Sold Semi-detached

19 SHEEPWASH BANK

CHOPPINGTON, GUIDE POST, NORTHUMBERLAND NE62 5LY

3 beds 2 baths 1,668 sq ft Listed 13 Mar 2025 (-494d)

£220,000

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# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (NE62 5LY)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 19 SHEEPWASH BANK, CHOPPINGTON, GUIDE POST, NORTHUMBERLAND NE62 5LY |
| Price | £220,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | C |
| Construction age | England and Wales: before 1900 |
| Floor area | 155 m² |
| Last sold | £221,000 Jul 2025 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 07/02/2026 — **EXPIRED** (no longer valid for marketing or letting)
- **Current heating cost:** £1,368/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £20,985

### Recommendations
- Q (£4,000 - £14,000)
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- E (£85)
- G (£350 - £450)
- U (£5,000 - £8,000)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0388-7046-6262-7396-5970)

## Description

Entering the property, you are greeted by a welcoming porch and hallway showcasing parkette flooring, a feature that runs throughout much of the ground floor. From here, you can access the spacious living room, which boasts a large bay window, filling the room with natural light. French doors open into the rear garden, creating a seamless connection with the outdoors. The dining area is equally impressive, with large sliding doors to the rear garden, and flows into a well-appointed kitchen with attractive wall and base units, complemented by sleek countertops and integrated appliances including an oven, hob, washing machine and dryer.

On the first floor, you’ll discover three generously sized bedrooms, with the master bedroom benefiting from the luxury of an en-suite bathroom. The family bathroom is a true highlight, featuring a walk-in shower, freestanding bathtub, hand basin, and W.C. On the second floor, there is a versatile loft space, offering the perfect opportunity to tailor to your needs.

Externally, the property offers a well maintained split-level rear garden with ample patio area, perfect for outdoor furniture. For added convenience, there is off-street parking with both a garage and driveway as well as additional communal land to the rear shared with neighbours. This period home combines classic charm with modern amenities and is ideally situated in a location that offers both tranquillity and easy access to local and city amenities.

**Living Room** - 8.64 x 4.16 (28'4" x 13'7") -

**Dining Room** - 3.42 x 3.35 (11'2" x 10'11") -

**Kitchen** - 3.12 x 2.48 (10'2" x 8'1") -

**Bedroom One** - 4.29 x 3.6 (14'0" x 11'9") -

**En Suite** - 2.19 x 1.64 (7'2" x 5'4") -

**Bedroom Two** - 4.29 x 3.6 (14'0" x 11'9") -

**Bedroom Three** - 3.08 x 1.95 (10'1" x 6'4") -

**Bathroom** - 3.78 x 3.28 (12'4" x 10'9") -

**Loft Room** - 5.72 x 5.72 (18'9" x 18'9") -

## Property Photos

- ![Front External](/listings/photos/159380159/1356488) - Front External
- ![Living Room](/listings/photos/159380159/1356489) - Living Room
- ![Living Room](/listings/photos/159380159/1356490) - Living Room
- ![Living Room](/listings/photos/159380159/1356491) - Living Room
- ![Dining Room](/listings/photos/159380159/1356492) - Dining Room
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/159380159/1356493) - Kitchen
- ![Hallway](/listings/photos/159380159/1356494) - Hallway
- ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/159380159/1356495) - Bedroom One
- ![En Suite](/listings/photos/159380159/1356496) - En Suite
- ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/159380159/1356497) - Bedroom Two
- ![Bedroom Three](/listings/photos/159380159/1356498) - Bedroom Three
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/159380159/1356499) - Bathroom
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/159380159/1356500) - Bathroom
- ![Loft Room](/listings/photos/159380159/1356501) - Loft Room
- ![Rear External](/listings/photos/159380159/1356502) - Rear External
- ![Rear External](/listings/photos/159380159/1356503) - Rear External
- ![Rear External](/listings/photos/159380159/1356504) - Rear External
- ![Rear External](/listings/photos/159380159/1356505) - Rear External

## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/159380159/1356506) - Floorplan

## EPC Graphs

- ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/159380159/1356507) - EE Rating

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #14966401
- **Address:** 19 Sheepwash Bank, CHOPPINGTON, NE62 5LY
- **Certificate Issued:** 26/12/2021
- **Work Completed:** 13/12/2021
- **Items:** 1 door(s)

### FENSA Certificate #15686966
- **Address:** 19 Sheepwash Bank, CHOPPINGTON, NE62 5LY
- **Certificate Issued:** 26/03/2023
- **Work Completed:** 14/12/2022
- **Items:** 6 window(s)

