Our Data Sources
12, Cottonwood, Houghton Le Spring has 51 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in February 2024 and a single entry in the EPC database dated June 2020.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 4 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 12, Cottonwood, Houghton Le Spring would be worth £293,709, with a potential rental value of £1,433 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £260,142, with a rental value of £1,270 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
12, Cottonwood, Houghton Le Spring occupies a 298 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
All 59 other houses in this postcode have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 20th largest.
Energy Efficiency
12, Cottonwood, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of C. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 29 Jun 2020.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
12, Cottonwood, Houghton Le Spring last changed hands on 9th February 2024, selling for £295,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold 5 times since 1995.
The market for similar properties has dropped by 7.9% since February 2024.
- Sold Feb 2024£295,000
- Sold Jan 2021£260,000
- Sold Nov 2006£215,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 110 sales of comparable properties within 730 metres of 12, Cottonwood, Houghton Le Spring across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 6, Tanbark, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7TE, a freehold house, sold at £300,000 on the 27th June 2025.
Read more about house prices in DH4.
- Sold Jun 2025£300,000 | 4 Bed House6, Tanbark, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7TE6, Tanbark, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7TE
- Sold Oct 2024£315,000 | 4 Bed House50, Cottonwood, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7TA50, Cottonwood, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7TA
- Sold Jun 2022£300,050 | 4 Bed House45, Cottonwood, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7TA45, Cottonwood, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7TA
•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 12, Cottonwood, Houghton Le Spring as the 19th largest and the 18th most expensive of the 59 addresses on Cottonwood, Houghton Le Spring, DH4.
Against the DH4 postcode district average, it is £117k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw600 m away
- Shiney Row Primary School800 m away
- Barnwell Academy800 m away
- St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington2.4 km away
- Biddick Academy2.8 km away
- Kepier3.7 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chester-le-Street|5.0 km away
- Sunderland|8.8 km away
- Heworth|9.9 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.
