New homes near Bishop Auckland
Nestled in the heart of County Durham, Bishop Auckland is a vibrant market town that's known as the gateway to Weardale. With its rich history and stunning rural surroundings, it's a wonderful place to call home.
Proudly home to an annual food festival that regularly welcomes celebrity chefs and thousands of foodies, Bishop Auckland is a town with plenty of flavour.
If you're looking to grab your first set of keys or secure a modern, low-maintenance commuter base with excellent transport links to Durham and Newcastle, discover our available houses for sale in and near Bishop Auckland below.
Find your new home in Bishop Auckland
Why purchase a home in Bishop Auckland?
There has never been a more exciting time to unpack your boxes in Bishop Auckland, mostly because the area is currently undergoing a huge financial investment aimed at updating its infrastructure and public spaces.
The Auckland Project is investing more than £275 million into restoring local landmarks, including Auckland Palace, the Spanish Gallery, and the Faith Museum. On top of this, the government has also awarded the town £53 million to support major regeneration projects, while Durham County Council has committed a further £40 million to ensure the town is well-prepared for future growth.
Things to do in Bishop Auckland
There are endless things to do in Bishop Auckland, and our new build developments provide the perfect base to explore the very best the town has to offer. Our new homes put you in the perfect position to discover the beautiful grounds of the 12th-century Auckland Palace and visit the 150-acre Deer Park, where you can admire the Georgian Gothic Deer House that was designed to shelter and feed the local deer population.
If you're a nature lover, you're in luck. Low Barns Nature Reserves and Ferry Hill Carrs will be right on your doorstep, providing you with open water and woodlands just made for exploring. A short drive further out brings you to the Durham Dales, where you can enjoy miles of open hills and country paths.
The high street itself is home to a varied selection of local businesses, so you’ll always find something special to buy yourself or to gift to others. Looking for even more choice? Bishop Auckland Shopping Park has a Pets at Home, TK Maxx, Boots and M&S Foodhall. For an evening out, Bishop Auckland Town hall is the place to go, bringing a cinema and a theatre together under one roof.
Transport in Bishop Auckland
Travelling across the region is straightforward because our new build homes in Bishop Auckland are positioned within easy reach of main roads. The A1(M) runs straight through County Durham, connecting Bishop Auckland to Durham in 20 minutes and Newcastle in around 45 minutes.
With regular bus services running throughout the town and surrounding areas, public transport is within reach too. Plus, Bishop Auckland railway station offers connections to Darlington and Middlesbrough, where you can catch fast mainline trains down to London or across to Manchester, Newcastle and Edinburgh.
Education in Bishop Auckland
There are several Ofsted rated 'Good' primary and secondary schools nearby, making it much easier to settle your family into the area.
For school leavers and adult learners, Bishop Auckland College offers a range of courses to help students prepare for their career. And as an added bonus, the college reports that 95% of students rate it as 'Good' or 'Outstanding'.
Why choose a new home in Bishop Auckland with Gleeson?
At Gleeson, we're dedicated to building affordable homes for everyone. We understand that buying a home involves a lot of careful planning, so we try to make the process as straightforward as possible by offering:
- Exceptional value: We’re proud to say that our highly affordable homes are accessible to everyone, without compromising on quality. We also offer a range of homebuying schemes to support first-time buyers and existing homeowners.
- Personalisation: You’ll have the opportunity to personalise your new home by selecting from our range of optional extras before you even pick up the keys.
- Comprehensive warranties: To give you long term piece of mind, our houses for sale in Bishop Auckland are covered by an eight-year NHBC warranty including a two-year Gleeson warranty, so you can feel confident that your home is well-protected.
- Energy efficiency: Our new homes in Bishop Auckland are designed with sustainability in mind, helping you save on energy bills and reduce your environmental footprint.
Find your new home in Bishop Auckland today
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