Houses for sale in Houghton Le Spring, County Durham
House Prices in Houghton Le Spring
Properties in Houghton Le Spring have an average house price of £173k and had 242 Property Transactions within the last 3 years.¹
Houghton Le Spring is an area in County Durham with 2,663 households², where the most expensive property was sold for £1.4M.
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Property price trends in Houghton Le Spring
According to the latest Land Registry data, the average home in Houghton Le Spring sold for £177,220 in 2026. That figure comes from 2,884 sales logged over the past 31 years.
Prices have moved up over the last three years. Compared with 2023, when the typical sale came in around £171,334, that's a rise of roughly 3.4%.
Looking back five years, average prices are up about 14.8% since 2021, a gain of around £22,793 in cash terms.
Zoom out to the past decade for the fuller picture. Back in 2016, homes here averaged £159,699, so the typical sold price has climbed about 11% since then, roughly 1% a year. Stretch the view to fifteen years and that annual pace edges up closer to 2.7%.
Frequently asked questions about Houghton Le Spring
What is the average price for a property for sale in Houghton Le Spring?
The average price for a property for sale in Houghton Le Spring is £173,016. This amount is 23% higher than the average price in County Durham. There are 1,397 property listings for sale in Houghton Le Spring.
What locations have the most expensive properties for sale in Houghton Le Spring?
The location with the most expensive properties for sale in Houghton Le Spring is Sherburn at an average of £189,423.
What locations have the most affordable properties for sale in Houghton Le Spring?
The location with the most affordable properties for sale in Houghton Le Spring is Lumley at an average of £161,462.
Which train stations are available in or near Houghton Le Spring?
Some of the train stations available in or near Houghton Le Spring are Chester-Le-Street, Durham and Seaham.
Property Price Paid in Houghton Le Spring by Year
The average sold property price by year was:
| Year | Average Sold Price | Price Change |
Sold Properties
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £177,220 | 
-11% |
5 Properties |
| 2025 | £197,110 | 
23% |
80 Properties |
| 2024 | £151,280 |
-13% |
84 Properties |
| 2023 | £171,334 |
7% |
73 Properties |
| 2022 | £158,864 |
3% |
103 Properties |
| 2021 | £154,427 |
12% |
125 Properties |
| 2020 | £135,370 |
-19% |
76 Properties |
| 2019 | £160,577 |
19% |
76 Properties |
| 2018 | £129,702 |
3% |
81 Properties |
| 2017 | £125,339 |
-27% |
87 Properties |
Property Price per Property Type in Houghton Le Spring
Here you can find historic sold price data in order to help with your property search.
The average Property Paid Price for specific property types in the last three years are:
| Property Type | Average Sold Price | Sold Properties |
|---|---|---|
| Flat | £87,214.00 | 7 Flats |
| Semi Detached House | £150,216.00 | 65 Semi Detached Houses |
| Detached House | £331,036.00 | 64 Detached Houses |
| Terraced House | £97,255.00 | 106 Terraced Houses |
Transport in Houghton Le Spring
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