Our Data Sources
Gorse Cottage, Barnard Castle has a single entry in the Land Registry from November 2019 and a single entry in the EPC database dated July 2019.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 1 out of 5 and is considered of low accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate Gorse Cottage, Barnard Castle would be worth £402,684, with a potential rental value of £1,405 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £356,663, with a rental value of £1,244 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
Gorse Cottage, Barnard Castle occupies a 1,467 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 24 other houses in this postcode, 14 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 4th largest.
Energy Efficiency
Gorse Cottage, Barnard Castle has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 29 Jul 2019.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Air source heat pump, warm air, electric.
Sold Prices
Gorse Cottage, Barnard Castle last changed hands on 27th November 2019, selling for £295,000. 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 risen by 1.2% since November 2019.
- Sold Nov 2019£295,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 50 sales of comparable properties within 8.5 kilometres of Gorse Cottage, Barnard Castle across the last 2 years.
Most recently, The Sycamore, Church Bank, Barnard Castle, DL12 0AH, a freehold house, sold at £360,000 on the 27th March 2025.
Read more about house prices in DL12.
- Sold Mar 2025£360,000 | 4 Bed HouseThe Sycamore, Church Bank, Barnard Castle, DL12 0AHThe Sycamore, Church Bank, Barnard Castle, DL12 0AH
- Sold Jul 2023£325,000 | 4 Bed HouseBraeside, Blackton, Barnard Castle, DL12 0AYBraeside, Blackton, Barnard Castle, DL12 0AY
- Sold May 2021£280,000 | 4 Bed HouseGlenholme, Hill Top, Barnard Castle, DL12 0AUGlenholme, Hill Top, Barnard Castle, DL12 0AU
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks Gorse Cottage, Barnard Castle as the 13th largest and the 13th most expensive of the 24 addresses on Hill Top, Eggleston, Barnard Castle, DL12.
Against the DL12 postcode district average, it is £151k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy4.5 km away
- Cotherstone Primary School5.2 km away
- Woodland Primary School8.0 km away
- Teesdale School and Sixth Form9.5 km away
- Staindrop Academy13.3 km away
- Wolsingham School14.7 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Bishop Auckland|21.8 km away
- Shildon|23.9 km away
- Newton Aycliffe|27.0 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
