County Durham house prices
County Durham is rising fast, a value area.
Momentum+4.0%Rising fast
Vs typical-51%Below average
Rental yield4.3%Low yield
Real Estate Price Map scores, derived from the data on this page · how we calculate them
1995: £37,639 → 2025: £138,905 (3.7×)
Typical price
£138,905
United Kingdom
Rank in United Kingdom
#340
of 349
Population 2024
538k
Median pay
£33,436
4.2× price-to-income
Median rent
£498/mo
4.3% gross yield
Market read
At £138,905, homes in County Durham are 51% below the typical United Kingdom local authority (£283,271), ranking #340 of 349.
Prices are up 4.0% over the last year.
Price history
Typical price by year.
Top industries · share of jobs
Retail & wholesale13%
Education13%
Health & social work13%
Manufacturing13%
Public admin8%
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in County Durham?
The typical home in County Durham (United Kingdom) is worth £138,905 — 51% below the typical United Kingdom local authority (£283,271).
How have County Durham house prices changed since 1995?
They have risen 3.7×, from £37,639 in 1995 to £138,905 in 2025.
Is County Durham affordable?
With a median pay of £33,436, homes cost about 4.2× income.
What is the rental yield in County Durham?
Median rent is £498/mo, about a 4.3% gross yield.