Sold STC Terraced

65 LONGFIELD ROAD

DARLINGTON, DARLINGTON DL3 0HU

2 beds 1 baths 78 m² Listed 10 Sep 2020 (-2139d)

£99,950

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Property details

Floor area

78 m²

EPC rating

D

Last sold

£99,950 Dec 2020

Price per m²

£1,281/m²

Local average

£112,729 (-11.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 4 (13,382 of 33,755)

Street crime

193 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • EXTENDED
  • CONSERVATORY
  • LARGE GARDEN
  • GARAGE
  • TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS
  • TWO RECPTION ROOMS

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

This spacious TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMED MID TERRACE residence has it all. Boasting an extended kitchen. Conservatory, enjoying the views of the large rear garden. And in addition there are two reception rooms and a garage providing off street parking. Situated in the popular Harrowgate Hill area of Darlington which is ideally placed with local amenities, schooling and excellent transport links to the A1M and the A66 towards teesside. The property is in ready to move into order and must be viewed to be appreciated.

Warmed by gas central heating and having the benefit of double glazing throughout. A brief summary of the accommodation that is on offer is as follows. Entrance vestibule opening into the reception hallway with staircase to the first floor. The lounge has a bay window to the front aspect with feature fire surround, the dining room opens directly to the kitchen extension which has been fitted with a range of beech cabinets with contrasting work surfaces and there is a host of integrated appliances. The conservatory is of a good size with french doors opening directly to the rear garden. The bathroom/WC has an electric Tritan over the bath shower.

To the first floor there are two double bedrooms and the attic area has a pull down ladder and velux window. Externally the forecourt to the front is enclosed and there is a large rear garden that has been lovingly planned and maintained by the current owner having an abundance of established flowers and shrubs and attracting a great deal of sunshine, with a paved patio seating area. To the rear of the garden there is a brick built garage measuring 18'08 x 9'04 which has an up and over door and water tap, it is accessed via the rear cobbled service lane.

Entrance Vestibule - Upvc entrance door opening into the vestibule which in turn opens into the reception hallway which has a staircase to the first floor.

Lounge - 3.99m x 3.12m (13'01 x 10'03) - With high ceilings and deep coving, there is laminate flooring and attractive feature fire surround to the chimney breast with gas fire and two alcoves.

Dining Room - 4.27m x 3.25m (14'00 x 10'08) - A further reception room having a handy walk in understairs storage cupboard again with laminate flooring, two alcoves to the chimney breast and there is the original picture rail and a featured ceiling rose. The dining room opens directly into the kitchen.

Kitchen - 5.21m x 3.35m (17'01 x 11'00) - The well planned kitchen boasts an ample range of beech effect wall, floor and drawer cabinets which are complimented by contrasting black matt work surfaces, there is an island to the centre with USB charging point and the integrated appliances included are electric double oven, electric hob, extractor hood and fridge freezer. And there are illuminated display cabinets. In addition there is plumbing for an automatic washing machine and the light floods in from the two velux windows. There is under floor heating.

Conservatory - 3.33m x 3.38m (10'11 x 11'01 ) - UPVC framed and well proportioned, there are french doors opening into the rear patio and enjoying views of the rear garden beyond and the floor has been tiled.

Downstairs Bathroom/Wc - Fitted with a contrasting cream suite to include safety panel bath which has electric over the bath tritan shower. In addition there is a WC, pedestal handbasin and a heated towel rail and the room benefits from under floor heating and a velux window.

First Floor -

Landing - Accessing the two double bedrooms.

Bedroom One - 3.15m x 3.18m (10'04 x 10'05) - A large double bedroom overlooking the front aspect with built in storage cupboard and one alcove to the chimney breast, there is access to the attic from bedroom one. The attic itself has a pull down ladder and is fully boarded with velux window.

Bedroom Two - 3.73m x 3.38m (12'03 x 11'01) - A further well proportioned double bedroom having the advantage of overlooking the gardens to the rear.

Externally - The forecourt is enclosed by a brick built wall with single gate. The rear garden itself is of a particularly good size and is a delight with having been well stocked with an array of established flowering, trees shrubs and flowers attracting a great deal of sunlight and being quite private. There is a paved patio seating area, lawn and path leading down to the single garage. Garage measuring 18'08 x 9'04 with an up and over door and is accessed via cobbled service lane to the rear.

