Elm Rise

Development Overview

Elm Rise is a completed new build homes development by Persimmon Homes, situated on Blackfell Way in Birtley, Tyne and Wear, DH3 1FD. The development comprises a selection of 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom houses designed to cater to families and commuters across the Tyne and Wear area. Persimmon Homes holds a 5-star rating from the Home Builders Federation for customer satisfaction, providing a robust track record for prospective buyers considering future phases or similar developments. The homes were originally marketed to offer attractive affordability, with the developer's private average selling price typically 20% below the UK national average for new build properties. The development is now sold out, but the details below characterise the quality and location of the new build community established here. Prices for properties, when initially released, started from approximately £214,995.

Property Details

Elm Rise features a mix of semi-detached and detached house types, including 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom layouts. A representative 4-bedroom detached house style, Plot 4 'The Greenwood', was available for £317,995, featuring a well-proportioned, front-aspect living room and a modern, open-plan kitchen/diner. These family homes included concrete features such as French doors leading directly into the garden from the kitchen/diner area, a separate utility room for laundry and storage, and a layout that includes two bedrooms with en-suite facilities (Bedroom 1 and 2). All properties were completed to a contemporary specification, designed to provide energy efficiency and a high standard of finish.

Location Benefits

The development is positioned to provide exceptional access to major North East commuter centres. Road links place Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Gateshead, Sunderland, and Durham all within a 20-minute drive, facilitated by its proximity to the regional road network. Public transport is served by a bus stop at Blackfell Way, a one-minute walk away, providing access to routes including the 21, 82, TB14, and X12. A regular bus service also runs every 15 minutes between Newcastle and Durham. Nearby train stations include Chester-le-Street and Heworth, located approximately 3.2 and 3.6 miles away respectively.

Local amenities are comprehensive, with Birtley town centre providing a Morrisons supermarket, shops, pubs, and medical facilities. For extensive retail and leisure, The Galleries retail park is a 6-minute drive away, hosting major supermarkets including Asda, Sainsbury's, M&S, and Aldi, while the Metro Centre is accessible within a 15-minute drive. Families benefit from local schools that are rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, including Portobello Primary School, Barley Mow Primary School, Birtley East Primary School, and Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy. For outdoor recreation, the iconic Angel of the North sculpture is less than two miles from the development, with Herrington Country Park offering scenic walking trails.

Practical Information

As of the most recent public updates, the Elm Rise new build homes development is now sold out. For homebuyers interested in the area and a Persimmon Homes property, it is recommended to contact the developer directly for current information on resales or available plots at alternative nearby developments such as Birchwood Manor or Herrington Grange. Viewing appointments and specific house type availability must be confirmed by contacting the developer’s customer hub or sales advisors.