Darlington Property Market Update Feb 2026

🏠 House Price Trends

📌 The average house price in Darlington is approximately £158,000 - up about 7.4% on a year earlier from ~£147,000.

This highlights healthy local pricing momentum, although prices remain lower than the national average of ~£271,000 across the UK.

🏡 Average Prices by Property Type 

• Detached: ~£281,000
• Semi-detached: ~£174,000
• Terraced: ~£128,000
• Flats & Maisonettes: ~£96,000

This typical structure shows larger family homes commanding a premium locally - but overall prices remain more accessible than many parts of the UK.

💷 Rental Market Update

📍 Average monthly private rent: ~£661 - up around 8.1% annually from ~£611. This rent growth was slightly above the North East regional rise.

That’s significantly lower than the broader UK average private rent, ~£1,367 pm

📊 Darlington Rents by Bedroom Size

• 1-bed: ~£476
• 2-bed: ~£602
• 3-bed: ~£734
• 4-bed+: ~£1,054

📊 Darlington Rents by Property Type

• Flats & Maisonettes: ~£557
• Terraced: ~£660
• Semi-detached: ~£718
• Detached: ~£973

📌 Local Market Dynamics – Investor Insight

• Central Darlington, Eastbourne & North Road:
Lower entry prices with strong tenant demand from working professionals and key local employers. Attractive for investors targeting stronger gross yields and consistent occupancy.

• West Park, Hummersknott & West End:
Higher-value housing with solid professional and family demand. Yields are tighter, but voids are typically lower with stronger long-term capital growth prospects.

• Mowden & Cockerton:
Established family areas suited to 3–4 bed rentals. Ideal for investors prioritising longer tenancies and stable income over maximum yield.

Darlington benefits from affordable average prices, strong rail links on the East Coast Main Line, regional employment hubs, and constrained supply in prime residential pockets - supporting sustainable rental demand and steady medium-term growth for investors.

💡 Key Takeaways for Investors & Homeowners

• Affordability advantage: Darlington’s average house price is well below the UK average - opening opportunities for new buyers and investors.
• Growth momentum: Local house price inflation remains robust relative to regional benchmarks.
• Rents rising steadily: Rental growth in Darlington is strong - supportive of buy-to-let income strategies.

📞 Thinking of Buying, Selling, Letting, or Investing in Darlington?

Whether you’re aiming to:

• Understand the best neighbourhood opportunities
• Price your property smartly
• Maximise rental income or sale value
• Base decisions on current market data

👉 Get in touch - I’m here to help with your Darlington property goals.