In all market conditions, Durham City has proved resilient and Neville’s Cross is one of the most attractive areas. Aranda Garrard finds out more. ONLY two miles from a superb transport network and excellent modern shopping and leisure facilities, Neville’s Cross is perfect for city professionals who want the City of Durham on their doorstep.
There are many different styles of housing, including new three and four-bedroom townhouses for sale in local designs in Neville’s Cross, sympathetic to the surrounding Durham architecture. Durham itself is steeped in architectural heritage and its new buildings co-exist comfortably with a Victorian market and the monthly farmers’ market. The attractive cathedral and castle are designated as World Heritage Sites and the River Wear, with its stunning views, is a very popular place for riverside walks and watching the annual regatta. On the main East Coast London to Edinburgh railway line, Durham enjoys excellent connections with York, Darlington and Newcastle. The city has easy access to the A1 and the A167, with its links to the A66. The average price of a two-bedroom property in Neville’s Cross is £118,482, significantly less than the national average of £187,894. DH1 covers the historic centre of Durham and stretches for approximately three miles around the city. Because of its location building space is at a premium, and therefore new development is scarce. It also means, however, that it benefits from easy access to the hospital, train station and public transport links about the city. Many people will associate Neville’s Cross with victory over the Scots – long commemorated in Durham City folklore. Good places to eat and drink include The Stonebridge Inn, on the A690, at Neville’s Cross which serves excellent food, The Duke of Wellington which is on the A167 about half a mile from Neville’s Cross heading towards Darlington, and Michelangelo’s. Other places worth a visit include the Botanic Garden at Durham, Durham Climbing Centre on St John’s Road, Durham, Finchale Priory, Brancepeth Castle and for sport, Durham City Golf Club is only two miles away from Neville’s Cross. For more formal dining, Ramside Hall and Golf Club is a good choice. Keith Johnson of JW Wood estate agents in Durham, said: “Neville’s Cross is on the edge of Durham, traditionally at the major North South East West crossroads. “It is famous for the Battle of Neville’s Cross, which took place on the 17th of October, 1346 when the Scots were defeated by the English in one of the most important battles. Today, Neville’s Cross is somewhat quieter, considered as one of the safest places to live, with crime figures well below the national average. There is an excellent range of houses to suit all types and pockets, but overall the population is made up of affluent professional people, who are attracted to the area by the wide range of properties and its excellent facilities. “One of the major pulls to Neville’s Cross are the excellent schools, both at primary and secondary level being within the catchment area of the Johnson School, considered by many to be one of the best schools in the area and, for private education, Durham High School and Durham School are within a few minutes drive. “If you are looking for an attractive semi within a reasonable price range look no further than 15 Hastings Avenue, a traditional three-bedroom semi at offers in the region of £210,000 or a cheaper semi in Lowes Barn Bank at just under £160,000. There are lots of opportunities now to buy modern flats. “There is also a range of high-quality up-market homes with detached homes in the Downs, built around five years ago, ranging from £350,000 to the £400,000s to a small development of superb quality houses in Copeland Court where number 8 is available, offering five bedrooms, two bathrooms and three reception rooms and a garden at an asking price of £589,000. “There are a good choice of eateries including Bistro 21. “Neville’s Cross is one of the most attractive areas within the city. The Scots are still in Neville’s Cross, but now living quietly with their neighbours.” | 
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