Herrington Grange

Development Overview

Herrington Grange is a new build development by Persimmon Homes, located on Market Crescent in Houghton le Spring, Tyne and Wear (DH4 7AP). The development offers a selection of two, three, four, and five-bedroom detached and semi-detached homes, specifically targeting families and those seeking connectivity between major North East cities and natural amenity. Prices for the available new build homes range from £194,995 up to approximately £319,995, based on current listings.

Persimmon Homes, the developer, is a national housebuilder with over 45 years of experience and a presence in over 400 locations across the UK. All properties include a 2-year Persimmon warranty and a 10-year insurance-backed new homes warranty.

Property Details

The current phase offers a diverse mix of family-focused housing stock. Examples include 3-bedroom houses from around £194,995, 4-bedroom homes from approximately £279,995, and 5-bedroom houses from about £309,995. Specific house types available have included the 4-bedroom 'Hornsea' and the detached 'Sherwood Corner.'

Standard property specifications typically feature an open-plan kitchen/dining area with French doors opening onto the garden, a separate front-aspect living room, and a master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. Buyers should note the availability of 'Eco Range' homes on this development, which are designed to achieve a 31% reduction in carbon emissions.

Location and Infrastructure

Herrington Grange is situated strategically between the key North East cities of Durham and Sunderland. Road transport benefits from immediate access to the A1 and A19 arteries, which facilitate regional commuting. Driving distances are approximately 5 miles to Sunderland, 9 miles to Durham, and 13 miles to Newcastle. Rail travel is accessible via nearby stations in Chester-le-Street (3.9 miles), Sunderland, and Durham, with Newcastle International Airport located roughly a 30-minute drive away.

Local amenities are comprehensive. A convenience store is available within walking distance. The high street in Houghton-le-Spring is a six-minute drive south, offering supermarkets, banks, and local eateries. The Galleries Shopping Centre in Washington is a seven-minute drive away, while the Metrocentre in Gateshead is reachable in approximately 19 minutes.

Nearby Services and Amenities

The development is adjacent to the expansive Herrington Country Park, which provides walking trails, a play park, and outdoor recreation space. The Penshaw Monument, a National Trust site, is five minutes away by car, and the Durham Heritage Coast can be reached in approximately 20 minutes.

For families, the area benefits from a good selection of primary and secondary schools within walking distance or a short drive to surrounding towns.

Practical Information

Specific house type availability, current pricing, and estimated completion dates are subject to plot release and should be confirmed directly with the developer's sales team. A range of purchasing incentives, including Part Exchange, Deposit Boost, and the Own New Rate Reducer scheme, are advertised as available on selected new build homes, subject to terms and eligibility. For detailed floorplans, site layout, and viewing arrangements, interested parties should contact the Herrington Grange sales office.