48 ST GODRICS DRIVE
HOUGHTON LE SPRING, WEST RAINTON, COUNTY DURHAM DH4 6SZ
£125,000
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Council tax band
B
Last sold
£125,000 Apr 2026
Local average
£149,567 (-16.4%)
Deprivation
Decile 6 (17,097 of 33,755)
Street crime
23 incidents within 1 mile (Jul 2026)
Key features
- No Forward Chain & Vacant Possession
- Modern Semi-Detached Home
- Pleasant Cul-de-Sac Position
- Two Double Bedrooms
- Private Rear Garden & Double Driveway
- Sunroom Extension
Additional details
- Parking
- On street, Driveway, No permit
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Ideally suited to a first-time buyer or those downsizing, this modern semi-detached home is neutrally decorated throughout and extended to the rear with the addition of a sunroom. Positioned on the outskirts of the cul-de-sac, the property benefits from a private rear garden with mature planting, a lawn, and a patio area. To the front is an open lawned garden and a double-length driveway providing off-street parking for two cars and access to the property via a porch. The internal accommodation briefly comprises an entrance porch, a 17-ft lounge, a fitted kitchen with built-in cooking appliances, and a sunroom with double doors opening to the rear garden. On the first floor, there are two double bedrooms and a bathroom with a shower and a screen over the bath. Additionally, there is gas central heating and double glazing.
There is a range of local shops and amenities available in West Rainton, with a more comprehensive selection of shopping and recreational facilities and amenities available in nearby Houghton-le-Spring and Durham City Centre. West Rainton is well placed for commuting purposes as it lies adjacent to the A(690) Durham to Sunderland Highway, making it accessible to other regional centres.
MATERIAL INFORMATION:
In compliance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team’s Material information in property listings Guidance
PART A
Local Authority – Durham County Council
Council Tax Band – B
Tenure – Freehold
PART B
Property Type – Semi-Detached
Property Construction – Standard
Number & Types of Rooms – Please refer to the details and floorplan, all measurements taken being the maximum dimensions available between internal walls
Gas Supply- Mains
Electricity supply – Mains
Water Supply – Mains (metered)
Sewerage – Mains
Heating – Gas fired central heating via radiators
Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website -
Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website –
Parking- Off-Street Parking, On-Street Parking (No Permit)
PART C
Building Safety – (The Vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues. However, we would recommend that the purchaser engages the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm)
Restrictions – Covenants which affect the property are contained within the Land Registry Title Register which is available for inspection.
Selective licencing area – No
Article 4 Planning Restricted area – the property is subject to Article 4 Direction
Conservation Area – N/A
Rights & Easements- None
Flood risk – Rivers and seas: Very Low / Surface water: Very Low
Coastal Erosion – N/A
Protected Trees - NA
Planning Permission – There are no current planning applications in the locality that we are aware of. Or planning details that are known
Accessibility/Adaptations – The property has not been altered for accessibility
Mining Area – Coal Mining Reporting Area, further searches may be required.
No other Material Information disclosures have been made by the vendor. This information has been compiled in good faith using resources readily available online and by enquiry of the vendor prior to marketing. However, such information could change after compilation of the data, so J W Wood cannot be held liable for any changes post compilation or any accidental errors or omissions.
Furthermore, J W Wood are not legally qualified and conveyancing documents are often complicated, necessitating judgement on our part about which parts are “Material Information” to be disclosed. If any information provided, or other matter relating to the property, is of particular importance to you, please do seek verification from a legal advisor before committing to expenditure.
HMRC supervises the legal obligation for all estate agents to conduct identity checks on their customers, this includes buyers when their offer is accepted. This must be completed, per purchaser, who in the transaction will result in being the legal owner(s) of the property. There is a £30 (inc VAT) administration fee per individual purchaser, for these checks.
Listed by
Durham City
J W Wood
Reference: 172726049
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
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Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Registered land (INSPIRE)
This location is outside the imported HM Land Registry INSPIRE registered freehold polygons.
Source: HM Land Registry INSPIRE Index Polygons.
FENSA Certificates
This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #8923723
Property Details
Street: 48 St. Godrics Drive
Town: West Rainton
Postcode: DH4 6SZ
Installation Details
Items: 5 windows and 1 door
Certificate Issued: 25/06/2012
Work Completed: 06/06/2012
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 | 28/04/2026 (4 months ago) | £125,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 ST GODRICS DRIVE, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6SZ | £130,000 | 29/02/2024 | Semi-detached |
| 153 WOODLAND VIEW, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6RL | £90,000 | 05/10/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 133 WOODLAND VIEW, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6RJ | £118,000 | 01/09/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 39 FAIR VIEW, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6RX | £75,000 | 01/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 16 FAIR VIEW, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6RU | £105,000 | 11/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 132 WOODLAND VIEW, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6RJ | £100,000 | 10/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 25 ST MARYS DRIVE, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6SP | £145,000 | 08/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 164 WOODLAND VIEW, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6RL | £120,000 | 04/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 32 FAIR VIEW, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6RX | £75,000 | 04/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 176 WOODLAND VIEW, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6RL | £105,000 | 15/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 118 WOODLAND VIEW, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6RJ | £75,000 | 24/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 2 ST GODRICS DRIVE, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6SZ | £125,000 | 14/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 29 ST GODRICS DRIVE, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6SZ | £115,000 | 11/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 119 WOODLAND VIEW, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6RJ | £125,000 | 11/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 95 FAIR VIEW, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6RY | £79,000 | 04/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 2 RAINTON VIEW, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6RT | £72,000 | 21/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 31 ST GODRICS DRIVE, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6SZ | £100,000 | 07/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 59 FAIR VIEW, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6RX | £80,000 | 20/12/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 164 WOODLAND VIEW, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6RL | £70,000 | 01/12/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 167 WOODLAND VIEW, WEST RAINTON, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, COUNTY DURHAM, DH4 6RL | £94,000 | 29/10/2021 | Semi-detached |
Area average: £99,900 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): County Durham. Series: Semi-detached. As of June 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for County Durham. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → County Durham.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Sunderland: £474/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Old Durham Road | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Briggs Cornerhouse | 0.3 miles |
| Shop | