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33 ABERWICK DRIVE

CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM DH2 3TG

4 beds 2 baths 124 m² Listed 4 Oct 2025 (-325d)

£365,000

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# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (DH2 3TG)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 33 ABERWICK DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM DH2 3TG |
| Price | £365,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | E |
| Last sold | £360,000 Apr 2026 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 04/10/2035
- **Current heating cost:** £1,023/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £16,500

### Recommendations
- W2 (£5,000 - £10,000)
- U (£8,000 - £10,000)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/5835-4320-7509-0155-5206)

## Description

The ground floor features two generous reception rooms, including an elegant lounge and a separate dining room, offering versatile spaces for relaxing or entertaining guests. The modern kitchen seamlessly flows into a bright garden/sun room, perfect for family gatherings and enjoying natural light throughout the day. An additional converted garage currently serves as an office/utility space, accommodating the demands of modern family living, while a convenient guest W/C adds further practicality to the ground floor.

Upstairs, four spacious double bedrooms await, with the master suite benefiting from fitted wardrobes and a stylish en-suite shower room. The contemporary family bathroom is thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of a growing household.

Externally, this property boasts ample off-street parking and a private garden, ideal for children or alfresco entertaining. The outdoor space complements the home’s interior, creating an inviting environment for family life.

Located within a desirable area, this immaculate detached house offers the best of modern living. Early viewing is strongly recommended to fully appreciate the quality and flexibility of accommodation on offer. Please contact our team to arrange your viewing appointment.

**IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS:** We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

CST250324/2

## Property Photos

- ![Main](/listings/photos/167802929/1812994) - Main
- ![Lounge](/listings/photos/167802929/1812996) - Lounge
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/167802929/1813002) - Kitchen
- ![Dining Room](/listings/photos/167802929/1813004) - Dining Room
- ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/167802929/1813007) - Bedroom One
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/167802929/1813009) - Bathroom
- ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/167802929/1813012) - Bedroom Two
- ![Bedroom Three](/listings/photos/167802929/1813016) - Bedroom Three
- ![Bedroom Four](/listings/photos/167802929/1813020) - Bedroom Four
- ![Sun Room](/listings/photos/167802929/1813022) - Sun Room
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/167802929/1813024) - Kitchen
- ![Ensuite](/listings/photos/167802929/1813029) - Ensuite
- ![Hallway](/listings/photos/167802929/1813031) - Hallway
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/167802929/1813032) - Bathroom

## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/167802929/1813033) - Floorplan

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 33 ABERWICK DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TG | £360,000 | 08/04/2026 | Detached |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 5 FLEETHAM CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3SX | £311,000 | 05/12/2025 | Detached |
| 17 HAWKHILL CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TU | £320,000 | 05/12/2025 | Detached |
| 23 WARKWORTH DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JR | £400,000 | 20/08/2025 | Detached |
| [Same street] 41 ABERWICK DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TG | £303,000 | 24/03/2025 | Detached |
| 27 EMBLETON DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JS | £270,000 | 29/11/2024 | Detached |
| 23 HAUXLEY DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TE | £342,000 | 01/11/2023 | Detached |
| 9 ELSDON CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3SZ | £266,000 | 30/10/2023 | Detached |
| 21 FENWICK CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3SU | £255,000 | 28/09/2023 | Detached |
| 51 FALSTONE DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3ST | £255,000 | 31/03/2023 | Detached |
| 50 CHILLINGHAM DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TJ | £207,000 | 19/12/2022 | Detached |
| 16 DENWICK CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TL | £520,000 | 25/11/2022 | Detached |
| 36 EMBLETON DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JS | £260,000 | 28/10/2022 | Detached |
| 4 FENWICK CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3SU | £321,000 | 07/10/2022 | Detached |
| 14 ROTHBURY CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JN | £247,000 | 19/08/2022 | Detached |
| 21 EMBLETON DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JS | £280,000 | 19/08/2022 | Detached |
| 36 HAUXLEY DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TE | £325,000 | 19/08/2022 | Detached |
| 24 EMBLETON DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JS | £220,000 | 12/08/2022 | Detached |
| 1 FALSTONE DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3ST | £350,000 | 04/08/2022 | Detached |
| 9 WARKWORTH DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JQ | £357,000 | 04/02/2022 | Detached |
| 8 ALNWICK CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JL | £325,000 | 21/01/2022 | Detached |
| 3 DENWICK CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TL | £415,000 | 21/01/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 23 ABERWICK DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TG | £235,000 | 10/12/2021 | Detached |

**Street average:** £269,000 (2 sales)
**Area average:** £312,300 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £311,089 (39 Detached, DH2, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +17.3%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (County Durham). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £577/mo
- **Realistic:** £641/mo
- **Optimistic:** £705/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Durham (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £658/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.18% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £80,125
- **Target investor price (1%):** £64,100

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £2,944/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 22%
- **10y growth:** 8.8%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for County Durham; Detached series; as of May 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 3.6%
- **5y growth (index):** 21.3%
- **10y growth (index):** 42.9%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

124 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Last sold

£360,000 Apr 2026

Price per m²

£2,944/m²

Local average

£311,089 (+17.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 10 (33,350 of 33,755)

Street crime

94 incidents within 1 mile (Jun 2026)

Key features

Epc grade TBC
Council tax band E
4 bedrooms
Versatile living space
Desirable estate

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

This exceptional family home enjoys close proximity to reputable schools, local amenities, vibrant green spaces, and convenient public transport links, making it an ideal choice for families seeking both comfort and practicality.

