Our Data Sources
8, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring has 2 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in August 2022 and a single entry in the EPC database dated June 2025.
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 8, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring is in very good condition we estimate a sale value of £398,721 and a rental value of £1,760 per month.
However, if the property needs a lot of cosmetic work we estimate a sale value of £353,153 and a rental value of £1,559 per month.
Plot Size
According to data from HM Land Registry, 8, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring sits on a plot of 364 m2.
We have plot size data on 35 out of 35 other houses in the postcode and 8, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring sits on the 11th largest plot.
Energy Efficiency
8, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 02 Jun 2025.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully triple glazed windows. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
According to HM Land Registry, 8, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring was last sold on 30th August 2022 for £335,000 and was recorded as a freehold house.
The property has had 2 sales since 1995.
Since August 2022, the market for similar properties has dropped by 2.6%.
- Sold Aug 2022£335,000
- Sold Aug 2015£335,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
According to the Land Registry and our network of Estate Agents, there have been 50 sales of properties similar to 8, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring within a radius of 920 metres since 2014.
The most recent example is 7, Axwell Park, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GJ, a freehold house which sold for £350,000 on the 27th March 2026.
Read more about house prices in DH4.
- Sold Mar 2026£350,000 | 4 Bed House7, Axwell Park, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GJ7, Axwell Park, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GJ
- Sold Nov 2021£345,000 | 4 Bed House1, Burnhope Way, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GR1, Burnhope Way, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GR
- Sold Sep 2021£387,495 | 4 Bed House27, Whitworth Park Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GP27, Whitworth Park Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GP
- Sold May 2021£289,000 | 4 Bed House106, Whitworth Park Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GN106, Whitworth Park Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GN
- Sold Mar 2021£330,000 | 4 Bed House95, Whitworth Park Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GP95, Whitworth Park Drive, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6GP
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 £392,446, ranging from £266,281 to £544,937.
- 9 Watergate
5 Bed House | 11 m | Est. Value: £452,163
- 2 Watergate
4 Bed House | 28 m | Est. Value: £285,858
- 3 Watergate
5 Bed House | 30 m | Est. Value: £432,866
- 10 Watergate
4 Bed House | 31 m | Est. Value: £298,520
- 1 Watergate
5 Bed House | 37 m | Est. Value: £493,320
Location Comparison
Watergate, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 has a total of 35 addresses. According to our analysis of all the public data, 8, Watergate, Houghton Le Spring is the 13th largest and the 10th most expensive property on the street.
When compared to the postcode district it is £218k more expensive than the average property in DH4.
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Schools Nearby
- Bournmoor Primary School600 m away
- Woodlea Primary School1.1 km away
- Shiney Row Primary School1.4 km away
- Kepier2.7 km away
- St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington3.6 km away
- Biddick Academy4.0 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chester-le-Street|4.6 km away
- Sunderland|9.6 km away
- Durham|9.8 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.












