Our Data Sources
71, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring has no recent1 records in the Land Registry and a single entry in the EPC database dated September 2013.
We combine this information with public data 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.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 71, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring would be worth £162,648, with a potential rental value of £1,113 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £144,060, with a rental value of £986 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
71, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring occupies a 244 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 49 other houses in this postcode, 44 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 31st largest.
Energy Efficiency
71, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of C. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 17 Sep 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
71, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring last changed hands on 11th August 2000, selling for £62,950. The transaction was logged as a leasehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold twice since 1995.
- Sold Aug 2000£62,950
- Sold Mar 1995£47,750
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 66 sales of comparable properties within 890 metres of 71, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring since 2017.
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£207,000 | 3 Bed House50, Ross Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PQ50, Ross Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PQ
- Sold Nov 2025£175,000 | 3 Bed House67, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PX67, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PX
- 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£179,000 | 3 Bed House12, Golf Course Road, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PJ12, Golf Course Road, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4PJ
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 £177,491, ranging from £150,968 to £214,435.
- 67 Briar Lea
3 Bed House | 18 m | Est. Value: £172,434
- 65 Briar Lea
3 Bed House | 27 m | Est. Value: £182,723
- 58 Birkdale Drive
3 Bed House | 30 m | Est. Value: £182,877
- 56 Birkdale Drive
3 Bed House | 31 m | Est. Value: £192,707
- 60 Birkdale Drive
3 Bed House | 31 m | Est. Value: £182,877
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 71, Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring as the 73rd largest and the 85th most expensive of the 128 addresses on Briar Lea, Houghton Le Spring, DH4.
Against the DH4 postcode district average, it is £7k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Bournmoor Primary School700 m away
- Shiney Row Primary School1.2 km away
- Woodlea Primary School1.4 km away
- Kepier3.0 km away
- St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington3.3 km away
- Biddick Academy3.6 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chester-le-Street|4.7 km away
- Sunderland|9.4 km away
- Durham|10.1 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.
