Our Data Sources
Sylvan Lea, Durham has a single entry in the Land Registry from February 2011 and a single entry in the EPC database dated August 2010.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 1 out of 5 and is considered of low accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate Sylvan Lea, Durham would be worth £292,933, with a potential rental value of £1,430 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £259,455, with a rental value of £1,266 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
Sylvan Lea, Durham occupies a 417 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 4 other houses in this postcode, 3 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 2nd largest.
Energy Efficiency
Sylvan Lea, Durham has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 10 Aug 2010.
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
Sylvan Lea, Durham last changed hands on 25th February 2011, selling for £245,000. 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 23.0% since February 2011.
- Sold Feb 2011£245,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 12 sales of comparable properties within 2.2 kilometres of Sylvan Lea, Durham since 2008.
Most recently, Yulan, Ford Crescent, Durham, DH7 0SW, a freehold house, sold at £250,000 on the 1st May 2026.
Read more about house prices in DH7.
- Sold May 2026£250,000 | 3 Bed HouseYulan, Ford Crescent, Durham, DH7 0SWYulan, Ford Crescent, Durham, DH7 0SW
- Sold Apr 2026£325,000 | 3 Bed HouseGreenways, Ford Crescent, Durham, DH7 0SWGreenways, Ford Crescent, Durham, DH7 0SW
- Sold Dec 2025£249,000 | 3 Bed House11, West Drive, Durham, DH7 0HQ11, West Drive, Durham, DH7 0HQ
- Sold Nov 2025£275,000 | 3 Bed HouseBlaven, Ford Crescent, Durham, DH7 0SWBlaven, Ford Crescent, Durham, DH7 0SW
- Sold Jul 2025£268,000 | 3 Bed House18, Colepike Road, Durham, DH7 0HJ18, Colepike Road, Durham, DH7 0HJ
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 £361,919, ranging from £255,996 to £866,695.
- Dalbeattie
4 Bed House | 20 m | Est. Value: £348,012
- Fern Cottage
4 Bed House | 24 m | Est. Value: £360,289
- Redgate
3 Bed House | 34 m | Est. Value: £294,088
- Blaven
3 Bed House | 36 m | Est. Value: £282,674
- Greenways
3 Bed House | 41 m | Est. Value: £288,431
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks Sylvan Lea, Durham as the 33rd largest and the 26th most expensive of the 35 addresses on Ford Road, Lanchester, Durham, DH7.
Against the DH7 postcode district average, it is £120k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Lanchester Endowed Parochial Primary School700 m away
- All Saints' Catholic Primary School, Lanchester800 m away
- Burnhope Primary School2.5 km away
- St Bede's Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Lanchester1.2 km away
- North Durham Academy6.9 km away
- Tanfield School7.0 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Durham|11.2 km away
- Chester-le-Street|11.3 km away
- Dunston|16.1 km away
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
