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The latest property news for first-time buyers, seasoned investors, landlords and renters and everyone in between.
Renting
Viewing a Property to Rent? Our Guide to Finding Your Next Home
Finding a new rental property is exciting. Whether you're moving into your first home, looking for somewhere with a little more space or simply ready for a change of scenery, viewing a property is your chance to decide whether it really feels like the right place for you.
Market updates
Good News for Homeowners: Property Values Have Risen by 15% Over the Past Five Years
There’s some encouraging news for homeowners across the UK, and particularly those in the North of England. New analysis from Zoopla shows that the average UK property has increased in value by 15.3% over the past five years, adding an average of around £36,100 to the value of a home.
Selling
You Have 30 Seconds to Impress a Buyer – Is Your Home Ready?
A buyer can form an opinion of your home almost before they've taken their coat off. From the moment they arrive at the front door, they're taking in the smell, light, space, cleanliness and overall feel of the property – often without even realising it.
JW Wood news
JWW Consett. 500 Google Reviews and a 4.9-Star Rating.
Our Consett branch has just passed 500 Google reviews, with a rating of 4.9 out of 5. That makes JW Wood the most-reviewed estate agent in Consett, and one of the highest-rated in the whole of County Durham.
Selling
Selling Your Home This Summer? How to Make the Most of the Season
Summer is often associated with holidays, long evenings and time spent outdoors—but it can also be a great opportunity to put your home on the market.
Landlords
A Landlord’s Guide to Managing Property Repairs and Trusted Tradespeople
Being a landlord involves much more than simply finding a tenant. Keeping your property well maintained, responding quickly to issues and ensuring repairs are carried out by reliable professionals are all essential parts of successful property ownership.
Buying
Need More Space? Here's How to Make Your Next Move a Success
For many homeowners, there comes a time when the home that once felt just right no longer meets their needs.
Buying
What Can Your Budget Buy in County Durham?
When it comes to buying a home, location really does make all the difference.
Market updates
The Property Market Update: Why Local Knowledge Matters More Than Ever
The property market has continued to show signs of resilience, with homeowners and buyers across the UK adapting to changing conditions and moving forward with confidence.
Selling
Make This Summer Count
Summer is here, and with it one of the most active periods the County Durham property market sees all year. Gardens look their best, daylight stretches into the evening, and buyers are motivated.
Market updates
County Durham Property Market Update — Summer 2026
County Durham's property market is moving. If you are thinking about selling, buying, or simply want to know what your home is worth right now, here is what the latest data
Selling
Make Your Garden the Star of the Show This Summer
Summer is the season when gardens truly come into their own. The flowers are blooming, the evenings are longer and outdoor spaces become an extension of our homes — whether that’s enjoying a morning coffee on the patio, hosting a family barbecue or simply relaxing in the sunshine.