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4 LINKINWATER LANE

DARLINGTON, DARLINGTON DL2 2WP

4 beds 2 baths Listed 22 Feb 2025 (-483d)

£295,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Council tax band

D

Last sold

£293,000 Sep 2025

Local average

£292,487 (+0.9%)

Deprivation

Decile 7 (22,897 of 33,755)

Street crime

117 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Modern, Detached Four-Bedroom Home
  • Stylish Open-Plan Kitchen/Diner
  • En-Suite to Master Bedroom
  • Landscaped Front & Rear Gardens
  • Garage & Off-Street Parking
  • Council Tax Band: D
  • EPC Rating: B
  • Freehold

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

This immaculately presented four-bedroom detached home is located in the sought-after West Park area of Darlington. Built by Homes by Esh to the Rochester design, the property has been further enhanced by the current owners to exceptional standards. Upgrades include fitted mirrored sliding wardrobes in two bedrooms, premium floor tiles, and bespoke lighting, while still benefiting from the full NHBC warranty.

A viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the quality and attention to detail throughout.

Ground Floor

Entrance Hallway
A welcoming entrance featuring tile flooring throughout, ceiling spotlights, a radiator, an under-stairs storage cupboard, and a staircase leading to the first floor.

Lounge (4.15m x 3.16m / 13’6” x 10’4”)
A bright and spacious living area with a UPVC double-glazed bay window to the front, carpet flooring, and a radiator.

Kitchen/Dining/Family Area (6.70m x 2.91m / 22’0” x 9’6”)
Designed for modern living, this stylish kitchen includes:

A range of light grey wall, base, and drawer units with contrasting white worktops

Integrated Beko appliances (fridge/freezer, dishwasher, gas hob, and electric oven)

Granite sink with Hansgrohe mixer tap

Matching splashback tiles & floor tiles throughout

Ceiling spotlights for a sleek finish

A UPVC double-glazed window and bi-fold doors leading to the rear garden

Utility Room (2.00m x 1.66m / 6’6” x 5’5”)
Additional storage and workspace with:

Light grey base unit & white worktops

Space for a washing machine & tumble dryer

Composite back door leading to the garden

Ground Floor WC
Features a heated towel rail, hand wash basin, floor tiles, extractor fan, and ceiling spotlights.

First Floor

A spacious landing with a storage cupboard with added shelving and ceiling spotlights provides access to four well-proportioned bedrooms and a stylish family bathroom.

Master Bedroom (3.37m x 3.31m / 11’1” x 10’9”)
A bright and airy room with a UPVC double-glazed window to the front, fitted mirrored sliding wardrobes and a radiator.

En-Suite (2.35m x 1.66m / 7’7” x 5’5”)
Designed for convenience and comfort, featuring:

A walk-in overhead shower

Low-level WC & hand wash basin with a Hansgrohe mixer tap

Tile flooring & heated towel rail

Ceiling spotlights, extractor fan & double shaver socket

Window to the side for natural light

Bedroom 2 (3.19m x 3.18m / 10’5” x 10’4”)
A well-sized second bedroom with a UPVC double-glazed window to the rear and radiator.

Bedroom 3 (3.24m x 3.21m / 10’6” x 10’5”)
Another spacious bedroom with a UPVC double-glazed window to the front and radiator.

Bedroom 4 (3.95m x 3.04m / 13’0” x 10’0”)
Featuring a UPVC double-glazed window to the rear, fitted mirrored sliding wardrobes, and radiator.

Family Bathroom (2.12m x 2.06m / 7’0” x 6’8”)
A stylish and modern suite including:

Panelled bath with electric shower & glass screen

Hansgrohe mixer tap

Low-level WC & hand wash basin

Heated towel rail, tile flooring, & ceiling spotlights

Double shaver socket & extractor fan

Exterior & Additional Features

Rear Garden
Beautifully designed for low-maintenance living, featuring:

Raised composite decking area with built-in spotlights

Gated side access

Four external downlights (front & rear)

Cold water tap

Large 2-in-1 shed (ideal as a workshop & storage space)

Front & Parking

Brick-paved driveway leading to an integral garage

Up-and-over garage door with electric lighting & power supply

Additional off-street parking

Property Upgrades & Features

Premium floor tiles throughout downstairs & bathrooms

Shaver sockets in both the bathroom & en-suite

External downlights (front & back)

Fitted white Venetian blinds on all windows & bi-fold doors

Boiler housing for a tidy finish

Spotlights in hallway & landing

Fitted sliding wardrobes in two bedrooms

Extra plug sockets for added convenience

Key Additional Features:

Mains-connected smoke detectors
USB sockets in the kitchen, lounge & master bedroom
Hive-controlled thermostat heating system
Gas combination boiler & central heating

This stunning property is perfect for families or those seeking a modern home in a fantastic location.

Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate what this home has to offer!


Location - The property lies within easy reach of the many amenities in both Cockerton Village, West Park including Marks and Spencer Food Hall, popular schools and access out onto major road links both North and South.

