Our Data Sources
18, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring has a single entry in the Land Registry from January 2016 and a single entry in the EPC database dated January 2015.
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
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, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring is in very good condition we estimate a sale value of £517,986 and a rental value of £2,349 per month.
However, if the property needs a lot of cosmetic work we estimate a sale value of £458,788 and a rental value of £2,081 per month.
Plot Size
According to data from HM Land Registry, 18, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring sits on a plot of 499 m2.
We have plot size data on 35 out of 35 other houses in the postcode and 18, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring sits on the 5th largest plot.
Energy Efficiency
18, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 15 Jan 2015.
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, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring was last sold on 22nd January 2016 for £449,000 and was recorded as a freehold house.
The property has only had this single sale since 1995.
Since January 2016, the market for similar properties has dropped by 0.6%.
- Sold Jan 2016£449,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
According to the Land Registry and our network of Estate Agents, there have been 26 sales of properties similar to 18, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring within a radius of 930 metres since 2014.
The most recent example is 121, Weymouth Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7TZ, a freehold house which sold for £495,000 on the 14th April 2026.
Read more about house prices in DH4.
- Sold Apr 2026£495,000 | 5 Bed House121, Weymouth Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7TZ121, Weymouth Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7TZ
- Sold Jun 2025£450,000 | 5 Bed House1 Boundary Cottages, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4QB1 Boundary Cottages, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4QB
- Sold May 2025£435,000 | 5 Bed House101, Whitworth Park Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GP101, Whitworth Park Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GP
- Sold Oct 2023£220,000 | 5 Bed HousePaddock Lodge, Meadow Grange, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6DWPaddock Lodge, Meadow Grange, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6DW
- Sold Feb 2023£390,000 | 5 Bed House7, Meadow Grange, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6DW7, Meadow Grange, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6DW
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 £338,829, ranging from £266,281 to £544,937.
- 19 Watergate
4 Bed House | 12 m | Est. Value: £266,281
- 20 Watergate
4 Bed House | 18 m | Est. Value: £266,281
- 7 Watergate
4 Bed House | 21 m | Est. Value: £266,281
- 6 Watergate
4 Bed House | 28 m | Est. Value: £266,281
- 21 Watergate
4 Bed House | 29 m | Est. Value: £266,281
Location Comparison
Watergate, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 has a total of 35 addresses. According to our analysis of all the public data, 18, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring is the 2nd largest and the 2nd most expensive property on the street.
When compared to the postcode district it is £332k more expensive than the average property in DH4.
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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
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband is available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
According to data from the Environment Agency, the flood risk in this area is considered to be Very Low.





