3 bed semi-detached house for sale

"The Harper-Life" at Sniperley Park, Durham DH1

Plot 177 (The Harper-Life) - priced at £354,995

Choose a place that feels like home

A new Bellway home's waiting for you. You can almost hear the pitter patter of paws on the new flooring, the music blaring from the not-so-little-one's bedroom, the smell of home-cooked food drifting through from the personalised kitchen. It's time to bring your new Bellway home to life. Selected plots across our developments are offering huge savings* - get in touch with our team to find out more.

*All incentives are valid on selected plots only, while stocks last, subject to availability, and applicable on new reservations only. Cannot be applied in conjunction with any other offers or selling schemes. Reservations must be made on or before 25th May 2026. We reserve the right to withdraw these offers at any time. For full terms and conditions, visit the Bellway website.

About the Home

This home is part of our ‘Life’ collection, which has been created to suit the needs of all types of homebuyers. Speak with our sales advisor to find out more.

The Harper is a stylish 3-bedroom semi-detached home, cleverly designed to make superb use of its interior space and incorporate many sought-after features for modern homes. First-time buyers, couples and young families, as well as downsizers, will all find appeal in The Harper.

Its front-facing living room is cosy and inviting, and is ideal for movie nights, hosting guests, or creating a play space for little ones. Down the hallway and at the rear of the home, the light-filled, open-plan kitchen and dining area has a desirable L-shaped layout with ample room for a dining table to seat the whole family. French doors in the dining area open onto the rear garden, perfect for summer barbecues and making the most of your outdoor space, all year round.

Accessible from the entrance hallway are the cloakroom, and an understairs cupboard, useful for tidying away coats and bulky home appliances, or even storing a pram or pushchair.

On the first floor, bedroom 1 benefits from an en-suite shower room, and an integral storage cupboard to help keep your space well-organised. The second, double-sized bedroom, along with the third bedroom is served by the family bathroom

The ‘Life’ collection is a range of homes created to suit the needs of all types of homebuyers. Boasting inventive design features, such as step-free access, wider halls and doorways, and much more, these homes are built to ensure you have everything you need whatever the future brings.

Additional information

• Estate Management Charge: £300.00
• Total internal floor area: 1010 sq ft
• Annual service charge: None
• Council tax band: Tbc
• Tenure: Freehold
• Predicted EPC rating: B
• Predicted completion window: Autumn 2026

The additional information provided for council tax, service charges and ground rents (where applicable) is only an estimation. Please check with your Sales Advisor for more specific details.

About the Development

This welcoming new development – offering a choice of 2,3,4, and 5‑bedroom homes – sits just a short five‑minute drive from the heart of Durham. DH1 brings together thoughtful craftsmanship, excellent transport links, highly regarded local schools, and its very own on‑site playpark. It’s a place where anyone can truly settle in, grow, and feel at home.

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Why Buy With Bellway?

At Bellway we have always built attractive and desirable new homes. That's why we've become one of the five largest builders in Britain. But now there's even more reason to choose a Bellway home.

To make the whole process of selling and buying easier, we've put together a range of services to make your move as hassle free as possible.

Express Mover
"We have a home to sell"

Sell your home quicker with no estate agent fees.^

Our Intermediate Management Agent will work with a local estate agent to market your home at an agreed price.

You could soon be moving into your new dream home, start your journey with us today.

Low-cost mortgage
Looking for a low-cost mortgage solution? With Own New, you could lower your monthly repayment costs – making that move to a brand-new home more affordable. Just speak with a sales advisor at this development to find out more.

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Our sales centre is open for drop-in visits.

Should you wish to have dedicated time with our Sales Advisor, please book an appointment before visiting us.

