# Crook Property Market Summary
Crook represents an exceptionally affordable entry point into the UK property market, with an average property price of £98,654 across 6,379 properties. This County Durham town has experienced notable volatility in recent years, with prices peaking dramatically at £163,133 in 2021 during the pandemic-driven housing boom before moderating significantly to £110,542 in 2023. The market has since shown signs of recovery, with average prices rising to £124,782 in 2024 and £127,371 in early 2025, suggesting renewed buyer confidence despite the broader economic uncertainties.
The area's price trajectory reveals an interesting pattern: after a decline from 2016-2018, values recovered strongly during the pandemic years before correcting in 2023. The substantial increase in transaction volumes in 2024 (431 sales compared to 208 in 2023) indicates robust market activity at current price levels. For buyers seeking value in the North East, Crook offers some of the region's most accessible property prices, making it particularly attractive for first-time buyers and investors, though the price fluctuations suggest purchasers should be mindful of market timing when considering this former mining town.
The average house price in Crook, Durham is £98,654. Prices range from £4,500 to £3,699,995.
There are 6,379 properties in Crook with 7,919 recorded transactions since 1995.
The median house price in Crook is £77,500, compared to an average of £98,654.
Crook has 3,012 terraced properties, 1,877 detached properties, 1,289 semi-detached properties, 125 other properties.
Average house prices in Crook have risen by 240.3% from £37,428 in 1995 to £127,371 in 2025.
The most popular streets in Crook by number of properties include High Hope Street, Oakfields, High Street, Armstrong Drive, Hall Lane Estate.
Crook is located in Durham, in the Wear Valley district.