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Living in Ellington.

Ellington sits behind the dunes of Druridge Bay's southern end, a former mining village now best known for sand, space and value.

Average price
£243,990
Ellington · Land Registry, 12 months
Annual change
+23.9%
Ellington · year on year
Homes sold
23
Ellington · last 12 months
Our days to sale
14
Rightmove verified · 2025

The Ellington property market

Terraces, semis and new builds at coastal-plain prices well below the bay's beauty.

For current availability, browse our properties for sale or register your search to hear about Ellington homes before they reach the portals. Our latest Ellington house prices report covers local sold prices and trends.

Schools in and around Ellington

Village primary with seniors in Ashington/Morpeth.

Catchments matter to buyers here — if schooling is part of your move, tell us and we will factor it into your search or your sale strategy.

Transport links

The A1068 coast road; Widdrington station and the A189 are minutes away.

Shops & amenities

Village shop and pub, Lynemouth and Ashington close for more.

Places to eat & drink

The Plough village pub and beach-day picnics.

Things to do in and around Ellington

Cresswell beach and ices, Druridge Bay country park, QEII lake at Ashington.

Why people choose to live in Ellington

Seven miles of beach starts at the end of the lane.

Buying a property in Ellington

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Selling a property in Ellington

Selling in Ellington? We don't just list properties — we launch them. Professional photography, three high-impact videos, a Beat the Portals early-access campaign and a structured open house event, all for a fixed £1,299. Around 95% of our properties sell at the open house, with competing offers on the day.

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