With Hexham recently being named one of the happiest places to live in Great Britain, you might be wondering if there are any properties for sale in the area.
The Northumberland town featured in the Happy at Home Index published by Rightmove.
The index asked residents how they feel about their area and was completed this year by over 26,000 people based on 13 happiness factors.
This included a broad range of factors, from how you feel about living in the area to how happy people are with local activities and amenities.
Hexham’s average house asking price in 2023 was £317,359 and the average asking rent per calendar month was £957.
The study found that feeling a sense of pride, belonging, and community is most likely to contribute to feeling happy to live in an area, more so than having access to things like public transport, schools and job opportunities.
If you’re interested in moving to Hexham or its surrounding area to find your dose of happiness, here are some current properties on the market through Galbraith.
Houses for sale in and near Hexham – from a period property to a residential farm
Threpwood Hill, Birtley, Hexham, Northumberland (offers over £375,000)
Galbraith comments; “A traditional game keeper’s lodge in a wonderfully isolated and peaceful countryside setting.
Is this the dream renovation job you have been looking for in Hexham? (Image: Galbraith)
“Planning permission is in place to create a charming four-bedroom house incorporating the existing outbuildings.
“The site offers stunning panoramic views over the Northumbrian countryside.”
Find out more about the property here.
The Estate House, Matfen, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland (guide price £1,300,000)
“A beautiful period property in Matfen, one of the most desirable Northumbrian villages, and just 15 miles from Newcastle.
This period property is only 15 miles from Newcastle (Image: Galbraith)
“The property was formerly the Dower House of Matfen Hall and all period features have been retained, while the bathrooms have been modernised to provide a simply beautiful family home.
Does this traditional kitchen appeal to you? (Image: Galbraith)
“There are 4 reception rooms, 7 bedrooms, 2 attic bedrooms, and very pretty gardens plus a paddock, with grounds of about 3 acres in all.”
Find out more about the property here.
Broomewood, Lemmington Bank, Alnwick, Northumberland (offers over £1,250,000)
“A delightful residential farm in a spectacular part of Northumberland, extending to approximately 124 acres with a farmhouse of great character and a useful range of farm buildings.
This Broomewood property is surrounded by lots of land (Image: Galbraith)
“The property enjoys dramatic views and the land includes permanent pasture as well as areas of woodland and grazing land.”
Could you picture yourself sat here with a coffee or book in hand? (Image: Galbraith)
Find out more about the property here.
Sam Gibson, a partner with Galbraith based in Hexham said; “Hexham is a fantastic place to live, with its beautiful traditional architecture, its historic Abbey and its excellent schools and shops.
“From Hexham it is easy to access all the stunning moors, hills and heritage coastline of Northumberland.
“Property here offers a good variety of options, from traditional cottages in Hexham and Corbridge to waterside apartments in Amble to rural farms and estates offering a superb quality of life.
“The market is performing well and we are seeing a good number of off-market sales which provide additional flexibility for the seller.”
