Our Data Sources
12, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring has 2 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in May 2026 and a single entry in the EPC database dated July 2025.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 5 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
Decorative condition can have a big effect on a property's value and this effect varies depending on the type, size and location of the property.
If 12, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring is in very good condition we estimate a sale value of £279,397 and a rental value of £1,361 per month.
However, if the property needs a lot of cosmetic work we estimate a sale value of £247,466 and a rental value of £1,205 per month.
Energy Efficiency
12, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 09 Jul 2025.
The property is connected to mains gas and has high performance glazing. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
According to HM Land Registry, 12, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring was last sold on 8th May 2026 for £255,000 and was recorded as a freehold house.
The property has had 2 sales since 1995.
Since May 2026, the market for similar properties has dropped by 7.6%.
- Sold May 2026£255,000
- Sold Dec 2021£229,950
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
According to the Land Registry and our network of Estate Agents, there have been 319 sales of properties similar to 12, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring within a radius of 820 metres since 2021.
The most recent example is 1, Woodwhite Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FJ, a freehold house which sold for £265,000 on the 28th October 2025.
Read more about house prices in DH4.
- Sold Oct 2025£265,000 | 4 Bed House1, Woodwhite Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FJ1, Woodwhite Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FJ
- Sold Oct 2024£277,000 | 4 Bed House8, Chalk Hill Road, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6NY8, Chalk Hill Road, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6NY
- Sold May 2024£265,000 | 4 Bed House4, Montanna Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FN4, Montanna Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FN
- Sold Mar 2024£250,000 | 4 Bed House8, Woodwhite Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FJ8, Woodwhite Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FJ
- Sold Jan 2024£300,000 | 4 Bed House11, Chalk Hill Road, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6NY11, Chalk Hill Road, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6NY
Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £231,711, ranging from £191,707 to £284,243.
- 11 Swallowtail Close
4 Bed House | 10 m | Est. Value: £265,740
- 16 Swallowtail Close
4 Bed House | 16 m | Est. Value: £266,093
- 10 Swallowtail Close
3 Bed House | 19 m | Est. Value: £225,077
- 15 Swallowtail Close
3 Bed House | 24 m | Est. Value: £228,338
- 9 Swallowtail Close
3 Bed House | 27 m | Est. Value: £248,604
Location Comparison
Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 has a total of 19 addresses. According to our analysis of all the public data, 12, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring is the 5th largest and the 3rd most expensive property on the street.
When compared to the postcode district it is £105k more expensive than the average property in DH4.
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Schools Nearby
- Newbottle Primary Academy800 m away
- Burnside Academy Inspires1.2 km away
- Shiney Row Primary School1.3 km away
- Kepier2.0 km away
- St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington4.1 km away
- Biddick Academy4.4 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chester-le-Street|5.6 km away
- Sunderland|8.9 km away
- Seaham|9.8 km away
Risk of Flooding
According to data from the Environment Agency, the flood risk in this area is considered to be Very Low.