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 19 SHEEPWASH BANK, GUIDE POST, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5LY | £221,000 | 01/07/2025 | Semi-detached |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 34 SHEEPWASH AVENUE, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5NN | £105,000 | 16/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 2 OLYMPIA AVENUE, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DS | £125,000 | 12/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 13 PARKWAY, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5EA | £112,000 | 22/09/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 20 PARKWAY, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5EA | £110,000 | 18/08/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 31 SCHOOL AVENUE, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DN | £135,000 | 16/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 2 OLYMPIA AVENUE, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DS | £128,000 | 13/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 43 OLYMPIA AVENUE, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DU | £95,000 | 28/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 9 PARKWAY, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5EA | £78,000 | 07/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 63 CLEASWELL HILL, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DY | £130,000 | 04/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 63 CLEASWELL HILL, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DY | £130,000 | 03/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 22 SYCAMORE AVENUE, GUIDEPOST, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5PE | £94,000 | 01/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 45 WELBECK ROAD, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5PA | £75,000 | 24/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 74 SHEEPWASH BANK, GUIDE POST, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5NB | £87,500 | 31/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 70 SHEEPWASH BANK, GUIDE POST, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5NB | £85,000 | 17/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 22 WELBECK ROAD, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5NH | £90,000 | 29/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 15 WELBECK ROAD, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5NH | £75,000 | 08/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 30 SHEEPWASH BANK, GUIDE POST, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5LZ | £112,000 | 28/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 63 OLYMPIA AVENUE, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DU | £69,500 | 25/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 27 WELBECK ROAD, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5NJ | £80,000 | 25/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 41 OLYMPIA AVENUE, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DU | £116,000 | 14/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 23 SHEEPWASH BANK, GUIDE POST, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5LY | £165,000 | 04/02/2022 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £165,000 (1 sale)
**Area average:** £101,600 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £168,263 (19 Semi-detached, NE62, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +30.7%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Northumberland). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £611/mo
- **Realistic:** £679/mo
- **Optimistic:** £747/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Northumberland (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £529/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.31% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £84,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £67,900

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £1,419/m²

## Capital growth trend

*Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.*

- **5y growth:** 53.2%
- **10y growth:** 62.3%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Northumberland; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 6.3%
- **5y growth (index):** 24.5%
- **10y growth (index):** 47.3%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

155 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: before 1900

Last sold

£221,000 Jul 2025

Price per m²

£1,419/m²

Local average

£168,263 (+30.7%)

Deprivation

Decile 2 (3,719 of 33,755)

Street crime

54 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

Period Property
Retains Many Original Features
Three Bedroom Semi-detached
Mater Bedroom with En-Suite
Versatile loft space
Proximity to Cresswell Beach

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

Signature North East welcomes you to this charming three-bedroom semi-detached period property, located in the popular area of Choppington. With over 100 years of history, this home retains many original features, beautifully complemented by high-standard modern décor throughout. The property is ideally situated with a five minute walk to River Wansbeck and a short drive to Cresswell Beach. Local shops and eateries are within walking distance, and it offers easy access to nearby transport links.

Entering the property, you are greeted by a welcoming porch and hallway showcasing parkette flooring, a feature that runs throughout much of the ground floor. From here, you can access the spacious living room, which boasts a large bay window, filling the room with natural light. French doors open into the rear garden, creating a seamless connection with the outdoors. The dining area is equally impressive, with large sliding doors to the rear garden, and flows into a well-appointed kitchen with attractive wall and base units, complemented by sleek countertops and integrated appliances including an oven, hob, washing machine and dryer.

On the first floor, you’ll discover three generously sized bedrooms, with the master bedroom benefiting from the luxury of an en-suite bathroom. The family bathroom is a true highlight, featuring a walk-in shower, freestanding bathtub, hand basin, and W.C. On the second floor, there is a versatile loft space, offering the perfect opportunity to tailor to your needs.

Externally, the property offers a well maintained split-level rear garden with ample patio area, perfect for outdoor furniture. For added convenience, there is off-street parking with both a garage and driveway as well as additional communal land to the rear shared with neighbours. This period home combines classic charm with modern amenities and is ideally situated in a location that offers both tranquillity and easy access to local and city amenities.

Living Room - 8.64 x 4.16 (28'4" x 13'7") -

Dining Room - 3.42 x 3.35 (11'2" x 10'11") -

Kitchen - 3.12 x 2.48 (10'2" x 8'1") -

Bedroom One - 4.29 x 3.6 (14'0" x 11'9") -

En Suite - 2.19 x 1.64 (7'2" x 5'4") -

Bedroom Two - 4.29 x 3.6 (14'0" x 11'9") -

Bedroom Three - 3.08 x 1.95 (10'1" x 6'4") -

Bathroom - 3.78 x 3.28 (12'4" x 10'9") -

Loft Room - 5.72 x 5.72 (18'9" x 18'9") -

Listed by

Morpeth

Signature By Mark Small

Reference: 159380159

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

This certificate expired on 07/02/2026. A new EPC may be required before the property can be marketed or let.