MATERIAL INFORMATION:

In compliance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team’s Material information in property listings Guidance

PART A
Local Authority – Darlington Borough Council
Council Tax Band – D
Tenure – Freehold

PART B
Property Type – Detached
Property Construction – Standard
Number & Types of Rooms – Please refer to the details and floorplan, all measurements taken being the maximum dimensions available between internal walls
Electricity supply – Yes
Water Supply - Yes
Sewerage – Mains
Heating - Gas Central Heating
Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website -
Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website –
Parking- Garage & Driveway

PART C
Building Safety – (The Vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues. However, we would recommend that the purchaser engages the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm)
Restrictions –
Covenants which affect the property are contained within the Land Registry Title Register which is available for inspection.
Selective licencing area – no
Article 4 Planning Restricted area - no
Rights & Easements- Access through private driveway for residents.
Flood risk – low
Coastal Erosion - n/a
Planning Permission – n/a
Accessibility/Adaptations – none
Mining Area – n/a

No other Material Information disclosures have been made by the vendor. This information has been compiled in good faith using resources readily available online and by enquiry of the vendor prior to marketing. However, such information could change after compilation of the data, so J W Wood cannot be held liable for any changes post compilation or any accidental errors or omissions.
Furthermore, J W Wood are not legally qualified and conveyancing documents are often complicated, necessitating judgement on our part about which parts are “Material Information” to be disclosed. If any information provided, or other matter relating to the property, is of particular importance to you, please do seek verification from a legal advisor before committing to expenditure.

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J W Wood

Reference: 158595503

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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Price history

17% since 2021

Event Date Price % change
Sold 30/09/2025 (8 months ago) £293,000 +17.2%
Sold 16/12/2021 (4 years ago) £249,995

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
78 BROWDIE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WQ £258,000 18/12/2025 Detached
51 BROWDIE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WQ £230,000 26/11/2025 Detached
1 NICKLEBY LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WL £175,000 22/07/2025 Detached
4 NICKLEBY LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WL £275,495 20/06/2025 Detached
6 NICKLEBY LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WL £246,995 13/06/2025 Detached
70 WALTER SCOTT AVENUE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2RY £234,645 23/05/2025 Detached
48 WALTER SCOTT AVENUE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2RY £229,995 16/05/2025 Detached
72 WALTER SCOTT AVENUE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2RY £254,856 17/04/2025 Detached
48 NICKLEBY LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WL £229,895 28/03/2025 Detached
46 NICKLEBY LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WL £256,495 21/03/2025 Detached
54 WALTER SCOTT AVENUE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2RY £274,995 14/03/2025 Detached
115 NEWTON LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2RX £168,000 24/01/2025 Detached
3 BROWDIE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WQ £242,245 04/07/2024 Detached
49 WALTER SCOTT AVENUE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2RY £289,745 28/06/2024 Detached
31 NICKLEBY LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WL £265,995 21/06/2024 Detached
34 NICKLEBY LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WL £290,995 14/06/2024 Detached
1 BROWDIE ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WQ £280,245 24/05/2024 Detached
29 NICKLEBY LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WL £262,196 10/05/2024 Detached
34 TURNERS VIEW, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WJ £313,495 19/04/2024 Detached
33 TURNERS VIEW, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WJ £323,955 26/03/2024 Detached
Same street 8 LINKINWATER LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WP £265,995 24/11/2023 Detached
Same street 9 LINKINWATER LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WP £292,795 04/04/2023 Detached
Same street 20 LINKINWATER LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WP £169,995 31/12/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 19 LINKINWATER LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WP £156,750 21/12/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 25 LINKINWATER LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WP £249,995 20/12/2022 Detached
Same street 32 LINKINWATER LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WP £195,095 16/12/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 30 LINKINWATER LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WP £237,195 16/12/2022 Detached
Same street 21 LINKINWATER LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WP £248,495 16/12/2022 Detached
Same street 26 LINKINWATER LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WP £166,995 16/12/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 33 LINKINWATER LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WP £277,995 09/12/2022 Detached
Same street 27 LINKINWATER LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WP £166,995 25/11/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 28 LINKINWATER LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WP £158,645 25/11/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 29 LINKINWATER LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WP £166,995 25/11/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 1 LINKINWATER LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WP £274,995 25/03/2022 Detached
Same street 5 LINKINWATER LANE, DARLINGTON, DL2 2WP £204,995 16/12/2021 Detached

Street average: £215,595 (15 sales)

Area average: £255,162 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -14.2%
10y growth -9.3%

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

1y (index) 3.6%
5y (index) 22%
10y (index) 34.5%

Rental Range

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

Low £604/mo
Realistic £671/mo
Optimistic £738/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Darlington.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Darlington: £693/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Unknown 0.1 miles
Shop Unknown 0.2 miles
Shop Bargain Booze Select Convenience 0.4 miles
Train station North Road 1.9 miles
Train station Darlington 2.6 miles
Hospital Middleton St.George Hospital 6.9 miles
Hospital Butterwick Hospice 10.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 44
Anti-social behaviour 30
Criminal damage and arson 16
Other theft 7
Public order 6
Burglary 4
Shoplifting 3
Drugs 2
Vehicle crime 2
Other crime 1
Possession of weapons 1
Robbery 1
Total incidents 117

Within 1 mile during Apr 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
Mount Pleasant Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Good — 15 Nov 2022
Wyvern Academy Secondary 0.3 miles Good — 15 Sep 2023
West Park Academy Primary 0.6 miles Good — 23 Apr 2015
Marchbank Free School Other 0.8 miles Good — 3 Mar 2024
St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Good — 30 Mar 2023

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.23%
Max investor price (0.8%) £83,875
Target investor price (1%) £67,100
  • 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).