7 Cross Rigg Close, Penshaw, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7SP is a leasehold detached property built between 1991-1995. The property offers approximately 1,378 square feet of living space. In this location, properties of similar size usually have four bedrooms.

The estimated current market value of the property is £308,960 , which equates to approximately £224 per square foot. It was last sold on 27 May 2011 for £220,000. Since then, the value has increased by £88,960, representing a 40.4% increase, or approximately 2.8% per year.

The current estimated value of £308,960 is:

  • 12.0% lower than the average property price on Cross Rigg Close
  • 7.9% lower than the average in the DH4 7SP postcode area
  • and 59.9% higher than the average price for Houghton Le Spring as a whole

This property has had 2 EPC inspections with recorded tenure information. It was recorded as owner-occupied both times. This suggests the property has typically been lived in by its owners, which often reflects longer-term residency and more consistent maintenance.

At the most recent EPC inspection on 20 November 2013, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

View sold house prices in DH4 7SP

Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Detached House
Built
1991-1995
Interior Size
1378 sq ft
Tenure
Leasehold
Price (estimate)
£308,960
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£224
Bedroom Count (estimate)
4 bedrooms

EPC Summary

7 Cross Rigg Close, Penshaw, Houghton Le Spring, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, DH4 7SP has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, based on the latest assessment carried out on 20 Nov 2013.

This property uses a gas-fired boiler and radiators, connected to the mains gas supply, as its main heating source. Hot water is provided from main heating system. The windows are fully double glazed.

The previous EPC assessment was conducted on 15 Apr 2011. The rating of D is unchanged, though the energy efficiency score decreased by 15.4%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The hot water energy efficiency changing from good to average, while the system remained as from main system.
  • The roof construction or insulation changed from pitched, 150 mm loft insulation to pitched, 200 mm loft insulation, with no change in energy efficiency (good).
  • The wall construction or insulation changed from cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed) to cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed), changing energy efficiency from good to poor.
  • The lighting was updated from low energy lighting in 27% of fixed outlets to low energy lighting in 79% of fixed outlets, with efficiency improving from average to very good.
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system
Average
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Good
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Poor
Windows
Fully double glazed
Average
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 79% of fixed outlets
Very Good

Compared to DH4 7SP

3 rd / 26
Price Rank
8% lower than average
13 th / 24
Size Rank
4% smaller than average
2 nd / 24
Price Per Sq FT Rank
4% lower than average

Compared to other properties in DH4 7SP , this house's estimated value ranks 3rd out of 26. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 2nd out of 24 properties. This suggests a relatively high price per square foot, which may reflect quality, location, or recent upgrades. In terms of size, this home ranks 13th out of 24 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£308,960
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+40 %
27 May 2011
£220,000
Leasehold
+78.9 %
25 Feb 1999
£123,000
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 8
size: 1539 sq ft
sale price: £315,000
sale date: 7 Feb 2025
rooms: 6
size: 1238 sq ft
sale price: £300,000
sale date: 31 Aug 2023
rooms: 6
size: 1238 sq ft
sale price: £300,000
sale date: 2 Jun 2023
rooms: 8
size: 1356 sq ft
sale price: £280,000
sale date: 15 Oct 2019
rooms: 8
size: 1399 sq ft
sale price: £260,000
sale date: 30 Apr 2019

Data Sources

The property at 7 Cross Rigg Close, Penshaw, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7SP appears two times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 27 May 2011. It also has two Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 20 Nov 2013. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

This website uses public sector information from:

These datasets are licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by HM Land Registry or DLUHC.


Disclaimer: StreetScan.co.uk makes all reasonable efforts to ensure the information provided on this website is current and accurate; however, no warranties or representations are made as to its completeness or accuracy. StreetScan.co.uk expressly disclaims any and all liability for any loss, damage, or expense arising directly or indirectly from the use of, or reliance upon, such information.