Chester Meadows by Taylor Wimpey · Burnlands Way, Pelton Fell, Chester-le-Street, County Durham, DH2 2FQ
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Taylor Wimpey has 193 developments on Homello. Homes in Chester-le-Street sold for a median £172,000 over the last year, £193 per sq ft; see house prices in Chester-le-Street.
About Chester Meadows
Chester Meadows is an exclusive new build property development by Taylor Wimpey, located on Burnlands Way in the tranquil village of Pelton Fell, Chester-le-Street, County Durham, DH2 2FQ. This thoughtfully designed development comprises a relatively small collection of 80 new homes, of which over 70% have been sold, with approximately 11 homes currently available. The development offers a mix of property types, including two, three, and four-bedroom houses, alongside a selection of bungalows.
Prices for the currently available new build homes at Chester Meadows range from an initial guide price of £167,996 up to £338,995. Taylor Wimpey, the developer, is a major national housebuilder who has claimed to have retained a five-star rating for customer satisfaction from the Home Builders Federation (HBF) based on the annual customer survey results for 2024, meaning over 90% of their customers would recommend them. The development features a variety of house types, including detached and semi-detached properties, and bungalows. Available properties include the two-bedroom ‘Hidford’ bungalow, with prices starting from £167,996. Three-bedroom options, such as the semi-detached ‘Tetford’, have been listed at £239,995. For larger family requirements, four-bedroom detached homes, including the ‘Colford’ and the ‘Hubham’ house styles, are available, with prices reaching up to £338,995. Each new build home at Chester Meadows is designed with modern energy efficiency in mind. Standard features include PV solar panels, triple-glazed windows, and electric vehicle charging points. All properties come with a 10-year warranty. The kitchen specification includes Zanussi ovens and gas hobs, with new homeowners able to personalise their kitchens, bathrooms, and bedrooms using Taylor Wimpey's ‘Options Online’ tool, depending on the build stage of the plot. Chester Meadows provides a semi-rural setting surrounded by green spaces, including an on-site play park and nearby local woodland, while still retaining excellent commuter links. The historic market town of Chester-le-Street is less than 2 miles away, offering local shops, restaurants, and amenities. The famous Emirates Riverside Cricket Ground, which hosts the Bannatyne Health Club, is approximately a 10-minute drive. Road connectivity is strong, with the A1 easily accessible for travel throughout the North East. The historic city of Durham, a UNESCO World Heritage site with a wide selection of shops, bars, and cultural attractions, is less than 8 miles away. For rail commuters, Chester-le-Street Railway Station is approximately 10 minutes away, providing regular services to major destinations via the East Coast Main Line. Local schooling options include Roseberry Primary and Nursery School (0.9 miles away) and The Hermitage Academy (0.8 miles away). The development is significantly progressed, with over 70% of the 80 homes already sold. Prospective homebuyers are advised to contact the developer for the current list of available plots, specific house types, and exact pricing. Viewing of show homes, such as the ‘Byrneham’ and ‘Hubham’, is available by appointment. Taylor Wimpey offers assistance schemes, including Part Exchange and Easymover, subject to terms and conditions.
- Developer
- Taylor Wimpey
- City
- County Durham
- Neighbourhood
- Chester-le-Street
- Postcode
- DH2 2FQ
- Address
- Burnlands Way, Pelton Fell, Chester-le-Street, County Durham, DH2 2FQ
- Total homes
- 80
- Tenure
- For sale
Sold prices at Chester Meadows
First sales only so far: 67 homes registered at a median £254,995 since 2021 (new-build sales register 6–12 months after completion).
| Address | Sold | Kind | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58, Burnlands Way DH2 2FQ | Oct 2025 | Resale +15% | £333,000 · £231/sq ft |
| 146, Burnlands Way DH2 2FQ | Jun 2025 | New build | £239,995 · £235/sq ft |
| 144, Burnlands Way DH2 2FQ | May 2025 | New build | £227,995 · £223/sq ft |
| 142, Burnlands Way DH2 2FQ | May 2025 | New build | £349,995 · £227/sq ft |
| 48, Burnlands Way DH2 2FQ | May 2025 | Resale +15% | £285,000 · £232/sq ft |
| 136, Burnlands Way DH2 2FQ | May 2025 | New build | £214,995 · £222/sq ft |
| 138, Burnlands Way DH2 2FQ | Apr 2025 | New build | £233,995 · £229/sq ft |
| 134, Burnlands Way DH2 2FQ | Apr 2025 | New build | £211,995 · £219/sq ft |
All sold prices in Chester-le-Street →
Sales at the development's postcode and its listings' postcodes, as recorded by HM Land Registry; neighbouring addresses in the same postcode can be included.
Questions about Chester Meadows
›Who is the developer of Chester Meadows?
Chester Meadows is a Taylor Wimpey development in Chester-le-Street, County Durham. Taylor Wimpey has 193 developments listed on Homello.
›How much do homes at Chester Meadows cost?
Prices at Chester Meadows start from £159,996.
›Is Chester Meadows still selling?
Chester Meadows is marked "now selling" (unconfirmed). Use the enquiry button to check current availability with Taylor Wimpey.
›What have homes at Chester Meadows sold for?
HM Land Registry has registered 67 first sales at Chester Meadows at a median of £254,995 since 2021. New-build sales appear in the register six to twelve months after completion, so this count grows over time. That is 7% above the Chester-le-Street median of £193 per square foot.
›What are house prices like in Chester-le-Street?
The median sold price in Chester-le-Street was £172,000 over the last 12 months (754 sales, −4.2% on the year before), or £193 per square foot, from HM Land Registry data. The house prices in Chester-le-Street page has the trend, prices by property type and every street.
›What type of homes are at Chester Meadows?
Chester Meadows offers houses, 80 homes in total. Homes are sold outright by Taylor Wimpey.
Location
Burnlands Way, Pelton Fell, Chester-le-Street, County Durham, DH2 2FQ
Nearest stations
- Chester-le-Street Station 1.5 miles
- Durham Station 5.5 miles
Nearest schools
- Roseberry Primary and Nursery School 0.8 milesPrimary · ages 2–11
- Hermitage Academy 1.0 milesSecondary · ages 11–18
- Bullion Lane Primary School 1.3 milesPrimary · ages 2–11
- Pelton Community Primary School 1.3 milesPrimary · ages 2–11
Straight-line distances; actual routes will be longer. Stations from NaPTAN; schools from the Department for Education register, with the latest Ofsted signal.
Area insights
The County Durham neighbourhood around this development.
Sources: HM Land Registry price paid data, EPC register, Police.uk, Historic England, ONS Census 2021, Ofcom Connected Nations, Environment Agency. Planning offices.
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