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3.5

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Bishops Park, nestled in the vibrant market town of Bishop Auckland in the Vale of Durham, offers a collection of 3 and 4-bedroom homes perfect for families, professionals, and first-time buyers alike. This development combines modern living with the charm of a historic town, known for its stunning views over the River Wear and rich cultural heritage. Residents can explore Auckland Castle, indulge in shopping at Bishop Auckland Retail Park, and enjoy the convenience of nearby schools rated Good and Outstanding by Ofsted. With Durham just an 18-minute drive away and Newcastle reachable in around 42 minutes, Bishops Park provides both serenity and accessibility for commuters.

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Bishop Auckland, a thriving market town in the Vale of Durham, stands high above the River Wear and enjoys stunning views of the surrounding countryside. It is home to many historical attractions, while offering a vibrant shopping scene. Auckland Castle tells stories of the towns fascinating past as well as offering highly scenic walks. Shoppers can enjoy the Bishop Auckland Retail Park and the towns household name stores, while parents will be pleased to find schools rated Good and Outstanding by Ofsted nearby. For travel and commuting, Durham is only an 18 minute drive away, while Newcastle is around 42 minutes by car.

Those with children will have a choice of Ofsted rated schools, while commuters will appreciate the A1(M) and Bishop Auckland train station being within easy reach of home.

And for anyone who loves history, Auckland Castle and its park - believed to be 1,500 years old - are close by. With all this, plus plenty of green open space nearby, a new home at Bishops Park could be for you.

WhatHouse? Location Ratings

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Health and Wellbeing

3.9

Since the outbreak of Covid in 2020, the health and quality of life for ourselves and our families has become more of a priority than ever, and one of the fundamental considerations in choosing where we live. There are a host of ingredients in measuring this, and we calculate our Health & Wellbeing rating using many factors.

Transport Links

4.3

Being within easy reach of people and places for work or leisure is a top consideration when choosing your brand new home. Can you commute easily by private or public transport, and are there routes to close by for the places you’ll want to go to? Would it be safe to leave the car at home and cycle somewhere instead? Are there convenient EV charging points in the local area?

Mobile Connectivity

3.4

In our digital world, it’s ever more important to ensure the range and quality of services for phones and other devices can handle daily demands. We calculate our mobile connectivity rating to include the strength and reliability of mobile signals and broadband speeds.

Finance

2.0

Finances are the fundamental thing on which our choice of new home is based, but aside from what you can afford to borrow and the price cap you must consider, there’s the ongoing running costs to consider too, and what may happen to the value of your home before you sell it in the future.

Education and Amenities

4.0

Education and Amenities covers things which are vital to everyday life, whether it’s somewhere to buy groceries and other essentials, a place to enjoy leisure time and for families, an area with schooling which is easy to get to from home

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Last Reviewed: 07-04-2025

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Linden Homes Whathouse? Awards *

2016 - SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR - Silver award
2015 - SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR - Silver award
2013 - BEST SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Gold award
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Auckland Park, County Durham DL14

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