Our Data Sources
17, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle has a single entry in the Land Registry from December 2023 and a single entry in the EPC database dated December 2023.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 4 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 17, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle would be worth £491,492, with a potential rental value of £1,898 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £435,322, with a rental value of £1,681 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Energy Efficiency
17, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 05 Dec 2023.
The property is connected to mains gas and has high performance glazing. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
17, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle last changed hands on 21st December 2023, selling for £528,995. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
That is its only recorded sale since 1995.
The market for similar properties has dropped by 20.8% since December 2023.
- Sold Dec 2023£528,995
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 23 sales of comparable properties within 1.2 kilometres of 17, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle since 2013.
Most recently, 54, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FL, a freehold house, sold at £499,995 on the 6th June 2025.
Read more about house prices in DL12.
- Sold Jun 2025£499,995 | 4 Bed House54, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FL54, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FL
- Sold Mar 2025£531,995 | 5 Bed House52, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FL52, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FL
- Sold Jan 2025£295,000 | 4 Bed House5, Montalbo Road, Barnard Castle, DL12 8BP5, Montalbo Road, Barnard Castle, DL12 8BP
- Sold Jan 2025£559,995 | 5 Bed House66, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FL66, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FL
- Sold Dec 2024£464,995 | 4 Bed House24, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FJ24, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FJ
Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £354,539, ranging from £239,556 to £476,780.
- 16 Merlin Drive
4 Bed House | 14 m | Est. Value: £432,931
- 15 Merlin Drive
4 Bed House | 26 m | Est. Value: £399,184
- 10 Hollinside
4 Bed House | 27 m | Est. Value: £476,780
- 7 Merlin Drive
2 Bed House | 32 m | Est. Value: £245,146
- 6 Merlin Drive
2 Bed House | 33 m | Est. Value: £245,146
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 17, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle as the 4th largest and the 4th most expensive of the 97 addresses on Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12.
Against the DL12 postcode district average, it is £236k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Green Lane Church of England Primary School600 m away
- Montalbo Nursery & Primary School1.2 km away
- St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Barnard Castle1.4 km away
- Teesdale School and Sixth Form600 m away
- Staindrop Academy6.6 km away
- St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College17.6 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Bishop Auckland|18.8 km away
- Shildon|19.1 km away
- Heighington|21.3 km away
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
