Our Data Sources
56, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring has a single entry in the Land Registry from April 2016 and a single entry in the EPC database dated July 2015.
We combine this information with that 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.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 56, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring would be worth £159,755, with a potential rental value of £1,062 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £141,498, with a rental value of £941 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
56, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring occupies a 369 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 28 other houses in this postcode, 27 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 10th largest.
Energy Efficiency
56, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 28 Jul 2015.
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
56, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring last changed hands on 11th April 2016, selling for £108,000. 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 18.3% since April 2016.
- Sold Apr 2016£108,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 64 sales of comparable properties within 870 metres of 56, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring since 2014.
Most recently, 20, Waterhouses, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GE, a freehold house, sold at £150,000 on the 30th March 2026.
Read more about house prices in DH4.
- Sold Mar 2026£150,000 | 2 Bed House20, Waterhouses, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GE20, Waterhouses, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GE
- Sold Jan 2026£160,000 | 3 Bed House14, Ross Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PQ14, Ross Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PQ
- Sold Dec 2025£140,000 | 2 Bed House15, Louisa Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GS15, Louisa Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GS
- Sold Oct 2025£138,263 | 2 Bed House33, Ross Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PQ33, Ross Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PQ
- Sold Jun 2025£160,000 | 2 Bed House5, Bourn Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PF5, Bourn Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PF
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 £167,703, ranging from £150,968 to £201,227.
- 58 Briar Lea
2 Bed House | 14 m | Est. Value: £150,968
- 60 Briar Lea
3 Bed House | 19 m | Est. Value: £153,087
- 52 Briar Lea
3 Bed House | 20 m | Est. Value: £153,087
- 62 Briar Lea
4 Bed House | 28 m | Est. Value: £198,563
- 50 Briar Lea
3 Bed House | 30 m | Est. Value: £158,188
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 56, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring as the 113th largest and the 95th most expensive of the 128 addresses on Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4.
Against the DH4 postcode district average, it is £9k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Bournmoor Primary School800 m away
- Shiney Row Primary School1.1 km away
- Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw1.4 km away
- Kepier3.0 km away
- St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington3.2 km away
- Biddick Academy3.6 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chester-le-Street|4.7 km away
- Sunderland|9.3 km away
- Durham|10.2 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.
