Our Data Sources
5, Sparkwell Close, Houghton Le Spring has no recent1 records in the Land Registry and a single entry in the EPC database dated February 2014.
We combine this information with public data 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.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 5, Sparkwell Close, Houghton Le Spring would be worth £299,114, with a potential rental value of £1,376 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £264,930, with a rental value of £1,219 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
5, Sparkwell Close, Houghton Le Spring occupies a 421 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
All 10 other houses in this postcode have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 2nd largest.
Energy Efficiency
5, Sparkwell Close, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 08 Feb 2014.
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, Sparkwell Close, Houghton Le Spring last changed hands on 1st July 1999, selling for £82,995. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
That is its only recorded sale since 1995.
- Sold Jul 1999£82,995
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 53 sales of comparable properties within 760 metres of 5, Sparkwell Close, Houghton Le Spring since 2015.
Most recently, 57, Peachleaf Lane, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4FQ, a freehold house, sold at £259,995 on the 27th June 2025.
Read more about house prices in DH4.
- Sold Jun 2025£259,995 | 3 Bed House57, Peachleaf Lane, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4FQ57, Peachleaf Lane, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4FQ
- Sold Jun 2025£279,995 | 3 Bed House37, Peachleaf Lane, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4FQ37, Peachleaf Lane, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4FQ
- Sold Feb 2025£264,950 | 3 Bed House18, Peachleaf Lane, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4FQ18, Peachleaf Lane, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4FQ
- Sold Dec 2024£259,950 | 3 Bed House19, Peachleaf Lane, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4FQ19, Peachleaf Lane, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4FQ
- Sold Dec 2024£248,000 | 4 Bed House1, Bigbury Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4XP1, Bigbury Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4XP
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 £194,107, ranging from £77,375 to £332,351.
- 4 Sparkwell Close
3 Bed House | 9 m | Est. Value: £254,091
- 6 Sparkwell Close
3 Bed House | 10 m | Est. Value: £290,948
- 7 Sparkwell Close
3 Bed House | 21 m | Est. Value: £283,332
- 3 Tiverton Close
3 Bed House | 32 m | Est. Value: £185,551
- 4 Tiverton Close
3 Bed House | 33 m | Est. Value: £170,628
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 5, Sparkwell Close, Houghton Le Spring as the 5th largest and the 5th most expensive of the 10 addresses on Sparkwell Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4.
Against the DH4 postcode district average, it is £123k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Newbottle Primary Academy600 m away
- Shiney Row Primary School1.2 km away
- Burnside Academy Inspires1.4 km away
- Kepier2.1 km away
- Farringdon Community Academy3.7 km away
- St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington4.2 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chester-le-Street|6.3 km away
- Sunderland|8.1 km away
- Seaham|9.2 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.
