Our Data Sources
5, Whickham Close, Houghton Le Spring has 2 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in October 2015 and a single entry in the EPC database dated September 2011.
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 5, Whickham Close, Houghton Le Spring is in very good condition we estimate a sale value of £131,018 and a rental value of £971 per month.
However, if the property needs a lot of cosmetic work we estimate a sale value of £116,045 and a rental value of £860 per month.
Plot Size
According to data from HM Land Registry, 5, Whickham Close, Houghton Le Spring sits on a plot of 164 m2.
We have plot size data on 6 out of 16 other houses in the postcode and 5, Whickham Close, Houghton Le Spring sits on the 3rd largest plot.
Energy Efficiency
5, Whickham Close, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 02 Sep 2011.
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
According to HM Land Registry, 5, Whickham Close, Houghton Le Spring was last sold on 2nd October 2015 for £104,000 and was recorded as a freehold house.
The property has had 2 sales since 1995.
Since October 2015, the market for similar properties has dropped by 0.9%.
- Sold Oct 2015£104,000
- Sold Oct 2011£95,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
According to the Land Registry and our network of Estate Agents, there have been 93 sales of properties similar to 5, Whickham Close, Houghton Le Spring within a radius of 800 metres since 2018.
The most recent example is 57, Dunelm Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5QQ, a freehold house which sold for £125,000 on the 12th March 2026.
Read more about house prices in DH4.
- Sold Mar 2026£125,000 | 3 Bed House57, Dunelm Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5QQ57, Dunelm Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5QQ
- Sold Nov 2025£132,000 | 2 Bed House40, Castle Dene Grove, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5QT40, Castle Dene Grove, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5QT
- Sold Oct 2025£141,950 | 2 Bed House55, Dunelm Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5QQ55, Dunelm Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5QQ
- Sold Aug 2025£117,500 | 3 Bed House12, Dunelm Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5QG12, Dunelm Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5QG
- Sold Jun 2025£130,000 | 3 Bed House61, Dunelm Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5QQ61, Dunelm Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5QQ
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 £144,232, ranging from £124,585 to £182,406.
- 6 Whickham Close
3 Bed House | 4 m | Est. Value: £133,798
- 3 Whickham Close
3 Bed House | 10 m | Est. Value: £125,507
- 8 Whickham Close
3 Bed House | 19 m | Est. Value: £130,395
- 9 Whickham Close
3 Bed House | 23 m | Est. Value: £146,542
- 2 Whickham Close
3 Bed House | 24 m | Est. Value: £153,313
Location Comparison
Whickham Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 has a total of 16 addresses. According to our analysis of all the public data, 5, Whickham Close, Houghton Le Spring is the 12th largest and the 12th most expensive property on the street.
When compared to the postcode district it is £37k less expensive than the average property in DH4.
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Schools Nearby
- St Michael's Catholic Primary School, Houghton600 m away
- Burnside Academy Inspires700 m away
- Bernard Gilpin Primary School900 m away
- Kepier400 m away
- Hetton Academy2.7 km away
- Farringdon Community Academy5.0 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chester-le-Street|6.5 km away
- Seaham|8.9 km away
- Durham|9.3 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.
