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Guide Price£550,000

Wembley Gardens, Cambois, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24

Land size
1 acres

Key Features

  • Prime Coastal Village Location Close to Beach, Primary School and Local Amenities
  • Sale Subject to Transfer of Part
  • Area benefiting from significant regeneration and infrastructure investment
  • Generally level site – ideal for residential development
  • Estimated end values in the region of £220,000 – £250,000 per unit
  • Within walking distance of the beach

Description

FOR SALE VIA AUCTION: Terms and conditions apply.

RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY – PLANNING CONSENTS FOR UP TO 12 DWELLINGS.

8 semi-detached dwellings — 6 × 3-bedroom and 2 × 4-bedroom.
4 x townhouses

Level site extending to approximately over 1 acres, benefiting from full planning permission for 8 dwellings together with outline planning permission for a further 4 dwellings, with all reserved matters approved. The consented schemes comprise a mix of three-bedroom townhouses and three and four-bedroom semi-detached homes, with estimated end values in the region of £220,000–£250,000 per dwelling. Situated in a prime location in Cambois, a Coastal village location close to beach, primary school and local amenities, with ongoing regeneration and infrastructure investment nearby. Freehold with vacant possession.

Wembley Gardens occupies an attractive coastal village setting in Cambois, combining proximity to the Northumberland coastline with convenient access to the wider amenities of Blyth and South East Northumberland.
The site is located close to the beach and coastline, offering residents access to coastal walks, open spaces, sea views and the natural environment around the Wansbeck Estuary. The wider Northumberland coast provides an exceptional recreational setting, with extensive beaches, walking routes, nature reserves and family leisure opportunities.

For families, Cambois benefits from its own primary school, while a wider range of education, shopping, healthcare, leisure and everyday services is available in nearby Blyth, Bedlington and the surrounding area.
The lifestyle appeal is complemented by substantial investment taking place across Cambois and Blyth. Close to major Cambois regeneration including the up to £10bn QTS data centre investment, alongside wider investment in employment, skills, energy, transport and regeneration infrastructure. This combination of coastal living, access to local services, family amenities and significant long-term economic investment provides a strong backdrop for new residential development.

Regeneration & Investment:

Cambois and the wider Blyth area are benefiting from significant public and private investment, creating a compelling backdrop for residential development. Most notably, the former power station site at Cambois is being transformed into QTS's major data centre campus, backed by funds managed by affiliates of Blackstone, representing investment of up to £10 billion. Enabling works commenced in 2025, with construction progressing from 2026. The development is expected to generate substantial construction, operational and wider employment opportunities.

This investment sits alongside the established Energy Central clean-energy cluster, ongoing investment in skills and innovation through Energy Central Campus, the Northumberland Line, and wider regeneration initiatives across Blyth. Together these investments are expected to strengthen employment, infrastructure and the long-term economic profile of the area.

Indicative sale boundary shown edged red – subject to final Transfer Plan/legal pack.

We are advised an application has been approved for reserved matters on the outline planning. Further information can be found on Northumberland County Council Website.

PLEASE NOTE THE SALE IS SUBJECT TO TRANSFER OF PART - REFER TO LEGAL PACK.

VIEWINGS STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

Location, Amenities & Investment Appeal

Cambois is a charming and increasingly popular seaside village within Northumberland, well known for its coastal setting, natural beauty, and growing investment profile. Local amenities include cafés, public houses, holiday accommodation, and healthcare facilities. The site is located within very close proximity to the beach, offering attractive coastal views and access to the North Sea, while the Wansbeck Estuary and surrounding coastal environment is just a short walk away.

The area is currently benefiting from significant regeneration and infrastructure investment, the Northumberland Line rail project, and ongoing new-build residential schemes such as those delivered by Amethyst Homes, further enhancing the long-term appeal of the location.

Site Details

An excellent opportunity to acquire a prime residential development site in the coastal village of Cambois, Northumberland. The site benefits from a generally level topography, making it well suited to residential construction.

