Our Data Sources
5, Bowes Lea, Houghton Le Spring has a single entry in the Land Registry from December 2015 and a single entry in the EPC database dated November 2013.
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 5, Bowes Lea, Houghton Le Spring would be worth £188,752, with a potential rental value of £1,097 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £167,180, with a rental value of £972 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
5, Bowes Lea, Houghton Le Spring occupies a 303 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
All 8 other houses in this postcode have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 4th largest.
Energy Efficiency
5, Bowes Lea, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 26 Nov 2013.
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
5, Bowes Lea, Houghton Le Spring last changed hands on 18th December 2015, selling for £141,000. 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 10.5% since December 2015.
- Sold Dec 2015£141,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 81 sales of comparable properties within 730 metres of 5, Bowes Lea, Houghton Le Spring since 2013.
Most recently, 32, Bowes Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PR, a leasehold house, sold at £187,500 on the 5th December 2025.
Read more about house prices in DH4.
- 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 Jul 2025£148,000 | 3 Bed House47, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PT47, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PT
- Sold Jul 2025£169,600 | 3 Bed House64, Ross Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PH64, Ross Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PH
- Sold Mar 2025£185,000 | 3 Bed House51, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PT51, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PT
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 £195,691, ranging from £137,991 to £370,188.
- 6 Bowes Lea
4 Bed House | 8 m | Est. Value: £183,719
- 3 Bowes Lea
3 Bed House | 19 m | Est. Value: £163,405
- 9 Bowes Lea
3 Bed House | 31 m | Est. Value: £168,687
- 10 Bowes Lea
4 Bed House | 36 m | Est. Value: £193,132
- 4 Golf Course Road
4 Bed House | 39 m | Est. Value: £194,852
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 5, Bowes Lea, Houghton Le Spring as the 14th largest and the 19th most expensive of the 37 addresses on Bowes Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4.
Against the DH4 postcode district average, it is £18k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Shiney Row Primary School900 m away
- Bournmoor Primary School1.0 km away
- Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw1.2 km away
- Kepier3.1 km away
- St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington3.1 km away
- Biddick Academy3.4 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chester-le-Street|4.8 km away
- Sunderland|9.2 km away
- Durham|10.4 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.