The ground floor features two generous reception rooms, including an elegant lounge and a separate dining room, offering versatile spaces for relaxing or entertaining guests. The modern kitchen seamlessly flows into a bright garden/sun room, perfect for family gatherings and enjoying natural light throughout the day. An additional converted garage currently serves as an office/utility space, accommodating the demands of modern family living, while a convenient guest W/C adds further practicality to the ground floor.

Upstairs, four spacious double bedrooms await, with the master suite benefiting from fitted wardrobes and a stylish en-suite shower room. The contemporary family bathroom is thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of a growing household.

Externally, this property boasts ample off-street parking and a private garden, ideal for children or alfresco entertaining. The outdoor space complements the home’s interior, creating an inviting environment for family life.

Located within a desirable area, this immaculate detached house offers the best of modern living. Early viewing is strongly recommended to fully appreciate the quality and flexibility of accommodation on offer. Please contact our team to arrange your viewing appointment.

IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

CST250324/2

Listed by

Chester le Street

National Home Move - LSL Franchise

Reference: 167802929

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 05/10/2025

Expiry date: 04/10/2035

Current heating cost: £1,023/year

Potential heating cost: £916/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £16,500

Recommendations

Floor insulation (solid floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Registered land (INSPIRE)

This location is outside the imported HM Land Registry INSPIRE registered freehold polygons.

Source: HM Land Registry INSPIRE Index Polygons.

Floorplans

Floorplan

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	08/04/2026 (4 months ago)	£360,000	—

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
5 FLEETHAM CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3SX	£311,000	05/12/2025	Detached
17 HAWKHILL CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TU	£320,000	05/12/2025	Detached
23 WARKWORTH DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JR	£400,000	20/08/2025	Detached
Same street 41 ABERWICK DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TG	£303,000	24/03/2025	Detached
27 EMBLETON DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JS	£270,000	29/11/2024	Detached
23 HAUXLEY DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TE	£342,000	01/11/2023	Detached
9 ELSDON CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3SZ	£266,000	30/10/2023	Detached
21 FENWICK CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3SU	£255,000	28/09/2023	Detached
51 FALSTONE DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3ST	£255,000	31/03/2023	Detached
50 CHILLINGHAM DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TJ	£207,000	19/12/2022	Detached
16 DENWICK CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TL	£520,000	25/11/2022	Detached
36 EMBLETON DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JS	£260,000	28/10/2022	Detached
4 FENWICK CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3SU	£321,000	07/10/2022	Detached
14 ROTHBURY CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JN	£247,000	19/08/2022	Detached
21 EMBLETON DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JS	£280,000	19/08/2022	Detached
36 HAUXLEY DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TE	£325,000	19/08/2022	Detached
24 EMBLETON DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JS	£220,000	12/08/2022	Detached
1 FALSTONE DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3ST	£350,000	04/08/2022	Detached
9 WARKWORTH DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JQ	£357,000	04/02/2022	Detached
8 ALNWICK CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3JL	£325,000	21/01/2022	Detached
3 DENWICK CLOSE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TL	£415,000	21/01/2022	Detached
Same street 23 ABERWICK DRIVE, CHESTER LE STREET, COUNTY DURHAM, DH2 3TG	£235,000	10/12/2021	Detached

Street average: £269,000 (2 sales)

Area average: £312,300 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 22%

10y growth 8.8%

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

1y (index) 3.6%

5y (index) 21.3%

10y (index) 42.9%

Rental Range

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

Low £577/mo

Realistic £641/mo

Optimistic £705/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → County Durham.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Durham: £658/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Embleton Road End	0.0 miles
Shop	Locked Solid	0.5 miles
Shop	The Beauty Clinique	0.7 miles
Train station	Chester-le-Street	1.1 miles
Hospital	Lanchester Road Hospital	3.1 miles
Hospital	University Hospital of North Durham	3.8 miles
University	Ustinov College	3.9 miles
Train station	Dipwood Halt	4.0 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	37
Anti-social behaviour	21
Criminal damage and arson	14
Other theft	6
Public order	5
Burglary	4
Shoplifting	3
Drugs	1
Other crime	1
Possession of weapons	1
Robbery	1
Total incidents	94

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

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name	Type	Distance	Ofsted
Hermitage Academy	Secondary	0.6 miles	Good — 19 May 2024
Newker Primary School	Primary	0.9 miles	Good — 19 Oct 2011
Bullion Lane Primary School	Primary	0.9 miles	Good — 1 May 2024
Red Rose Primary School	Primary	1.1 miles	Good — 15 Jan 2024
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street	Primary	1.3 miles	Good — 18 Dec 2023

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.18%

Max investor price (0.8%) £80,125

Target investor price (1%) £64,100

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).