Buying in Durham
Situated in the north east of England on the banks of the River Wear, Durham is a beautiful cathedral city with a large student population thanks to its ancient university. With stunning riverside walks, a thriving town centre and within commutable distance to both Newcastle and York, Durham is a fantastic place to put down roots.
Durham’s Gala Theatre is situated in the heart of the city, and hosts a wide range of quality productions all year round. Just a short walk uphill from the centre is the old town - with quaint tea rooms and the university campus - all situated within ancient medieval buildings that line cobbled streets. So for a mix of old and new, Durham is a great place to put down roots.
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Transport in Durham
Located on the east coast mainline, Durham has fantastic train links to Newcastle, York, London and Edinburgh. Be in Newcastle within 20 minutes, London in just under three hours and in Edinburgh in under two hours. In terms of motorways, Durham is similarly equipped. The A1 links the town with London and Edinburgh in one straight route.
Durham town centre is small and easily navigable on foot, with easy parking at each end. For day-trippers or those coming in from the suburbs, a park and ride service is a popular and affordable option. In terms of public transport, local trains and buses service the surrounding villages, making it easily commutable.
Living in Durham
As the main city for County Durham, Durham is a hub for the surrounding towns and villages. In terms of places to live, the areas of Crossgate and Gilesgate have homes dating back to the 12th century, and are both on the borders of the city centre making them fantastic for commuters to the university or further afield.
In terms of suburbs, Framwellgate Moor is increasingly popular with families due to its fantastic primary school, Framwellgate Moor Primary. Similarly, Durham Johnston Secondary has also been rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted and as such, the area of Crossgate Moor around it is increasingly desirable, with plenty of post-war semis and newbuilds to suit many budgets.
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