County Durham Property Market Update Jan 2026

📈 House Prices in County Durham

The average house price in County Durham was around £140,000, up from approximately £132,000 a year earlier - representing annual growth of around 5.7%.

This highlights that property values are continuing to rise even as broader market conditions remain mixed.

What this means:

• Buyers benefit from relatively affordable prices compared with many other parts of the UK
• Sellers are operating in a market where values are rising rather than flatlining
• Investors can see capital values improving alongside rental growth

🏠 Property Prices by Type

Average prices by property type in County Durham sit at approximately:

• Detached: ~£239,000
• Semi-detached: ~£141,000
• Terraced: ~£115,000
• Flats & maisonettes: ~£79,000

Semi-detached and terraced homes remain among the strong performers, while flats continue to provide an accessible entry point for first-time buyers and buy-to-let investors.

💷 Rental Market Update

The rental market in County Durham remains a key strength of the local housing landscape.

Average monthly rent: ~£623

Annual rental growth: ~6.8%

Typical current rent ranges by bedroom size:

• 1-bed: ~£436
• 2-bed: ~£553
• 3-bed: ~£663
• 4+ beds: ~£964

By property type, rental levels generally track as:

• Flats & maisonettes: ~£526 pcm
• Terraced houses: ~£653 pcm
• Semi-detached houses: ~£655 pcm
• Detached houses: ~£847+ pcm

This reflects continued demand across both smaller rental stock and larger family homes, supporting healthy occupancy levels and rental yields.

🔑 What This Means for Landlords

From an investment perspective, County Durham continues to offer a compelling balance of:

• Rising rental income
• Steady capital value growth
• Relatively accessible entry prices

Terraced houses and semi-detached homes remain particularly attractive for landlords, supported by consistent tenant demand and strong yields in comparison with many other regional markets

Thinking of Buying, Selling, or Letting in County Durham?

Market data is useful - but local expertise makes the real difference.

If you’re considering your next move in County Durham, our team at NGU Homes can help you:

• price accurately
• market effectively
• and make informed decisions based on real-world market conditions

👉 Get in touch today to discuss your plans.