Listed by

Darlington

The Independent Agent Ltd

Reference: 73160007

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 11/09/2020

Expiry date: 10/09/2030

Current heating cost: £761/year

Potential heating cost: £654/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £21,750

Recommendations

  • 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
  • Replace boiler with new condensing boiler (£2,200 - £3,000)
  • Flue gas heat recovery in conjunction with boiler (£400 - £900)
  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

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EI Rating

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FENSA Certificates

This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #6932316

Property Details

Street: 65 Longfield Road

Town: Darlington

Postcode: DL3 0HU

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 09/11/2009

Work Completed: 17/10/2009

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #6263020

Property Details

Street: 65 Longfield Road

Town: Darlington

Postcode: DL3 0HU

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 19/01/2009

Work Completed: 15/12/2008

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #395095

Property Details

Street: 65 Longfield Road

Town: Darlington

Postcode: DL3 0HU

Installation Details

Items: 5 windows

Certificate Issued: 08/08/2003

Work Completed: 08/01/2003

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

178% since 2000

Event Date Price % change
Sold 11/12/2020 (5 years ago) £99,950 +177.6%
Sold 08/01/2000 (26 years ago) £36,000

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
116 BOWMAN STREET, DARLINGTON, DL3 0ER £123,000 28/01/2026 Terraced
50 CROSBY STREET, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HD £76,000 09/01/2026 Terraced
92 THOMPSON STREET WEST, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HQ £105,000 05/01/2026 Terraced
4 VAUGHAN STREET, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HA £80,000 10/11/2025 Terraced
44 BOWMAN STREET, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HE £105,000 14/08/2025 Terraced
98 BOWMAN STREET, DARLINGTON, DL3 0ER £66,500 31/03/2025 Terraced
33A BOWMAN STREET, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HE £130,000 21/03/2025 Terraced
Same street 75 LONGFIELD ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HU £109,000 28/08/2024 Terraced
Same street 69 LONGFIELD ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HU £120,000 04/07/2024 Terraced
Same street 39 LONGFIELD ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HU £91,700 23/02/2024 Terraced
8 GARDEN PLACE, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HF £57,000 14/11/2023 Terraced
68 BOWMAN STREET, DARLINGTON, DL3 0ER £75,000 06/11/2023 Terraced
463 NORTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 3BN £144,000 06/10/2023 Terraced
104 BENSHAM ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 3DQ £85,000 30/08/2023 Terraced
1 CROSBY STREET, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HD £75,000 25/08/2023 Terraced
54 LOWSON STREET, DARLINGTON, DL3 0EY £80,000 28/07/2023 Terraced
54 LOWSON STREET, DARLINGTON, DL3 0EY £78,000 28/07/2023 Terraced
443 NORTH ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 3BN £159,000 25/05/2023 Terraced
165 LONGFIELD ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HS £99,000 17/05/2023 Terraced
11C LOWSON STREET, DARLINGTON, DL3 0ET £84,000 28/04/2023 Terraced
108 BOWMAN STREET, DARLINGTON, DL3 0ER £82,000 06/04/2023 Terraced
20 LOWSON STREET, DARLINGTON, DL3 0ET £83,500 21/12/2022 Terraced
155 LONGFIELD ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HS £135,000 19/12/2022 Terraced
Same street 61 LONGFIELD ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HU £100,000 12/12/2022 Terraced
Same street 45 LONGFIELD ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HU £62,500 21/10/2022 Terraced
Same street 29 LONGFIELD ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HU £110,000 07/10/2022 Terraced
Same street 51 LONGFIELD ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HU £65,000 23/05/2022 Terraced
Same street 43 LONGFIELD ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HU £96,000 10/12/2021 Terraced
Same street 53 LONGFIELD ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL3 0HU £66,000 20/08/2021 Terraced

Street average: £91,133 (9 sales)

Area average: £96,100 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -24.8%
10y growth 30.8%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Darlington. Series: Terraced. As of April 2026.

1y (index) 1.7%
5y (index) 20.5%
10y (index) 38.2%

Rental Range

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

Low £608/mo
Realistic £676/mo
Optimistic £744/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Darlington.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Darlington: £449/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop The Quest 0.1 miles
Shop Headlines Hair Design 0.1 miles
Bus stop North Road - Lawson Street 0.1 miles
Bus stop Harrowgate Hill Roundabout 0.1 miles
Train station North Road 0.9 miles
Train station Darlington 2.0 miles
Hospital Middleton Saint George Hospital 5.2 miles
Hospital Butterwick Hospice 8.4 miles
University Durham University 9.7 miles
University Durham University, Queen's Campus 10.2 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Anti-social behaviour 59
Violence and sexual offences 54
Public order 17
Shoplifting 13
Burglary 12
Criminal damage and arson 11
Other crime 11
Possession of weapons 4
Vehicle crime 4
Other theft 3
Drugs 2
Robbery 2
Bicycle theft 1
Total incidents 193

Within 1 mile during May 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
Harrowgate Hill Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Requires improvement — 18 Oct 2023
Longfield Academy Secondary 0.2 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
St Bede's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.5 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
Rise Carr College Other 0.6 miles Good — 21 Oct 2013
Northwood Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Good — 10 Feb 2019

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 2-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.68%
Max investor price (0.8%) £84,500
Target investor price (1%) £67,600
  • 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).