areas within Northumberland
| Alnwick | Berwick-upon-Tweed | Hexham | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Ashington | Haltwhistle | Morpeth |
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Dramatic coastal seascapes, picturesque towns and villages and sublime city living - Northumberland has much to offer.
Living in Northumberland
Northumberland has something for everyone, whether you're looking for a busy market town environment or a more relaxing and rural take on life. You will find some of the UK's most beautiful coastline and countryside in Northumberland, and the transport, shopping and leisure facilities in the area are second to none.
Quality of life surveys show that the region has a great deal to offer with excellent employment, housing, education and leisure opportunities.
It won't surprise those people already living in the region that Alnwick is considered to offer the best quality of life in the whole of the UK, according to a recent survey conducted by a leading magazine. Alnwick is just one of many towns in Northumberland to offer quality affordable housing, real community spirit and excellent amenities.
The region provides everything from starter homes, cottages and flats at some of the best prices in the UK, to million-pound properties including penthouse apartments, large detached homes, small-holdings and converted stately homes.
If you prefer city living then Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead are within easy commuting distance.
From the Haymarket in the north to the Quayside in the south, Newcastle's city centre has been transformed. Venerable old properties have been restored, whilst many eyesores have been removed to make way for innovative new buildings.
Imaginative property conversions have turned crumbling Victorian factories and 1960s office blocks into fabulous modern apartments, whilst the rejuvenated 'Grainger Town' has regained its rightful reputation as a jewel of Georgian architecture.
Transport
By road, Northumberland is accessible from Scotland and the south via the A1 London to Edinburgh highway running the length of the county.
Newcastle Airport can be reached in less than one hour from most destinations in Northumberland and is easily accessible. The airport handles flights from the UK and a wide range of European destinations.
Northumberland is about three and a half hours from London King's Cross station. Services to and within Northumberland are operated by National Express East Coast, Cross Country Trains and Northern Rail.
For further details visit www.nationalrail.co.uk, www.nationalexpresseastcoast.co.uk, www.northernrail.co.uk, www.newcastleairport.com.
History and culture
Northumberland's cultural heritage has been shaped by Roman occupation and tribal conflicts; by roving holy men and gritty pioneers. It features names such as the Emperor Hadrian, King Arthur, St Cuthbert and St Bede.
Hadrian's Wall is one of Northumberland's true icons and England's largest World Heritage Site, and is popular with walkers and cyclists. Picturesque towns and villages such as Hexham and Haltwhistle are scattered throughout the countryside surrounding the wall.
For further information visit www.visitnorthumberland.com, www.northumberland.gov.uk, www.newcastle.gov.uk.
view the 10 most recently added properties for sale in Northumberland
2 bedrooms house in Sandringham Drive, Blyth,Northumberland - Asking price of £114,950
A recently-built mid-link house in a quiet position on this sought-after estate on the edge of Blyth/South Beach, well served by good road links. With offstreet parking to the front, and...... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Buteland, Bellingham,Northumberland - Asking price of £595,000
A fabulously presented, detached stone house with two reception rooms and four bedrooms (two en-suite), set within 8 acres of gardens, pasture and woodland.Wood Cottage is a deceptively spacious...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Tower Side, Whittingham, Alnwick,Northumberland - Asking price of £99,950
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3 bedrooms house in Wentworth Park, Allendale,Northumberland - Asking price of £185,000
A three bedroom detached bungalow in Allendale with front and rear garden, driveway parking and a garage.... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Fairfield Avenue, South Beach Estate,Northumberland - Offers in excess of £155,000
Keith Pattinson have pleasure in bringing to the market this extended three bedroom semi detached house situated on this most popular estate of South Beach in Blyth on Fairfield Avenue. Being...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Crossgate Cottages, Hexham,Northumberland - Asking price of £179,950
A charming and deceptively spacious three bedroom cottage in Fourstones, enjoying stunning outlook as well as a generous garden area and garage... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Westerkirk, Southfield Lea, Cramlington, Northumberland - Asking price of £159,950
We consider it a privilege to offer to the market the aforementioned property occupying a well proportioned corner site within this mature and extremely popular residential area approximately 1.75...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Wolmer Road, Blyth Ne24 - Asking price of £117,950
We are delighted to offer for sale this well presented semi detached house on Wolmer Road. The property briefly comprises of entrance hall, ground floor w.c/cloaks, lounge, breakfasting kitchen...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Old School Close, Red Row,Northumberland - Asking price of £130,000
A spacious modern semi-detached house (recently built) in a quiet private development near the village centre and well placed for good road links, Amble and the Coast. With ground floor cloaks/WC...... view full details
