Darlington Property Market Update Jan 2026

📈 House Prices in Darlington

The average house price in Darlington is now around £158,000, up from approximately £148,000 a year ago - representing annual growth of around 6.6%.

This highlights that values are still rising even as broader market conditions remain mixed.

What this means:

• Buyers benefit from relatively affordable prices compared with many 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

According to the most recent estimates, average prices across Darlington currently sit at approximately:

• Detached: ~£280,000
• Semi-detached: ~£174,000
• Terraced: ~£128,000
• Flats & maisonettes: ~£96,000

Semi-detached and terraced homes continue to perform well, offering good balance between price accessibility and appeal, while flats remain an accessible entry point for first-time buyers and buy-to-let investors.

💷 Rental Market Update

The rental market in Darlington remains a key strength of the local housing market.

Average monthly rent: ~£658

Annual rental growth: ~8.5%

Typical current rent ranges by bedroom size:

• 1-bed: ~£474
• 2-bed: ~£600
• 3-bed: ~£730
• 4+ beds: ~£1,050

By property type, average rents typically track as:

• Flats & maisonettes: ~£555 pcm
• Terraced properties: ~£657 pcm
• Semi-detached houses: ~£715 pcm
• Detached houses: ~£969+ pcm

This reflects strong tenant demand across both affordable and larger homes, supporting healthy occupancy and attractive rental yields.

🔑 What This Means for Landlords

From an investment standpoint, Darlington continues to offer a compelling combination of:

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

Terraced and semi-detached homes remain particularly attractive for landlords due to consistent tenant demand and strong rental performance in both the commuter and long-term rental sectors.

Thinking of Buying, Selling, or Letting in Darlington?

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

If you’re considering your next move in Darlington, the 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.