Our Data Sources
47, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring has a single entry in the Land Registry from July 2025 and a single entry in the EPC database dated February 2025.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 4 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 47, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring would be worth £186,015, with a potential rental value of £1,123 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £164,757, with a rental value of £994 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
47, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring occupies a 222 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 18 other houses in this postcode, 16 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 11th largest.
Energy Efficiency
47, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 03 Feb 2025.
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
47, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring last changed hands on 25th July 2025, selling for £148,000. 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 dropped by 40.5% since July 2025.
- Sold Jul 2025£148,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 118 sales of comparable properties within 850 metres of 47, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring since 2018.
Most recently, 1, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PS, a freehold house, sold at £191,500 on the 31st March 2026.
Read more about house prices in DH4.
- Sold Mar 2026£191,500 | 3 Bed House1, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PS1, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PS
- Sold Dec 2025£187,500 | 4 Bed House32, Bowes Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PR32, Bowes Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PR
- Sold Dec 2025£130,000 | 4 Bed House31, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PS31, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PS
- Sold Nov 2025£175,000 | 3 Bed House67, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PX67, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PX
- Sold Aug 2025£210,000 | 3 Bed House10, Lambton Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PW10, Lambton Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PW
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 £173,284, ranging from £136,661 to £291,064.
- 43 Briar Lea
4 Bed House | 18 m | Est. Value: £196,930
- 51 Briar Lea
3 Bed House | 19 m | Est. Value: £163,071
- 41 Briar Lea
3 Bed House | 26 m | Est. Value: £168,214
- 40 Briar Lea
3 Bed House | 34 m | Est. Value: £153,469
- 36 Briar Lea
3 Bed House | 35 m | Est. Value: £180,009
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 47, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring as the 41st largest and the 33rd most expensive of the 128 addresses on Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4.
Against the DH4 postcode district average, it is £16k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Bournmoor Primary School900 m away
- Shiney Row Primary School1.0 km away
- Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw1.4 km away
- Kepier2.8 km away
- St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington3.3 km away
- Biddick Academy3.7 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chester-le-Street|4.9 km away
- Sunderland|9.2 km away
- Durham|10.3 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.
