Skip to content
Get brand editions for Dowen, Bishop Auckland

Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14

PROPERTY TYPE

Terraced

BEDROOMS

5

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

Ask agent

TENURE
Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.

Freehold

Key features

  • IDEAL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY
  • BEING SOLD VIA AUCTION
  • RESERVATION FEE APPLIES
  • HUGE POTENTIAL
  • VIEWING A MUST TO APPRECIATE
  • POPULAR LOCALITY

Description

** Superb Commercial Property For Sale via Auction**

We are delighted to present this larger-than-average commercial unit to the market, available via online auction with Dowen and IAM-SOLD. Offering an impressive 295 square metres (approx.) of versatile accommodation across three floors, this substantial property is situated in the heart of Bishop Auckland, directly on the busy and highly visible Newgate Street thoroughfare.

Property Overview

This expansive property is well-suited to a wide range of commercial uses and presents a fantastic opportunity for investors, business owners, or developers.

The accommodation is arranged over three floors and briefly comprises:

Ground Floor: Prominent shop frontage with direct street access, ramp leading to central corridor, office space, kitchen, cloakroom/WC, central store, additional store, and rear store with access to rear service lane.

First Floor: Accessed via a separate entrance, with landing area, office space, additional office, staircase leading to two further offices, and a large rear storage space with outdoor access.

Second Floor: Further landing area with two additional office spaces.

The layout provides flexibility for a wide variety of business operations, whether retail, office-based, or mixed commercial use.

Key Features

Size: Approximately 295 sq. m. (over 3,175 sq. ft.)

Prime Location: Positioned on Newgate Street, one of Bishop Auckland's busiest commercial areas.

Former Occupancy: Previously let to Heron Foods, generating rental income up to December 2025.

Income: A further £13,500 rental payment due in September before the lease is surrendered thereafter.

Rateable Value: £16,500

Energy Performance Rating: E

Buyer's Premium: £6,600

Auction Details

This property is offered for sale by auction in partnership with IAM-SOLD and Dowen.

Interested parties are strongly encouraged to arrange an internal viewing to fully appreciate the scale and potential of this property.

Accommodation Summary

Shop Area

Central Corridor

Office

Kitchen

Cloakroom / WC

Central Store

Store

Rear Store (with rear lane access)

Hall

Landing

Multiple Offices

Large Rear Store

External Outdoor Space

Viewing & Further Information

For further details, or to arrange a viewing, please contact Dowen & IAM-SOLD directly.

COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: TBC
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Ask agent
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Ask agent
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
Ask agent

Energy performance certificate - ask agent

Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14

Approximate location

Add an important place to see how long it'd take to get there from our property listings.

__mins driving to your place

Check how much you can borrow

Get an instant, personalised result:

  • Show sellers you’re serious
  • Secure viewings faster with agents
  • No impact on your credit score
Extension potential
Recently sold & under offer
See similar nearby properties
Get brand editions for Dowen, Bishop Auckland

About Dowen, Bishop Auckland

125 Newgate Street Bishop Auckland DL14 7EN
Industry affiliations:

Tried, Tested & Trusted in the North East Since 1982

At Dowen Estate Agents, we deliver a 5-star estate agency experience through a passionate team of property experts. Our foundation is traditional estate agency, now seamlessly blended with 21st-century technology to meet the evolving needs of every client.

Founded in 1982 by Denis Dowen, the company was acquired in 2020 by long-standing employees John Nicholson and Trudie Bowes. Today, Dowen operates 8 branches and bespoke Auction Stores, covering the North East from coast to A1 corridor.

We’re a full-service estate agency, offering:

Residential Sales: Tens of thousands of properties sold across all price ranges.

Lettings: Hundreds of homes under professional management.

Auctions: Founding member of The Great North Property Auction, with thousands of successful sales since 2012.

Surveys & EPCs: Provided via our panel of independent surveyors.

Conveyancing: Competitive rates through trusted local solicitors.

Mortgages: Arranged via independent brokers.

We proudly subscribe to the National Association of Estate Agents and the Ombudsman for Estate Agents, adhering to their strict codes of practice.

Your mortgage

Per year
Lender usually expects a 10% deposit
%
Choose between 1 and 40 years
Years
%
Monthly repayments
£326
We think you can borrow up to
Add your household income above
Powered bynationwideThe Nationwide Logo represents a symbol of financial strength and community, empowering members to achieve their goals
These results are estimates and are only intended as a guide. Make sure you obtain accurate figures from your lender before committing to any mortgage. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage.

Notes

These notes are private, only you can see them.

Staying secure when looking for property

Ensure you're up to date with our latest advice on how to avoid fraud or scams when looking for property online.

Visit our security centre to find out more

Disclaimer - Property reference 10705644. The information displayed about this property comprises a property advertisement. Rightmove.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the advertisement or any linked or associated information, and Rightmove has no control over the content. This property advertisement does not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by Dowen, Bishop Auckland. Please contact the selling agent or developer directly to obtain any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 or the Home Report if in relation to a residential property in Scotland.

Auction Fees: The purchase of this property may include associated fees not listed here, as it is to be sold via auction. To find out more about the fees associated with this property please call Dowen, Bishop Auckland on 01388 311692.

*Guide Price: An indication of a seller's minimum expectation at auction and given as a “Guide Price” or a range of “Guide Prices”. This is not necessarily the figure a property will sell for and is subject to change prior to the auction.

Reserve Price: Each auction property will be subject to a “Reserve Price” below which the property cannot be sold at auction. Normally the “Reserve Price” will be set within the range of “Guide Prices” or no more than 10% above a single “Guide Price.”

*This is the average speed from the provider with the fastest broadband package available at this postcode. The average speed displayed is based on the download speeds of at least 50% of customers at peak time (8pm to 10pm). Fibre/cable services at the postcode are subject to availability and may differ between properties within a postcode. Speeds can be affected by a range of technical and environmental factors. The speed at the property may be lower than that listed above. You can check the estimated speed and confirm availability to a property prior to purchasing on the broadband provider's website. Providers may increase charges. The information is provided and maintained by Decision Technologies Limited.
**This is indicative only and based on a 2-person household with multiple devices and simultaneous usage. Broadband performance is affected by multiple factors including number of occupants and devices, simultaneous usage, router range etc. For more information speak to your broadband provider.

Map data ©OpenStreetMap contributors.