Our Data Sources
1, The Poplars, Houghton Le Spring has a single entry in the Land Registry from November 2013 and a single entry in the EPC database dated August 2013.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 3 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 1, The Poplars, Houghton Le Spring would be worth £135,918, with a potential rental value of £980 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £120,385, with a rental value of £868 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
1, The Poplars, Houghton Le Spring occupies a 242 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 28 other houses in this postcode, 15 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 15th largest.
Energy Efficiency
1, The Poplars, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 28 Aug 2013.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
1, The Poplars, Houghton Le Spring last changed hands on 1st November 2013, selling for £80,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
That is its only recorded sale since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 48.2% since November 2013.
- Sold Nov 2013£80,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 112 sales of comparable properties within 790 metres of 1, The Poplars, Houghton Le Spring across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 11, The Oaks, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7HR, a freehold house, sold at £136,000 on the 27th March 2026.
Read more about house prices in DH4.
- Sold Mar 2026£136,000 | 3 Bed House11, The Oaks, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7HR11, The Oaks, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7HR
- Sold Jun 2024£112,500 | 3 Bed House18, The Oaks, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7HR18, The Oaks, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7HR
- Sold Nov 2022£119,950 | 3 Bed House9, The Oaks, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7HR9, The Oaks, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7HR
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 1, The Poplars, Houghton Le Spring as the 10th largest and the 10th most expensive of the 28 addresses on The Poplars, Penshaw, Houghton Le Spring, DH4.
Against the DH4 postcode district average, it is £33k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- New Penshaw Academy200 m away
- Barnwell Academy600 m away
- Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw800 m away
- St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington2.3 km away
- Biddick Academy2.4 km away
- Washington Academy4.0 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chester-le-Street|6.2 km away
- Sunderland|7.6 km away
- Heworth|9.2 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
