House Prices in DH8 9RL

Consett 65 properties Avg. price: £116,271
65
Properties
£116K
Average Price
£59K
Lowest Sale
£302K
Highest Sale

Market overview

# DH8 9RL Area Summary

The DH8 9RL postcode covers part of Consett in County Durham, a former steel town that has successfully reinvented itself since the closure of its steelworks in 1980. This area represents excellent value for money in the North East property market, with an average property price of £116,271 based on 65 properties – significantly below the national average and offering accessible homeownership opportunities for first-time buyers, young families, and investors seeking rental yields.

The property market here is characterised by predominantly traditional terraced housing and semi-detached properties, typical of former industrial communities in the region. These modest price points reflect both the area's industrial heritage and its distance from major employment centres like Newcastle upon Tyne, whilst still offering good transport links via the A691 and A692. Consett has benefited from regeneration efforts over recent decades, with the former steelworks site transformed into retail and business parks, providing local employment opportunities and supporting the residential market.

This postcode area appeals particularly to budget-conscious buyers seeking affordable family homes with good local amenities, including schools, shops, and green spaces such as the nearby Derwent Walk Country Park. The low entry price point makes DH8 9RL an attractive proposition for those priced out of more expensive North East locations whilst still wanting access to community facilities and the scenic Durham countryside.

AI-generated market summary · Updated 28 Aug 2026

Price Trends

Properties in DH8 9RL

65 total
41, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £302,000 13 Dec 2024 8, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Semi-Detached E £160,000 18 Nov 2024 1, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached £245,000 17 Apr 2015 4, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached £178,000 11 Aug 2014 33, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £227,500 24 Jan 2014 9, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Semi-Detached D £125,000 28 Mar 2013 24, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £168,000 21 Dec 2012 26, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Semi-Detached D £136,000 21 Dec 2012 35, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £172,500 29 Oct 2012 45, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached C £202,000 1 Jul 2011 68, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Semi-Detached £130,000 26 May 2011 14, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £192,000 21 Apr 2011 20, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £186,000 17 Dec 2010 63, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached C £162,000 28 May 2010 46, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £205,000 15 Jan 2010 47, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached C £320,000 29 Jul 2009 29, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £249,950 22 Jan 2008 64, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached E £168,000 5 Oct 2007 67, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Semi-Detached £141,000 20 Aug 2007 16, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached C £202,000 25 Oct 2006 31, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached £174,000 14 Jul 2006 62, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached £179,950 24 May 2006 19, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £214,000 30 Sep 2005 44, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £235,000 1 Jun 2005 30, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached E £207,500 1 Apr 2005 34, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached £164,000 6 Apr 2004 10, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached E £159,950 6 Apr 2004 21, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £180,000 25 Mar 2004 66, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached £155,000 23 Jan 2004 51, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £180,000 12 Dec 2003 60, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £120,000 11 Apr 2003 69, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached £85,950 19 Dec 2002 65, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £86,950 15 Nov 2002 52, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached E £119,950 22 Mar 2002 49, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £106,950 25 Feb 2002 48, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £144,950 14 Dec 2001 50, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £121,950 14 Dec 2001 18, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached £147,000 7 Sep 2001 25, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Semi-Detached £67,000 8 Dec 2000 43, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £100,950 1 Dec 2000 42, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £115,250 1 Dec 2000 36, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached C £93,250 30 Nov 2000 37, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £115,250 10 Nov 2000 40, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £129,000 27 Oct 2000 59, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached £92,250 20 Oct 2000 38, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached £81,000 29 Sep 2000 61, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £76,950 7 Sep 2000 39, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached D £88,000 28 Jul 2000 23, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached C £87,800 30 Jun 2000 58, Castle Hills, Castleside, Consett, DH8 9RL Detached £114,500 26 Apr 2000

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average house price in DH8 9RL?

The average house price in DH8 9RL, Consett is £116,271. Prices range from £59,000 to £302,000.

How many properties are in DH8 9RL?

There are 65 properties in DH8 9RL, Consett.

What types of properties are in DH8 9RL?

DH8 9RL contains 59 detached properties, 6 semi-detached properties.

How have house prices changed in DH8 9RL?

Average house prices in DH8 9RL have risen by 183.4% from £81,521 in 1998 to £231,000 in 2024.

Where is DH8 9RL located?

DH8 9RL is located in Consett, Durham, England.