Our Data Sources
86, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle has a single entry in the Land Registry from August 2023 and a single entry in the EPC database dated July 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
Decorative condition can have a big effect on a property's value and this effect varies depending on the type, size and location of the property.
If 86, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle is in very good condition we estimate a sale value of £420,250 and a rental value of £1,502 per month.
However, if the property needs a lot of cosmetic work we estimate a sale value of £372,221 and a rental value of £1,330 per month.
Energy Efficiency
86, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 19 Jul 2023.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has high performance glazing. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
According to HM Land Registry, 86, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle was last sold on 14th August 2023 for £394,995 and was recorded as a freehold house.
The property has only had this single sale since 1995.
Since August 2023, the market for similar properties has dropped by 16.9%.
- Sold Aug 2023£394,995
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
According to the Land Registry and our network of Estate Agents, there have been 106 sales of properties similar to 86, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle within a radius of 1.3 kilometres since 2023.
The most recent example is 28, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FJ, a freehold house which sold for £403,745 on the 27th June 2025.
Read more about house prices in DL12.
- Sold Jun 2025£403,745 | 4 Bed House28, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FJ28, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FJ
- Sold Jun 2025£437,495 | 4 Bed House94, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FL94, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FL
- Sold May 2025£405,645 | 4 Bed House20, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FJ20, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FJ
- Sold Mar 2025£412,995 | 4 Bed House67, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FL67, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FL
- Sold Sep 2024£399,995 | 4 Bed House60, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FL60, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 8FL
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 £360,925, ranging from £303,052 to £418,919.
- 87 Merlin Drive
4 Bed House | 12 m | Est. Value: £375,124
- 88 Merlin Drive
4 Bed House | 23 m | Est. Value: £400,238
- 85 Merlin Drive
4 Bed House | 30 m | Est. Value: £418,492
- 98 Merlin Drive
4 Bed House | 30 m | Est. Value: £418,919
- 97 Merlin Drive
4 Bed House | 32 m | Est. Value: £375,506
Location Comparison
Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle, DL12 has a total of 97 addresses. According to our analysis of all the public data, 86, Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle is the 25th largest and the 30th most expensive property on the street.
When compared to the postcode district it is £168k more expensive than the average property in DL12.
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Schools Nearby
- Green Lane Church of England Primary School700 m away
- Montalbo Nursery & Primary School1.3 km away
- St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Barnard Castle1.4 km away
- Teesdale School and Sixth Form700 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|18.7 km away
- Shildon|19.1 km away
- Heighington|21.3 km away
Risk of Flooding
According to data from the Environment Agency, the flood risk in this area is considered to be Very Low.
