Our Data Sources
140, Abbey Drive, Houghton Le Spring has a single entry in the Land Registry from October 2021 and a single entry in the EPC database dated July 2021.
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
In very good condition, we estimate 140, Abbey Drive, Houghton Le Spring would be worth £119,016, with a potential rental value of £885 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £105,414, with a rental value of £783 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
140, Abbey Drive, Houghton Le Spring occupies a 211 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 33 other houses in this postcode, 20 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 9th largest.
Energy Efficiency
140, Abbey Drive, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 01 Jul 2021.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
140, Abbey Drive, Houghton Le Spring last changed hands on 20th October 2021, selling for £81,000. 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 19.2% since October 2021.
- Sold Oct 2021£81,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 114 sales of comparable properties within 710 metres of 140, Abbey Drive, Houghton Le Spring since 2020.
Most recently, 21, Otterburn Crescent, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5HT, a freehold house, sold at £120,000 on the 12th June 2026.
Read more about house prices in DH4.
- Sold Jun 2026£120,000 | 3 Bed House21, Otterburn Crescent, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5HT21, Otterburn Crescent, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5HT
- Sold Dec 2025£108,000 | 3 Bed House10, Woodburn Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5HN10, Woodburn Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5HN
- Sold Nov 2025£69,000 | 3 Bed House31, Buckland Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5LH31, Buckland Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5LH
- Sold Jun 2025£115,000 | 3 Bed House17, Brinkburn Crescent, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5HE17, Brinkburn Crescent, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5HE
- Sold Jun 2025£95,000 | 3 Bed House6, Otterburn Crescent, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5HT6, Otterburn Crescent, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5HT
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 £117,218, ranging from £107,707 to £127,716.
- 142 Abbey Drive
3 Bed House | 5 m | Est. Value: £114,113
- 138 Abbey Drive
3 Bed House | 9 m | Est. Value: £127,629
- 136 Abbey Drive
3 Bed House | 16 m | Est. Value: £113,349
- 146 Abbey Drive
3 Bed House | 19 m | Est. Value: £114,872
- 134 Abbey Drive
3 Bed House | 24 m | Est. Value: £114,113
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 140, Abbey Drive, Houghton Le Spring as the 113th largest and the 67th most expensive of the 137 addresses on Abbey Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4.
Against the DH4 postcode district average, it is £48k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Burnside Academy Inspires400 m away
- Newbottle Primary Academy500 m away
- Dubmire Primary1.3 km away
- Kepier1.2 km away
- Hetton Academy3.7 km away
- Farringdon Community Academy4.4 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chester-le-Street|6.1 km away
- Sunderland|9.0 km away
- Seaham|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 available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
