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Northumberland DH8 9JA
Prices when homes are released
Built by Story HomesStory Homes has not released homes at Newlands Hurst yet.
Its own page for Newlands Hurst takes registrations of interest, so you hear first when the homes and prices are out.
Register your interest with Story HomesStory Homes sends its brochure for Newlands Hurst on request. Ask for it on Story Homes’ page
Introducing our brand new Signature collection development in Newlands, Northumberland, featuring 4, 5 and 6-bedroom homes.
We are pleased to introduce our collection of new homes in the sought-after location of Newlands, Northumberland. Built to the exceptional standards you’ve come to expect from an aspirational builder such as Story Homes. Our Newlands Hurst development features designer kitchens with bi-fold doors, luxurious bedrooms with dressing area and en-suite bathroom and high-quality fixtures and fittings throughout.
Designed to create a welcoming and well-balanced community, the development is centered around three distinctive character areas – Farm, Village, and Woodland. Each area features carefully considered architectural details that give it a unique identity, while thoughtfully planned landscaping and green spaces ensure the neighbourhood feels connected.
At the heart of the development will be an attractive village green, providing a focal point for the community and a beautiful open space where residents can relax, meet neighbours, and enjoy the outdoors.
Designed for modern living and built to last, our homes offer more than your average new build. Our high specification includes many features to be proud of, such as large, open plan family areas that incorporate a stylish kitchen island, Silestone worktops throughout, AEG appliances, and bi-fold doors leading out to the garden. All bathrooms include Porcelanosa tiles, while energy-efficient features such as underfloor heating, an air source heat pump, photovoltaic panels, and an EV charger help make your home more sustainable and future-ready.
The specification applies to a majority of plots. Please speak to your Sales Executive for further information.
What’s around Newlands Hurst?
Situated in Newlands, Northumberland this exclusive location places you close to beautiful countryside, everyday amenities, and convenient travel connections across the North East.
Nearby Ebchester village offers a welcoming village atmosphere with a strong sense of community. Local amenities include traditional pubs, a village shop, and everyday essentials, while nearby towns such as Consett, Shotley Bridge and Prudhoe provide a wider selection of supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, and restaurants. The area regularly hosts community activities and local events, adding to its friendly and well-connected feel.
Surrounded by countryside, this location is ideal for those who enjoy spending time outdoors. The village sits along the scenic Derwent Valley, with nearby walking and cycling routes including the popular Derwent Walk Country Park. This well-loved trail follows a former railway line and offers peaceful woodland walks, wildlife spotting, and beautiful riverside views.
Our homes in Newlands are well suited to families, with a selection of schools in the surrounding area. Local options include Whittonstall First School, Ebchester Church of England Primary School, Shotley Bridge Primary School and Consett Academy.
The development is well positioned for commuters, with easy access to Consett, Hexham, and Newcastle. For travel further afield, Newcastle International Airport is also easily accessible.
In Story Homes’ words, from its page for Newlands Hurst, read 12 Nov 2026.
Story HomesBuilding homes since 198726 developments and 183 homes for sale, from £126,950Founded in 1987, Story Homes is a new build developer with developments in Cumbria, North West and North East England and Southern Scotland.
Northumberland DH8 9JA
The nearest open schools within 2 km, with their current Ofsted outcome.
Ofsted and Get Information about Schools, via HomePortfolio.
How many of each are within 1.6 km, and the walk to the nearest.
Overture Maps places, via HomePortfolio.
The neighbourhood around it (Northumberland 043F) against Northumberland as a whole.
How far everyday errands, public transport and cycling go from here, and how people here travel to work.
Almost all errands require a car.
What the 9 homes within 150 m record: a new home is usually served by the same networks.
No broadband records for the homes around it.
No mobile records for the homes around it.
Ofcom Connected Nations, via HomePortfolio. Ofcom copyright.
Flooding, radon, ground, noise and air at this spot.
Police-recorded crime in the neighbourhood, December 2025 to September 2026, against Northumberland.
Applications within 500 m in the last 3 years: when each was made and how it went, the larger schemes listed first.
Homes sold within 1 km in the last two years, new build and resale.
No recorded sales within 1 km in the last two years.
HM Land Registry Price Paid with EPC floor areas, via HomePortfolio.
| Age | This neighbourhood | Northumberland |
|---|---|---|
| 0 to 4 | 3% | 4% |
| 5 to 9 | 5% | 5% |
| 10 to 14 | 6% | 5% |
| 15 to 19 | 6% | 5% |
| 20 to 24 | 3% | 4% |
| 25 to 29 | 4% | 5% |
| 30 to 34 | 4% | 5% |
| 35 to 39 | 4% | 5% |
| 40 to 44 | 5% | 5% |
| 45 to 49 | 8% | 6% |
| 50 to 54 | 8% | 7% |
| 55 to 59 | 11% | 8% |
| 60 to 64 | 9% | 8% |
| 65 to 69 | 8% | 7% |
| 70 to 74 | 7% | 7% |
| 75 to 79 | 4% | 5% |
| 80 to 84 | 3% | 3% |
| 85 and over | 1% | 3% |
ONS Census 2021 and ONS pay by council (ASHE), via HomePortfolio.
Walk Score® (walkscore.com), ONS Census 2021 and Overture Maps places, via HomePortfolio.
Environment Agency NaFRA2, BGS and UKHSA radon, BGS GeoSure, Defra noise mapping and Pollution Climate Mapping, via HomePortfolio.
| Month | Crimes here | Per 1,000 here | Per 1,000 across Northumberland |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 2025 | 4 | 3.67 | 6.83 |
| January 2026 | 2 | 1.84 | 2.62 |
| February 2026 | 5 | 4.59 | 4.52 |
| March 2026 | 6 | 5.51 | 6.33 |
| April 2026 | 5 | 4.59 | 7.11 |
| May 2026 | 11 | 10.1 | 7.77 |
| June 2026 | 5 | 4.59 | 6.49 |
| July 2026 | 6 | 5.51 | 7.29 |
| August 2026 | 6 | 5.51 | 7.51 |
| September 2026 | 1 | 0.92 | 7.11 |
data.police.uk, via HomePortfolio. Crimes are mapped to an approximate location.
Local planning authorities’ registers, via HomePortfolio.