Rivers Walk

Development Overview

Rivers Walk is a new build homes development by Gleeson Homes, located on Tyne Road East in Stanley, County Durham (DH9 6PZ). This development comprises 181 new homes, offering a range of property types specifically designed to be affordable for local people, first-time buyers, and those looking to downsize. The initial release of properties includes a mix of two, three, and four-bedroom houses, alongside two-bedroom bungalows. Current list prices begin at £184,995 for a three-bedroom house, from £209,995 for a two-bedroom home, and from £269,995 for a four-bedroom house. The current price range for available new build homes is between £184,995 and £277,995, with all properties offered on a Freehold basis.

Property Details

The Rivers Walk site features 181 new properties, with the mix including semi-detached and detached house styles, plus a selection of 18 two-bedroom bungalows. Specific house types, such as the three-bedroom semi-detached 'Glin' and the two-bedroom 'Dinan' bungalow, are currently listed from £184,995 and £209,995 respectively. The developer, Gleeson Homes, focuses on providing energy-efficient, high-quality, low-cost housing, a core ethos aimed at maximising affordability for homeowners. The properties are characterised by modern standards, including open-plan kitchen-diners, front and rear gardens, and dedicated parking space. Each new build home is provided with an eight-year NHBC warranty alongside a two-year Gleeson warranty, offering significant long-term peace of mind. The developer has a strong industry track record, selling 1,772 homes in the last full year (ending June 2024), and achieved a 95.3% customer recommendation score, earning a five-star rating across its regions.

Location and Commuter Benefits

The Stanley location offers strategic access to major North East cities via the nearby A693 and A1(M) motorways, making Rivers Walk an option for commuters. The indicated driving times are 20 minutes to Durham, 30 minutes to Newcastle upon Tyne, and 35 minutes to Sunderland. For rail travel, nearby hubs include Chester-le-Street, located approximately 4.8 miles away. Local amenities are well-established: the development is 1.2 miles from Stanley Burnside Primary School and 1.5 miles from North Durham Academy. For leisure, Beamish Museum is 3.5 miles away and the Metrocentre, a significant regional shopping centre with a wide range of retailers and dining options, is approximately 10 miles away. The local Louisa Centre provides a variety of community activities and classes. The developer has also committed to issuing funds for local infrastructure improvements, including increased GP surgery capacity and footpath improvements.

Practical Information and Sales Status

The first new build homes at Rivers Walk have been released for sale. Viewings and sales enquiries are currently being managed from the developer's Lyons Edge development in South Hetton, DH6 2UU, which operates a sales centre and show homes between Thursday and Monday, 10 am–5 pm. A dedicated Sales Centre for Rivers Walk is scheduled to open from October 31st to November 2nd, with specific show homes to follow. Interested parties are advised to contact the developer for specific plot releases, detailed house specifications, and current availability, particularly regarding the 18 allocated affordable homes, which comprise 10% of the overall development.