^All offers apply to specific plots and selected developments only. Terms and conditions apply. Contact your Bellway sales advisor to find out more or see terms and conditions on our Bellway website. Express Mover and Part Exchange scheme offers are subject to status, availability and eligibility. Bellway reserve the right to refuse a Part Exchange. Any promoted offer is subject to contract. 10-year NHBC Buildmark policy. This includes deposit protection from exchange of contracts, a two-year builder warranty from legal completion, and then eight years of structural defects insurance cover.*

About Dh1

This welcoming new development - offering a choice of 2,3,4, and 5-bedroom homes - sits just a short five-minute drive from the heart of Durham. DH1 brings together thoughtful craftsmanship, excellent transport links, highly regarded local schools, and its very own on-site playpark. It's a place where anyone can truly settle in, grow, and feel at home.

Leisure

Nestled in the rural surrounds of central Durham, residents of DH1 are afforded the benefits of the city and the stunning countryside. The local landscape is littered with historical landmarks, perfect to explore on a walk or day out.

Both Beaurepaire Priory and Finchale Priory's ruins are within an 11-minute drive of the development, with Ushaw House, Chapels, and Gardens five miles away. National Trust's Crook Hall Gardens lies just north of the city centre, while Adventure Valley theme park and Diggerland Durham are excellent days out for young families, both under a 10-minute drive away.

Durham's historic city centre offers unique leisure opportunities, including picturesque walking routes along the River Wear. This provides views of the city's bustling tourist culture and famous architecture - none more well known than Durham Cathedral, which is as old as the city itself. The city is also host to popular museums, theatres, and cinemas.

Education

Durham offers a well-regarded array of schooling options for young families. Framwellgate Moor Primary School and Saint Margaret's C of E Primary School are two of several local primary schools, situated a five- and six-minute drive away, respectively.

Excellent secondary options include Durham Johnston Comprehensive School - a mile and a half down the road and commutable via public transport - and St Leonards Catholic School, a seven-minute bike ride away.

New College Durham is a 20-minute walk away from the development, offering a range of vocational courses, as well as apprenticeships and company links aimed at preparing students for employment, further learning, and independent living.

Durham University is part of the Russell Group and offers some of the most prestigious teaching in the world, with access to superb facilities including two well-known university libraries. The University Hospital of North Durham is a mile away, providing training and experience for medical students.

Shopping

Comprehensive shopping can be found at the Arnison Centre, two miles away. A sprawling array of name-brand retailers and restaurants offer a convenient concentration of stores.

Durham's city centre is host to a selection of independent sellers. The city's tourist trade means it has plenty of pubs, bars, caf?s, and restaurants to explore, while the indoor Market Hall and multiple shopping arcades make Durham an ideal shopping destination.

Framwellgate Moor's Front Street is a three-minute drive from the development, providing popular supermarket brands for everyday essentials, a choice of local eateries, plus independent vendors.

The Metrocentre is in Gateshead, a 30-minute drive away. With over 250 stores, dining for all occasions, and a variety of leisure attractions, the north-east shopping centre is one of the premier shopping destinations in the country. Newcastle city centre lies just further north, offering city-centre retail and dining, as well as a vibrant nightlife.

Transport

Sniperley Hall bus stop is a minute's walk away from the development and offers regular shuttle services into Durham city centre. Sniperley Park and Ride is a minute's drive away, providing a connection to the train station.

Durham train station is two miles away, overlooking the city centre and offering lner, CrossCountry, and Transpennine Express routes. Regular destinations include Edinburgh, Newcastle, Liverpool Lime Street, and London King's Cross - the latter has an estimated journey time of around three hours.

The development is a 10-minute drive away from junction 62 of the A1, reaching Newcastle in a further 20 minutes.

Newcastle International Airport is 23 miles away, serving destinations and connections worldwide.

Opening Hours

Monday 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday closed
Wednesday closed
Thursday 10:00 - 19:00
Friday 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday 11:00 - 17:00
Sunday 11:00 - 17:00

Directions

DH1 is a brand-new collection of wonderful homes on the outskirts of Durham. The development can be reached within a 10-minute drive of junction 62 of the A1.

This development falls under the administration of Durham County Council.

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