Our Data Sources
18, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring has a single entry in the Land Registry from November 2021 and a single entry in the EPC database dated November 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
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 18, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring is in very good condition we estimate a sale value of £279,027 and a rental value of £1,359 per month.
However, if the property needs a lot of cosmetic work we estimate a sale value of £247,138 and a rental value of £1,203 per month.
Energy Efficiency
18, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 02 Nov 2021.
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, 18, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring was last sold on 26th November 2021 for £259,950 and was recorded as a freehold house.
The property has only had this single sale since 1995.
Since November 2021, the market for similar properties has risen by 5.8%.
- Sold Nov 2021£259,950
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
According to the Land Registry and our network of Estate Agents, there have been 316 sales of properties similar to 18, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring within a radius of 820 metres since 2020.
The most recent example is 12, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FH, a freehold house which sold for £255,000 on the 8th May 2026.
Read more about house prices in DH4.
- Sold May 2026£255,000 | 4 Bed House12, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FH12, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FH
- 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
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 £220,664, ranging from £188,669 to £266,093.
- 19 Swallowtail Close
3 Bed House | 8 m | Est. Value: £225,077
- 17 Swallowtail Close
3 Bed House | 9 m | Est. Value: £225,077
- 2 Swallowtail Close
3 Bed House | 21 m | Est. Value: £227,671
- 18 Monarch Road
3 Bed House | 27 m | Est. Value: £188,669
- 20 Swallowtail Close
3 Bed House | 28 m | Est. Value: £233,571
Location Comparison
Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 has a total of 19 addresses. According to our analysis of all the public data, 18, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring is the 2nd largest and the 4th most expensive property on the street.
When compared to the postcode district it is £104k 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.
