North East · England
Living in Durham
A dramatic Norman cathedral and castle above a wooded river, ringed by County Durham’s hills.
Population around 50,000
What Durham is like
Durham is small, historic and prestigious, dominated by its world-class university. Popular with academics and families, with the wider county offering excellent value.
Education
Durham University is one of the UK’s leading universities.
Durham University
Getting around
On the East Coast Main Line, with fast trains to Newcastle, York and London.
Jobs & economy
Higher education, research, public services and tourism.
The property market
Browse current asking prices for homes in Durham below.
In a nutshell
- UNESCO cathedral and castle
- A top UK university
- On the fast London line
- Great value in the wider county