Our Data Sources
17, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring has a single entry in the Land Registry from September 2015 and a single entry in the EPC database dated November 2014.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 2 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 17, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring would be worth £401,727, with a potential rental value of £1,774 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £355,815, with a rental value of £1,571 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
17, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring occupies a 361 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
All 35 other houses in this postcode have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 12th largest.
Energy Efficiency
17, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 25 Nov 2014.
The property is connected to mains gas and has high performance glazing. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
17, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring last changed hands on 25th September 2015, selling for £300,000. 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 16.5% since September 2015.
- Sold Sep 2015£300,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 61 sales of comparable properties within 920 metres of 17, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring since 2014.
Most recently, 7, Axwell Park, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GJ, a freehold house, sold at £350,000 on the 27th March 2026.
Read more about house prices in DH4.
- Sold Mar 2026£350,000 | 4 Bed House7, Axwell Park, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GJ7, Axwell Park, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GJ
- Sold Dec 2025£370,000 | 4 Bed House16, Rectory Green, Chester Le Street, DH3 4DZ16, Rectory Green, Chester Le Street, DH3 4DZ
- Sold Aug 2022£335,000 | 4 Bed House8, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GL8, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GL
- Sold Nov 2021£345,000 | 4 Bed House1, Burnhope Way, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GR1, Burnhope Way, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GR
- Sold Sep 2021£387,495 | 4 Bed House27, Whitworth Park Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GP27, Whitworth Park Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GP
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 £328,764, ranging from £266,281 to £544,937.
- 16 Watergate
4 Bed House | 11 m | Est. Value: £298,520
- 24 Watergate
4 Bed House | 24 m | Est. Value: £340,506
- 23 Watergate
4 Bed House | 29 m | Est. Value: £266,764
- 15 Watergate
5 Bed House | 32 m | Est. Value: £452,163
- 18 Watergate
5 Bed House | 35 m | Est. Value: £493,320
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 17, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring as the 9th largest and the 8th most expensive of the 35 addresses on Watergate, Houghton Le Spring, DH4.
Against the DH4 postcode district average, it is £221k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Bournmoor Primary School600 m away
- Woodlea Primary School1.1 km away
- Shiney Row Primary School1.4 km away
- Kepier2.7 km away
- St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington3.6 km away
- Biddick Academy4.0 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chester-le-Street|4.6 km away
- Sunderland|9.6 km away
- Durham|9.8 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.
