Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley are neighbouring areas in County Durham, situated west of Consett and close to the Derwent Valley. The landscape is characterised by rolling countryside, with farmland and woodland dominating the surroundings. The River Derwent flows nearby, adding to the rural charm. The area is known for its quiet, residential feel, with a mix of older stone-built homes and more modern developments.
Hamsterley is home to Hamsterley Forest, a popular destination for walking, cycling, and outdoor activities. Medomsley has a strong community presence, with local amenities including a primary school and village hall. Benfieldside lies closer to Consett, offering easy access to larger town facilities while maintaining a semi-rural atmosphere. The area benefits from good transport links, with the A694 providing connections to Newcastle and Durham.
On average Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 42 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley is £44,300 per year. There are 5 schools in Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 127 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley area, with individual transactions ranging from £30,000 up to £930,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 49 | £337,000 |
| Flats | 1 | £265,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 33 | £175,000 |
| Terraced | 44 | £149,750 |
10 years price trend in Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH88RB
Cutler's Avenue
NE177QX
Cut Throat Lane
DH80PL
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH80RQ
Benfieldside Road
DH80SP
Mill Lane
DH80TF
Vindomora Road
DH80UF
Goodwood Close
DH86QA
Fines Road
NE177PA
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH80LG
Ashby Crescent
DH80LY
Murray Court
DH80NW
Church Bank
DH86RG
North Magdalene
DH88RE
Cutlers' Hall Road
NE177QY
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
NE177SL
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH80EJ
West Law Road
DH80EQ
Snow's Green Road
DH80NX
Ascot Road
DH80NY
Farriers Way
DH80PE
Hadrians Way
DH80TH
Caturani Way
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North View
DH80AX
Cutler's Avenue
DH80HZ
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH80PT
Garden Crescent
DH80QF
Spring Close
DH80QJ
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH80QP
Chesters Dene
DH80QY
The Briary
DH80RY
Broadwood View
DH80SA
Benfieldside Road
DH80SH
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH86PA
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH86QX
Fairview Drive
DH86QY
Fairview Drive
DH88RH
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
NE177PB
Derwent Cote
NE177SP
Coltpark Woods
DH80AJ
King's Road
DH80ET
Summerdale
DH80HU
Burnmill Bank
DH80JF
Green Street
DH80LJ
Western Hill
DH80LX
Ashby Lane
DH80RT
Benfieldside Road
DH80SG
Benfieldside Road
DH80SY
West Law Road
DH86RJ
South Magdalene
DH86SP
Hunters Close
NE177SG
Derwent Cote
DH80DZ
Rosedale Avenue
DH80EY
The Terrace
DH80HH
Burnmill Bank
DH80LP
Surtees Place
DH80NE
Farriers Way
DH80PB
Spring Close
DH80RE
Briary Gardens
DH86PS
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH86QN
Hunters Close
DH86SB
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH88RG
Cutlers' Hall Road
DH88RT
Durham Road
NE177HF
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
NE391HQ
Long Close Road
DH80AF
Ebchester Hill
DH80AH
King's Road
DH80BX
Oakwood Gardens
DH80EH
Snow's Green Road
DH80PD
Foss Way
DH80PQ
Chare Bank
DH80SB
Newstead Rise
DH80TW
Barnsley Way
DH80TZ
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH86RA
Derwent View
DH86TP
Manor Road
DH86TZ
Handley Cross
NE177PU
Vindomora Road
NE177PW
Vindomora Road
NE177QA
Vindomora Road
NE177RS
Forge Lane
DH80BW
Oakwood Gardens
DH80DW
The Mount
DH80ER
Snow's Green Road
DH80NG
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH80SN
Benfieldside Road
DH80UB
Kempton Close
DH80UD
Chepstow Close
DH86PL
West Lane
DH86PZ
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH86QB
Highsteads
DH88RS
Durham Road
DH86PT
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH86SD
Elm Park Road
DH80DE
Woodland Court
DH80DX
The Mount
DH80JG
Snow's Green Road
DH80JY
Newlands
DH80NB
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
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Barnsley Way
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.