Spread the balance over 10 years

120 monthly payments of just £600

No mortgage required

No interest payable

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The Property

The accommodation is arranged over two floors and offers a surprisingly flexible amount of living space.

On the ground floor there is a front reception room, which could be used as the main living room, home office or potentially an additional bedroom depending on the buyer's requirements.

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To the rear is a generously sized kitchen and dining area, providing space for everyday cooking and dining.

The ground floor also includes a shower area and separate WC.

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Upstairs there are three bedrooms, giving the property plenty of flexibility for a couple, family, landlord or buyer requiring additional workspace.

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Outside, the house benefits from an enclosed rear yard, providing private low-maintenance outside space, together with on-street parking to the front.

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The property has undergone some improvement works but would benefit from further finishing and personalisation, giving the new owner the opportunity to complete the home to their own preferred style. 

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About Bishop Auckland

Bishop Auckland is an established market town in County Durham in North East England, combining relatively affordable property with excellent access to Durham, Darlington and the wider North East.

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The town is approximately 12 miles south of Durham, 13 miles north of Darlington, around 25 miles west of Middlesbrough and approximately 30 miles south of Newcastle upon Tyne. 

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This makes Bishop Auckland particularly well positioned for people who want to live outside the larger cities while retaining access to major employment centres, shopping, transport and leisure facilities.

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The wider area has benefited from significant investment in culture and tourism in recent years, with Bishop Auckland increasingly becoming a destination in its own right.

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At the heart of the town is Auckland Palace, surrounded by historic parkland and forming a major part of the regeneration of the town.

The wider The Auckland Project has brought museums, galleries, heritage attractions and visitor facilities into the centre of Bishop Auckland.

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For those who enjoy the outdoors, Low Barns Nature Reserve and Visitor Centre provides walking trails, wildlife and countryside close to the town.

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A little further afield, Raby Castle is another of County Durham's major historic attractions.

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Bishop Auckland is also known for Kynren, the large-scale outdoor historical spectacle held in the town, while Durham itself provides attractions including Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle. 

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Excellent Road Connections

Bishop Auckland is well connected to the surrounding region by the A688, A689 and A68, providing onward access to the A1(M).

The A688 links the town towards Durham and the A1(M) at Junction 61, while the A689 provides another connection towards the motorway at Junction 60. 

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Approximate driving distances from Bishop Auckland include:

• Durham – around 12 miles / 25 minutes

• Darlington – around 12 miles / 25 minutes

• Newton Aycliffe – around 7 miles / 15 minutes

• Spennymoor – around 7 miles / 15 minutes

• Newcastle upon Tyne – around 30 miles / 50 minutes 

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Access to the A1(M) makes onward journeys towards Newcastle and Gateshead to the north, and Darlington, York and Leeds to the south, straightforward.

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Rail Connections

Bishop Auckland also has its own railway station.

Regular rail services operate through Shildon, Newton Aycliffe and Darlington, with Darlington providing connections onto the East Coast Main Line.

From Darlington, passengers can connect to destinations including:

London King's Cross

York

Leeds

Newcastle

Edinburgh

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Darlington is a major station on the London–Edinburgh main line, with some London services taking less than two and a half hours from Darlington. 

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There are also regular bus connections between Bishop Auckland and surrounding towns and cities, including Durham and Darlington. 

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Airports

The location also offers access to two airports.

Teesside International Airport is the closest regional airport, while Newcastle International Airport provides a much larger range of UK and international destinations.

Newcastle Airport is approximately 33 miles by road from the Bishop Auckland area, with the drive typically taking around an hour depending on traffic. 

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A Great Base for Exploring North East England

Bishop Auckland's location makes it possible to enjoy both town and countryside living.

Durham City is within easy reach, while the landscapes of the Durham Dales and Weardale are accessible to the west.

Newcastle and Gateshead provide major shopping, entertainment, nightlife and employment opportunities to the north, while Darlington gives quick access to the national rail network.

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The North Pennines and rural County Durham are also within easy reach, making the area particularly appealing to buyers who enjoy walking, cycling and the countryside.

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Property Highlights

• 3 bedroom house

• £72,000 purchase price

• £600 per month

• 120 monthly payments

• 10-year payment term

• No mortgage required

• No interest payable

• Three first-floor bedrooms

• Flexible ground-floor reception room

• Kitchen and dining area

• Ground-floor shower area

• Separate WC

• Enclosed rear yard

• On-street parking

• Opportunity to finish and personalise

• Approximately 12 miles from Durham

• Approximately 13 miles from Darlington

• Good access to the A1(M)

• Railway station in Bishop Auckland

• Excellent base for exploring County Durham and North East England