Our Data Sources
3, Market Place, Houghton Le Spring has no recent1 records in the Land Registry and a single entry in the EPC database dated May 2026.
We combine this information with public data of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 3 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 3, Market Place, Houghton Le Spring would be worth £134,281, with a potential rental value of £834 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £118,934, with a rental value of £738 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
3, Market Place, Houghton Le Spring occupies a 211 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 37 other houses in this postcode, 36 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 25th largest.
Energy Efficiency
3, Market Place, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of C. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 19 May 2026.
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
3, Market Place, Houghton Le Spring last changed hands on 3rd March 2006, selling for £116,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold twice since 1995.
- Sold Mar 2006£116,000
- Sold Aug 1998£33,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 69 sales of comparable properties within 700 metres of 3, Market Place, Houghton Le Spring since 2008.
Most recently, 22, John Street, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 8DX, a freehold house, sold at £139,950 on the 1st May 2026.
Read more about house prices in DH5.
- Sold May 2026£139,950 | 3 Bed House22, John Street, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 8DX22, John Street, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 8DX
- Sold Apr 2026£124,000 | 3 Bed House43, Seaton Avenue, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 8EQ43, Seaton Avenue, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 8EQ
- Sold May 2025£118,000 | 3 Bed House96, Queensway, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 8EP96, Queensway, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 8EP
- Sold Apr 2025£120,000 | 3 Bed House22, Dene Avenue, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 8EF22, Dene Avenue, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 8EF
- Sold Dec 2024£145,000 | 3 Bed House1, The Green, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 8AL1, The Green, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 8AL
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 £149,966, ranging from £111,028 to £231,392.
- 5 Market Place
3 Bed House | 9 m | Est. Value: £125,406
- 7 Market Place
3 Bed House | 14 m | Est. Value: £128,568
- 29 Nesham Place
3 Bed House | 28 m | Est. Value: £166,855
- 11 Market Place
4 Bed House | 41 m | Est. Value: £231,392
- 27 Nesham Place
3 Bed House | 42 m | Est. Value: £145,374
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 3, Market Place, Houghton Le Spring as the 26th largest and the 24th most expensive of the 57 addresses on Market Place, Houghton Le Spring, DH5.
Against the DH5 postcode district average, it is £4k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Bernard Gilpin Primary School500 m away
- Gillas Lane Primary Academy600 m away
- St Michael's Catholic Primary School, Houghton1.1 km away
- Kepier900 m away
- Hetton Academy2.8 km away
- Farringdon Community Academy3.9 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chester-le-Street|7.6 km away
- Seaham|7.7 km away
- Sunderland|8.5 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.