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 08/02/2016

Expiry date: 07/02/2026 (expired)

Current heating cost: £1,368/year

Potential heating cost: £1,204/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £20,985

EPC D or below may face future regulation risk. Upgrading to C could improve long-term ROI.

Recommendations

50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£85)
Upgrade heating controls (£350 - £450)
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£5,000 - £8,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan

EPC Graphs

EE Rating

FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #14966401 Recent

Property Details

Street: 19 Sheepwash Bank

Town: CHOPPINGTON

Postcode: NE62 5LY

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 26/12/2021

Work Completed: 13/12/2021

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #15686966 Recent

Property Details

Street: 19 Sheepwash Bank

Town: CHOPPINGTON

Postcode: NE62 5LY

Installation Details

Items: 6 windows

Certificate Issued: 26/03/2023

Work Completed: 14/12/2022

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	01/07/2025 (1 year ago)	£221,000	—

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address	Price	Date	Type
34 SHEEPWASH AVENUE, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5NN	£105,000	16/12/2025	Semi-detached
2 OLYMPIA AVENUE, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DS	£125,000	12/12/2025	Semi-detached
13 PARKWAY, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5EA	£112,000	22/09/2023	Semi-detached
20 PARKWAY, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5EA	£110,000	18/08/2023	Semi-detached
31 SCHOOL AVENUE, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DN	£135,000	16/12/2022	Semi-detached
2 OLYMPIA AVENUE, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DS	£128,000	13/12/2022	Semi-detached
43 OLYMPIA AVENUE, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DU	£95,000	28/10/2022	Semi-detached
9 PARKWAY, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5EA	£78,000	07/10/2022	Semi-detached
63 CLEASWELL HILL, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DY	£130,000	04/10/2022	Semi-detached
63 CLEASWELL HILL, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DY	£130,000	03/10/2022	Semi-detached
22 SYCAMORE AVENUE, GUIDEPOST, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5PE	£94,000	01/09/2022	Semi-detached
45 WELBECK ROAD, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5PA	£75,000	24/06/2022	Semi-detached
74 SHEEPWASH BANK, GUIDE POST, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5NB	£87,500	31/05/2022	Semi-detached
70 SHEEPWASH BANK, GUIDE POST, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5NB	£85,000	17/05/2022	Semi-detached
22 WELBECK ROAD, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5NH	£90,000	29/04/2022	Semi-detached
15 WELBECK ROAD, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5NH	£75,000	08/04/2022	Semi-detached
30 SHEEPWASH BANK, GUIDE POST, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5LZ	£112,000	28/03/2022	Semi-detached
63 OLYMPIA AVENUE, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DU	£69,500	25/03/2022	Semi-detached
27 WELBECK ROAD, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5NJ	£80,000	25/02/2022	Semi-detached
41 OLYMPIA AVENUE, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5DU	£116,000	14/02/2022	Semi-detached
Same street 23 SHEEPWASH BANK, GUIDE POST, CHOPPINGTON, NORTHUMBERLAND, NE62 5LY	£165,000	04/02/2022	Semi-detached

Street average: £165,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £101,600 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 53.2%

10y growth 62.3%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Northumberland. Series: Semi-detached. As of April 2026.

1y (index) 6.3%

5y (index) 24.5%

10y (index) 47.3%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Northumberland. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £611/mo

Realistic £679/mo

Optimistic £747/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Northumberland.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Northumberland: £529/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Guide Post, The Square	0.1 miles
Shop	The Old School Tattoo Co	0.1 miles
Shop	Dicksons	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Unknown	0.1 miles
Hospital	The Rutherford Cancer Centre North East	1.2 miles
Train station	Ashington	1.9 miles
Train station	Bedlington	2.0 miles
Hospital	Wansbeck General Hospital	2.8 miles
University	Blyth Marine Station	4.9 miles
University	Northumbria University Coach Lane Campus	10.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	18
Anti-social behaviour	13
Shoplifting	10
Public order	4
Criminal damage and arson	2
Other crime	2
Vehicle crime	2
Burglary	1
Drugs	1
Possession of weapons	1
Total incidents	54

Within 1 mile during May 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name	Type	Distance	Ofsted
Cleaswell Hill School	Other	0.2 miles	Outstanding — 10 Apr 2017
Mowbray Primary School	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 3 Mar 2020
Ringway Primary School	Primary	0.5 miles	Good — 11 Jul 2024
Choppington Primary School	Primary	0.7 miles	— (Inspected (no overall grade))
Stakeford Primary School	Primary	1.1 miles	Good — 19 Mar 2024

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.31%

Max investor price (0.8%) £84,875

Target investor price (1%) £67,900

Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).

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