive and Durham Sixth Form Centre. On the outskirts of town, Framwellgate Moor Primary, Shincliffe CofE and St Godric’s Roman Catholic Primary are all top choices.
Transport links in Durham
The A1(M) road passes just east of Durham, connecting the city with other parts of the North East and beyond. Newcastle is less than half an hour’s drive away, while you can use other A roads to get to Sunderland and Middlesbrough in a similar amount of time. As well as lost of local bus routes, Durham train station is just off the A690 next to Wharton Park and offers a wide selection of services with several different providers.
The Durham property market
With house prices in Durham lower than the national average, you can find everything from vast detached houses with large gardens to very affordable flats and terraces in and around the city.
You can also find attractive 3 and 4 bedroom new townhouses and other properties set into pleasant greenery along South Road close to the university. Newly-built properties are ideally suited for modern living, so book your appointment with us today.
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Buying a new home with David Wilson also means you can take advantage of our great offers.
If you’re struggling to save for a deposit, we can support you with our low deposit schemes. And if you’re part of the armed forces, we can offer a 5% deposit contribution towards your first or second home.Suddenly need more space for your growing family? We have you covered. Our help to sell schemes make it easy to sell your current home. You won’t have to worry about estate agent fees or the open property market. Let us do the legwork while you enjoy your new home.We also have a Key Worker Deposit Contribution scheme available for key workers, including flooring throughout your brand-new DWH home.Feeling overwhelmed by the moving process? Dive into our comprehensive North East property buying guide for all the essential information you need. Book an appointment with one of our Sales Advisers and reserve your dream home today.