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Living in Bishop Auckland: Property Area Guide

County Durham, North East · Population 25,000

House Prices in Bishop Auckland

£130,000

Average

£220,000

Detached

£135,000

Semi-Detached

£90,000

Terraced

£65,000

Flat

Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.

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About Bishop Auckland

Bishop Auckland offers some of the cheapest property in England with growing cultural assets. The Auckland Project investment has created a unique heritage destination. Teesdale and the North Pennines provide outdoor recreation.

Lifestyle & Things to Do

Bishop Auckland is undergoing a remarkable transformation driven by Auckland Castle and the Kynren outdoor show. Jonathan Ruffer's investment has created a cultural quarter including The Mining Art Gallery and Auckland Tower. The castle grounds are beautiful.

Transport & Commuting

Northern trains reach Darlington in 20 minutes for East Coast Main Line connections. The A68 connects to the A1(M) and Darlington. The town is at the gateway to Teesdale.

Train to London

175m to London Kings Cross (via Darlington)

Nearest Motorway

A1(M) (via A68)

Schools & Education

Top Schools

  • Bishop Barrington School
  • King James I Academy
  • Escomb Primary School

Healthcare

Bishop Auckland Hospital

Best Areas to Live in Bishop Auckland

Etherley Dene

Cockton Hill

Escomb

Property Buying Tips for Bishop Auckland

Etherley Dene has family homes. Cockton Hill is close to the centre. The town centre has affordable period terraces. Witton Park is cheaper still. Escomb has the famous Saxon church.

Local Authority

Council

Durham County Council

Council Tax

£1,760 (Band D)

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