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Brand-new, energy-efficient home
Private patio area
Allocated parking and communal green space on your doorstep
Nil deposit option available
Resident services manager and 24/7 in-house maintenance
10 minutes from Newcastle city centre
Pet Friendly
2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes available!
Description
You'll be the first to move into this bright modern 2-bed home that's carefully designed to complement busy lifestyles. With an open-plan living area, private garden and downstairs WC, it's ready to welcome you, you family and your pets.
Benwell Dene is a brand-new neighbourhood with views of the Tyne Valley and plenty of green space to create a chilled-out vibe. Located just two miles west of Newcastle city centre for commuting, nights out and shopping trips, you'll also be minutes away from all the temptations of the Metro Centre.
Your new home is packed with energy-efficient features including an air source heat pump to keep bills low. And with a driveway with EV charging, you'll be all set to do your bit for the environment.
Your on-site Resident Services ManagerRachel is a friendly face to help you settle in and make sure everything runs smoothly.
Rent with confidence and convenience in Benwell Dene thanks to a professional landlord dedicated to making everything easy for you.
A snapshot of your new home:
Type: 2 bed mid terrace house
Location: Benwell Dene, Newcastle upon Tyne
Energy-efficient: EPC rating - To be determined
Council Tax - To be determined
Your new home has:
Spacious open-plan living area for movie nights or hosting friends
Door to your own private garden for enjoying a morning coffee or getting green-fingered
Stylish fitted kitchen with reliable integrated appliances
Separate utility area to keep laundry away from life
Downstairs WC for zero rush-hour queues
Spacious master bedroom overlooking the garden
Second double bedroom with plenty of space for your furniture
Modern bathroom with bath and overhead shower to recharge and relax
Energy-saving features including an air source heat pump, solar panels and EV charging to keep bills low
Stacks of built-in storage to keep life neat and tidy
You'll also enjoy:
Brand-new community-focused neighbourhood with shops, parks and services within walking distance
Landscaped communal areas to create a sense of calm
Excellent transport links with easy access to the A1, Newcastle train station and airport
On-site Resident Services Managerfor reliable maintenance and a friendly face
Residents' community events and app
This home is available with flatfair's Nil Deposit solution. Skip the traditional deposit and pay a one-off check-in fee equal to 28% of one month's rent (+VAT). It's a simple, upfront alternative that keeps moving costs down - though please note this fee is non-refundable and can't be used to cover any future damages.
If you would like to view one of these homes please contact our Lettings team who will be able to arrange this for you.
Who's my landlord?
Renting with Placefirst means stability, service and no surprises. As an award-winning build-to-rent developer, we do everything in-house so you're always in good hands.
Our homes come with secure, flexible and professional tenancies, available to rent for as long as you need. We're a pet-friendly landlord with a dedicated resident services manager, 24/7 in-house maintenance and round-the-clock emergency support - so you're never left chasing a fix or feeling on your own.
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The Oaks, DH7
Louis Leung (Tenant)
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Jul 2026
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The Oaks, DH7
This development review is rated 5.0 out of 5.0.
Quiet, Safe and Convenient Living
I have enjoyed living at The Oaks over the past few months. The apartment is modern, well designed and comfortable, and the overall environment is clean and well maintained. The property management team has been friendly and helpful whenever I have needed assistance, and any issues I reported have been dealt with professionally.
While the facilities are fairly basic, they are generally well looked after. The main improvement I would like to see is more reasonably priced EV charging for residents, as the current charging cost is quite expensive compared with other public chargers nearby. Overall, I have had a positive experience living here and would recommend The Oaks to anyone looking for a quiet, safe and convenient place to live.
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The area is very quiet and feels safe, which makes it a pleasant place to live. There is a bus stop nearby with frequent services, and it only takes a short time to reach Durham city centre, making commuting very convenient. I have not experienced any anti-social behaviour, and traffic noise is generally low.
The only downside is the public EV charging point within the development. At around 60p per kWh, it is much more expensive than many other public chargers in the area and does not offer good value for residents with electric vehicles. It would be great if the charging price could be reduced in the future.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Whenever I have reported an issue or had a question, the management team has been helpful and professional. They responded within a reasonable time and kept me informed throughout the process. The issues I raised were resolved satisfactorily, and communication has generally been clear and efficient.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I had known that the on-site EV charging point costs around 60p per kWh, which is more expensive than many other public chargers in the area. If you own an electric vehicle, it is worth comparing charging options before relying on the charger within the development. Apart from that, I have found The Oaks to be a quiet, safe and enjoyable place to live.
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Radial Park, LS15
Dee K (Tenant)
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Jul 2026
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Radial Park, LS15
This development review is rated 5.0 out of 5.0.
Very quiet , peaceful and lovely neighborhood!
Very quiet , peaceful and lovely neighborhood! Although it’s a 2 bedroom house we are renting its very spacious and the garden is huge! The playground has recently opened and maintenance of the area has been regularly done. Not had anything bad to say about this development.