Planning Permissions & Consents

The site currently benefits from full planning permission for eight semi detached dwellings, in addition to existing outline planning consent for a further four townhouses, offering clear potential for a multi-unit residential scheme. Full details can be found via Northumberland County Council’s planning portal under references 23/04600/FUL and 23/00705/OUT.

Approved Housing Mix & Value Potential

The approved scheme comprises a mix of three-bedroom townhouses and four-bedroom semi detached homes, designed to meet strong local demand for modern family housing. Based on current market conditions, we estimate end values in the region of £220,000 to £250,000 per dwelling, depending on specification and house type.

Disclaimer

Any reference to planning permissions, development potential, proposed schemes, or estimated values is based on information available at the time of preparation and is provided without guarantee. Interested parties must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of all information, including (but not limited to) planning status, permitted uses, site conditions, services, boundaries, and all legal, technical, and financial matters.

No responsibility is accepted for any loss or expense incurred as a result of reliance upon the information contained herein. Prospective purchasers are strongly advised to undertake their own independent investigations, surveys, legal enquiries, and professional advice prior to any commitment to purchase.

Additional Information

For further information please contact our Ashington office direct on , or alternatively via e-mail on . With regards to viewing the subject property, this is to be done strictly by appointment through Keith Pattinson Commercial department. Please contact us to arrange an internal inspection, or to register your interest.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

Pattinson Auction are referred to as The Auctioneer. This auction lot is being sold by either conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by The Auctioneer. The method of auction sale and the applicable terms and conditions are found on the lot page of this property on The Auctioneers website. The property is available to view strictly by appointment only via any Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details to be shared between any marketing agent and The Auctioneer so that matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. To submit a bid, all bidders must adhere to a verification of identity process in line with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

The advertised price is commonly referred to as a Starting Bid or Guide Price and is accompanied by a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is confidential to the seller and The Auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the Guide Price or Starting Bid. These prices are subject to change. An auction can be closed at any time, with The Auctioneer permitting the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction. A Legal Pack associated with this property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation, enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers obligations and sellers commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price. The deposit will form part of the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum fee which could be up to 7,200 inc VAT) is also payable upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price, and consideration should be given by the purchaser to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with the overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and The Auctioneer may consider it necessary or beneficial to pass customer details to third-party service suppliers, from whom a referral fee may be received. There is no requirement or obligation to use any recommended suppliers or services.

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Date Posted
2026-09-11

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 44 Development Land listings in North East England (1+ acres).

This Property£550,000 / acre
Development Land Average (1+ acres) £226,019 / acre
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Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Cambois Primary School0.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    136
    Type
    Community school
  • NCEA Bishop's Primary School1.5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    448
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School1.6 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    213
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Bedlington Station Primary School1.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    211
    Type
    Community school
  • Morpeth Road Academy1.7 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    253
    Type
    Academy converter

Secondary

  • NCEA Duke's Secondary School1.5 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    11 to 19
    Pupils
    980
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Bedlington Academy1.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    822
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • The Blyth Academy2.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    766
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Ashington Academy2.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    964
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Bede Academy2.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 18
    Pupils
    2,030
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Christian

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Asda Ashington Express Petrol, Ashington1 mile
Co-op Ashington - Newbiggin Road, Ashington1.1 miles
Spar - Ashington, Ashington1.3 miles

GP surgery

Seaton Park Medical Group1.5 miles

Pharmacy

Seaton Hirst Pharmacy1.5 miles

Hospital

Wansbeck General Hospital2 miles

Green space

Playing Field156 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Bedlington Rail Station1.7 miles

Nearest bus stop

Wembley Terrace166 metres

Typical drive times

Blyth9 min · 5.2 miles
Ashington8 min · 4 miles
Bedlington7 min · 4.1 miles
Newbiggin-by-the-Sea7 min · 4.7 miles
Newcastle upon Tyne (city)22 min · 15 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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