Our Data Sources
8, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring has a single entry in the Land Registry from June 2022 and a single entry in the EPC database dated February 2022.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 5 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 8, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring would be worth £298,455, with a potential rental value of £1,453 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £264,346, with a rental value of £1,287 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Energy Efficiency
8, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 28 Feb 2022.
The property is connected to mains gas and has high performance glazing. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
8, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring last changed hands on 30th June 2022, selling for £284,950. 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 0.9% since June 2022.
- Sold Jun 2022£284,950
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 258 sales of comparable properties within 830 metres of 8, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring since 2020.
Most recently, 12, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FH, a freehold house, sold at £255,000 on the 8th May 2026.
Read more about house prices in DH4.
- Sold May 2026£255,000 | 4 Bed House12, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FH12, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FH
- Sold Oct 2025£265,000 | 4 Bed House1, Woodwhite Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FJ1, Woodwhite Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FJ
- Sold Nov 2024£240,000 | 4 Bed House2, Glanville Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6NZ2, Glanville Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6NZ
- Sold Oct 2024£277,000 | 4 Bed House8, Chalk Hill Road, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6NY8, Chalk Hill Road, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6NY
- Sold May 2024£265,000 | 4 Bed House4, Montanna Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FN4, Montanna Close, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6FN
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 £223,640, ranging from £191,707 to £270,932.
- 9 Swallowtail Close
3 Bed House | 9 m | Est. Value: £248,604
- 5 Monarch Road
4 Bed House | 10 m | Est. Value: £264,324
- 10 Swallowtail Close
3 Bed House | 17 m | Est. Value: £225,077
- 4 Monarch Road
3 Bed House | 19 m | Est. Value: £231,284
- 11 Swallowtail Close
4 Bed House | 26 m | Est. Value: £265,740
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 8, Swallowtail Close, Houghton Le Spring as the largest and the most expensive of the 19 addresses on Swallowtail 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 Academy800 m away
- Burnside Academy Inspires1.2 km away
- Shiney Row Primary School1.3 km away
- Kepier2.0 km away
- St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington4.1 km away
- Biddick Academy4.4 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chester-le-Street|5.6 km away
- Sunderland|8.9 km away
- Seaham|9.8 km away
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