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This development is in a great location with lots of amenities nearby. Shops witihin 5 mins , schools also nearby.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Place first is Brilliant and so are Miller homes development in responding to issues raised
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Nothing bad to say at all. we were provided with everything prior to moving in
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West End, LA4
C Lu d (Tenant)
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Jul 2026
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West End, LA4
This development review is rated 3.0 out of 5.0.
Wish I’d known
The overall development is lovely. The shared areas always clean and tidy just sad they are brought down by wheelie bins dotted around overflowing with garbage on the floors which gets smelly in hot weather. Gates are very rarely shut so don’t act to increase security.
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Repeated attendances from emergency services. Police and fire crews due to disputes with other tennents in their flats neighbouring ours. Late night early morning it feels like weekly one of them will attend for a domestic incident or arson. To the point had I known just how often this would happen I certainly would not have moved there. I’m not comfortable leaving my daughter at 17 at home alone at night when I work nights now.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
I initially had a leak they responded within 24hrs.
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The constant domestic incidents with neighbours a few doors down and next door is draining when I work 13hr shifts I need my sleep and when police are attending it’s not quiet.
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Thank you for sharing this - we're sorry to hear how unsettling these incidents have been for you. We'd encourage reporting these incidents to the police directly if you haven't already, and we'll flag this internally too so we're aware and can support where we can.
We're glad the leak was sorted quickly, and pleased the development itself still comes across well.
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Jul 2026
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Bolt Works, HX1
R.B (Tenant)
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Jul 2026
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Bolt Works, HX1
This development review is rated 4.0 out of 5.0.
Great place not the best area
The building itself is amazing. We’ve not had any issues that haven’t been quickly dealt with by management. Sarah is extraordinary I honestly don’t know how she juggles it all. She always smiles and says hi and remembers you and what’s going on aswell which is nice, especially when there’s so many people in the building. The only issue I’ve found that makes me feel insecure is the key fob trying to get in. It can take a while for it to work with several attempts and it makes me worried as a woman that as it is not the safest area if I need to get in fast I can’t. To help with security inside the building I would honestly like to have some kind of security on each level so if someone does get into the building who shouldn’t be there they can’t just get to our apartments, such as a locked door in the corridor.
Overall if the building was in a nicer area it would be absolutely perfect all round.
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The area has lots of amenities such as shops, restaurants, cafes, nightclubs, aswell as essential transport links to Leeds and Manchester via bus and train. However the area is quite unsafe with some incidents occurring such as the our buildings front door getting smashed by someone and then a few weeks later the back door has been smashed aswell. The building is incredibly sound proof until you have to open the windows in summer because of the heat. You can hear people in the night clubs until 4-5am shouting, screaming, fighting etc. then you have people revving their engines on the road outside.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Any issues we have raised have been dealt with swiftly. The only issue that causes delayed response is when the doors get smashed. Obviously waiting for parts takes time but it makes the building feel vulnerable and insecure.
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I wish I had known about the night clubs and strip club outside. I also would have spent more time in the town centre to get a proper understanding of the behaviour in town and the kind of people it attracts.
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Manager's response
Thank you for such an honest review, R.B, and for the kind words about Sarah - we'll be sure to pass those on.
We take your security points seriously and these have been flagged internally with our team. Thanks for recommending us despite these challenges. We'll keep working on both the building and the concerns you've raised.
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Jul 2026
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Skye Edge, S2
Cyrus chan (Tenant)
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Jul 2026
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Skye Edge, S2
This development review is rated 4.0 out of 5.0.
A Great Place to Live with Room for Improvement
The buildings and overall design here are excellent. The construction materials are of good quality, and the location has great ventilation. Even during the summer, it doesn’t feel excessively hot.
In addition, as this area is located on higher ground, the mobile phone signal can sometimes be quite weak. Phone reception is occasionally unreliable, and calls may not always connect clearly. This is an area that could be improved.
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I have been living in this area for about three years. The location is very convenient, and the neighbours are friendly and get along well with each other. However, when I walk my dog, I sometimes notice dog waste left on the ground. It would be very helpful if the property management could install a few dog waste bins along the nearby streets. I believe this would help keep the area cleaner and improve the local environment.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The building management has generally responded promptly and professionally whenever I have raised any issues. They have been helpful and have made an effort to resolve problems in a reasonable amount of time. Overall, I am satisfied with their service.
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I wish I had known that the mobile phone signal in this area can be quite weak due to its hillside location. I also wish I had known that there are not enough dog waste bins nearby, as this would help keep the area cleaner. Other than these minor issues, I have been very happy living here.
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Thank you for such a thoughtful review, Cyrus.
We're really pleased the build quality and ventilation have stood up well, and glad to hear the neighbourhood feel has been a good one. We've taken note of your suggestions and will flag with our team.
Thank you also for the kind words about management's responsiveness, and for recommending us.
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Jul 2026
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