Barnard Castle is a historic market town in County Durham, known for its namesake 12th-century castle overlooking the River Tees. The town features cobbled streets, Georgian architecture, and independent shops. The Bowes Museum, a French-style château, houses an extensive art collection. The area is a gateway to the North Pennines, offering scenic walks along the Tees and access to the Pennine Way.
Upper Teesdale, part of the North Pennines AONB, is characterised by its rugged moorland, waterfalls like High Force and Cauldron Snout, and rare flora. The River Tees winds through the valley, creating dramatic gorges. The area is popular for hiking, with trails leading to landmarks such as Cow Green Reservoir and Mickle Fell. Its sparse population and remote feel make it a haven for wildlife and outdoor enthusiasts.
On average Barnard Castle & Upper Teesdale has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Barnard Castle & Upper Teesdale is £40,428 per year. There are 8 schools in Barnard Castle & Upper Teesdale: 6 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 157 recent sales, the median property price is £245,000 in Barnard Castle & Upper Teesdale area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £1,050,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 61 | £350,000 |
| Flats | 5 | £105,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 39 | £225,000 |
| Terraced | 52 | £195,000 |
10 years price trend in Barnard Castle & Upper Teesdale
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Back Lane
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Stang Lane
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Greengates Lane
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Low Side
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Barnard Castle & Upper Teesdale
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Stony Path
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Woodside
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Wellington Road
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Woodside
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Fairfield Road
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Newgate
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Barnard Castle & Upper Teesdale
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Parsons Lonnen
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Mount Eff Lane
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Boldron Lane
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Flatts Road
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Flaxfield
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Leadpipe Lane
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Folly Bank
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The Street
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Low Side
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Cobbler Gate Lane
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Burn Bank Court
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Gas Lane
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Baliol Street
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Station Terrace
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Cleveland Road
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Beaconsfield Court
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Green Lane
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Old School Close
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Darlington Road
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Dent Gate Lane
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The Street
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The Lendings
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Bowes Road
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Lartington Lane
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Bail Hill Road
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Spout Bank
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Bail Hill Road
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Station Terrace
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West Pasture Road
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Croft Lane
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Hude
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Hude
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Flatts Road
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Farmers Way
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Montgomery Road
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Galgate
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Harmire Road
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Victoria Road
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Hall Street
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Dawson Road
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Crook Lane
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Dent Gate Lane
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Dent Gate Lane
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Moor Lane
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Fairfield Road
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Gill Lane
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Brignall Lane
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Cowclose Lane
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Green Lane
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Rutherford Lane
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Back Lane
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Folly Bank
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Bail Hill Road
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Mill Lane
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Chapel Row
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Vere Road
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Cecil Road
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Queen Street
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Bartlemere
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Mount Eff Lane
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Abbey Lane
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Briscoe Lane
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Spout Bank
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.