House Prices in Chester Le Street, Durham

16,095 properties Avg. price: £128,149 Durham
16,095
Properties
£128K
Average Price
£100K
Median Price
21,256
Total Sales

Market overview

# Chester Le Street Property Market Summary

Chester Le Street, a historic market town in County Durham, presents a notably affordable property market with an overall average price of £128,149 across its substantial housing stock of 16,095 properties. The market has demonstrated considerable volatility in recent years, with average prices fluctuating between £175,024 and £222,779 since 2017. The most significant spike occurred in 2020, when average prices reached £222,779, likely reflecting pandemic-driven demand for space outside major urban centres. Following this peak, the market has shown resilience with prices stabilising in the £180,000-£200,000 range through to 2025.

The area maintains steady transaction volumes, typically recording between 700-1,000 sales annually, suggesting a healthy level of market activity. The particularly high volume in 2024 (1,052 sales) indicates strong buyer interest, though this came alongside a slight price correction to £180,585. Chester Le Street's appeal lies in its combination of affordability relative to nearby Newcastle upon Tyne, good transport links including its mainline railway station, and a mix of period properties and modern developments. The town offers value-conscious buyers an accessible entry point into the North East property market whilst maintaining proximity to employment centres and amenities.

AI-generated market summary · Updated 22 Jun 2026

Price Trends — Chester Le Street

Recent Sales

3, River Terrace, Chester Le Street, DH3 3QN Terraced 9 Jan 2026 £108,000 3, River Terrace, Chester Le Street, DH3 3QN Terraced 9 Jan 2026 £108,000 81 - 85, Front Street, Chester Le Street, DH3 3AJ Other 22 Dec 2025 £170,000 81 - 85, Front Street, Chester Le Street, DH3 3AJ Other 22 Dec 2025 £170,000 23, Gibside, Chester Le Street, DH2 2TS Terraced 15 Dec 2025 £138,000 23, Gibside, Chester Le Street, DH2 2TS Terraced 15 Dec 2025 £138,000 4, Pendragon, Great Lumley, Chester Le Street, DH3 4NA Semi-Detached 12 Dec 2025 £210,000 1, Dene Cottages, Waldridge, Chester Le Street, DH2 3RZ Semi-Detached 12 Dec 2025 £154,000 4, Pendragon, Great Lumley, Chester Le Street, DH3 4NA Semi-Detached 12 Dec 2025 £210,000 1, Dene Cottages, Waldridge, Chester Le Street, DH2 3RZ Semi-Detached 12 Dec 2025 £154,000 14, Talbot Terrace, Birtley, Chester Le Street, DH3 2PQ Other 10 Dec 2025 £550,000 14, Talbot Terrace, Birtley, Chester Le Street, DH3 2PQ Other 10 Dec 2025 £550,000 31, Ravensworth Road, Birtley, Chester Le Street, DH3 1EN Flat / Maisonette 9 Dec 2025 £65,000 31, Ravensworth Road, Birtley, Chester Le Street, DH3 1EN Flat / Maisonette 9 Dec 2025 £65,000 166, Auckland, Chester Le Street, DH2 2UA Semi-Detached 8 Dec 2025 £235,000 166, Auckland, Chester Le Street, DH2 2UA Semi-Detached 8 Dec 2025 £235,000 14, Holyoake Street, Pelton, Chester Le Street, DH2 1NU Terraced 5 Dec 2025 £65,000 17, Hawkhill Close, Chester Le Street, DH2 3TU Detached 5 Dec 2025 £320,000 14, Holyoake Street, Pelton, Chester Le Street, DH2 1NU Terraced 5 Dec 2025 £65,000 17, Hawkhill Close, Chester Le Street, DH2 3TU Detached 5 Dec 2025 £320,000

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average house price in Chester Le Street?

The average house price in Chester Le Street, Durham is £128,149. Prices range from £450 to £8,250,000.

How many properties are in Chester Le Street?

There are 16,095 properties in Chester Le Street with 21,256 recorded transactions since 1995.

What is the median house price in Chester Le Street?

The median house price in Chester Le Street is £100,000, compared to an average of £128,149.

What types of properties are available in Chester Le Street?

Chester Le Street has 5,433 terraced properties, 5,395 semi-detached properties, 4,054 detached properties, 954 flat / maisonette properties.

How have house prices changed in Chester Le Street?

Average house prices in Chester Le Street have risen by 86.1% from £58,043 in 1995 to £108,000 in 2026.

What are the most popular streets in Chester Le Street?

The most popular streets in Chester Le Street by number of properties include Highfield Rise, Sandringham Way, Brackenbeds Close, Thorntons Close, Wanstead Crescent.

Where is Chester Le Street located?

Chester Le Street is located in Durham, in the Chester-Le-Street district.