Sold STC Bungalow

Brackensyde

9, THE CLOSES, CONSETT, EDMUNDBYERS, COUNTY DURHAM DH8 9NH

3 beds 2 baths Listed 24 Nov 2022 (-1281d)

£400,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Council tax band

E

Last sold

£387,000 Aug 2023

Local average

£345,401 (+15.8%)

Deprivation

Decile 4 (10,732 of 33,755)

Street crime

0 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

  • 2 Reception Rooms
  • Lounge with open fire
  • Driveway and Garage
  • Large Garden
  • Oil central heating
  • No Onward Chain

Additional details

Parking
Off street
Garden
Private garden

Description

Three-bedroom dormer bungalow with open views located in the quaint village of Edmundbyers. The property requires some cosmetic upgrading but would make a fantastic family home.

Brackensyde sits in a generous plot with stunning views of the moorlands and moments away from neighbouring Northumberland.

The impressive entrance hallway is filled with natural light from the large dual aspect windows and is currently used as a second reception area, there is a small utility room fitted with base units and plumbed for washing machine, as you head along the hallway you will appreciate how spacious the property is. The Kitchen diner is fitted with limed oak base and wall units with free standing fridge, dishwasher and Oil-fired Aga, sliding doors lead into a generous dining room with boxed bay window, this is the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the open views, a glazed door leads to the enclosed garden. The lounge has an open fire and dual aspect windows, enjoying pleasant views of the garden and moors. There are two good sized double bedrooms and a bathroom with three-piece suite.

To the first floor there is a spacious landing with Velux windows and eves storage, to the left is a large bathroom with three-piece suite and two built in cupboards providing ample storage. Across the landing is the master bedroom which is flooded with natural light.

Externally the property is entered via wooden gates and has a block paved double driveway, grass area to the right with mature trees and shrubs creating privacy, leading to a large, enclosed garden with patio area edged with shrubs and steps leading to the lawn.

The property benefits from oil central heating.

Edmundbyers is a beautiful spot to explore the North East, there's plenty to do on the doorstep, especially if you love the outdoors. You're just minutes from the Derwent Reservoir which has some beautiful walks and is a haven for water sport enthusiasts and anglers. The Derwent Arms and The Baa serve food and beverages daily and there's a community Village Hall that hosts a range of events and activities.

Located just off the A68 makes it an easy commute. Consett town centre is a short drive away and has a wide range of amenities including supermarkets, doctor surgery, cafes, restaurants/bars, sports facilities as well as a bus station with great transport links.

Neighbouring Northumberland is also a short drive away and the village is well positioned for access to Corbridge and Hexham which are both historic market towns just off the A68. Newcastle and Durham are both within 25 miles.


Council Tax Band: E
Tenure: Freehold

Listed by

Shotley Bridge

Harrington Brown Property Ltd

Reference: 129410630

EPC ratings on this postcode

We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.

Address Current Potential Floor area Age band Type
10 The Closes, Edmundbyers, CONSETT 69 75 228 m² England and Wales: 2003-2006 Detached
17, The Closes, Edmundbyers, CONSETT 31 56 210 m² England and Wales: 1983-1990 Detached
18 The Closes, Edmundbyers, CONSETT 63 73 192 m² England and Wales: 1983-1990 Detached
3 The Closes, Edmundbyers, CONSETT 64 68 287 m² England and Wales: 2003-2006 Detached
4 The Closes, Edmundbyers, CONSETT 70 75 251 m² England and Wales: 2003-2006 Terraced
9 The Closes, Edmundbyers, CONSETT 29 63 203 m² England and Wales: 1967-1975 Detached
Bramble House, The Closes, Edmundbyers, DURHAM 88 89 277 m² Detached
Fellside View, The Closes, Edmundbyres, DURHAM, COUNTY DURHAM 88 89 289 m² Detached
GEMSTONE HOUSE, 16 THE CLOSES, EDMUNDBYERS, EDMUNDBYERS 70 76 214 m² England and Wales: 2003-2006 Detached
Hollywell House, The Closes, Edmundbyers, CONSETT 61 64 225 m² England and Wales: 1996-2002 Terraced
Rose Cottage, The Closes, Edmundbyers, CONSETT 61 71 177 m² England and Wales: 2003-2006 Terraced
Summerfield House, The Closes, Edmundbyers, CONSETT 71 77 282 m² England and Wales: 2003-2006 Detached
Woodlands House, The Closes, Edmundbyers, CONSETT 82 87 288 m² Detached
Wor Hoose, The Closes, Edmundbyers, CONSETT 88 100 221 m² England and Wales: 2012 onwards Detached

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Sold 18/08/2023 (2 years ago) £387,000

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address Price Date Type
WESTFIELD, EDMUNDBYERS, CONSETT, COUNTY DURHAM, DH8 9NJ £665,000 09/12/2025 Detached
SUMMERFIELD HOUSE, 3 THE CLOSES, EDMUNDBYERS, CONSETT, COUNTY DURHAM, DH8 9NH £480,000 16/04/2025 Detached
THE BRAMBLES THE CLOSES, EDMUNDBYERS, CONSETT, COUNTY DURHAM, DH8 9NH £700,000 15/12/2023 Detached
FELLSIDE VIEW THE CLOSES, EDMUNDBYERS, CONSETT, COUNTY DURHAM, DH8 9NH £70,000 09/11/2023 Detached
16 THE CLOSES, EDMUNDBYERS, CONSETT, COUNTY DURHAM, DH8 9NH £530,000 24/11/2022 Detached
THE HAWTHORNES, EDMUNDBYERS, CONSETT, COUNTY DURHAM, DH8 9NL £995,000 17/03/2022 Detached

Area average: £573,333 (6 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 29.1%
10y growth 82.7%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): County Durham. Series: Detached. As of February 2026.

1y (index) 1.6%
5y (index) 22.8%
10y (index) 41.8%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for County Durham. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £572/mo
Realistic £635/mo
Optimistic £699/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → County Durham.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Durham: £474/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

The Closes

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Old Village Shop 0.1 miles
Shop Derwent Waterside Park Gift Shop 1.3 miles
Shop Derwent Waterside Park Fishing Shop 1.3 miles
Hospital Weardale Community Hospital 6.9 miles
Train station Stanhope 7.1 miles
Train station Riding Mill 7.2 miles
Hospital Ferndene - Children and Young Peoples Inpatient Service 9.0 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Total incidents 0

Within 1 mile during Mar 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.16%
Max investor price (0.8%) £79,375
Target investor price (1%) £63,500
  • Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
  • Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
  • Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
  • Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).

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