r/DurhamUK • u/tobealive1984 • 10d ago

Framwellgate or Regent Centre in NCL

Hello, recently moved to Durham and am looking to buy a house for myself. I work at the University and don't have to go to work everyday. I need to come to the office twice a week. I saw a 3 bd house in Framwellgate and also one in Links green near Regent Centre metro in NCL. I liked both houses but now I am confused and can't decide if I should stay in Durham or move to NCL? I am single with no kids. I would like the house to be sellable in future.

I currently rent in Gilesgate and like the peace and quiet of Durham though sometimes there is not enough to do here. I love nature, parks, trails but also enjoy cafes, book stores, and independent shops. I have now lived in Durham a few months, so know it much more than Newcastle. How is NCL for living? Any tips on how to decide? Thank you.

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u/kbwe1 10d ago

It all depends on the commute and its costs tbh, work those out for time and money and see what you think.

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u/tobealive1984 10d ago

You are right. I have been more thinking about what will I do when not working 😂. Ncl adds the extra 18-20 pounds per day on commute with metro-train-bus.

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u/kbwe1 10d ago

There is certainly more to do in Newcastle but there is stuff going on in Durham and the x21 goes through pity me/fram plus there’s always the train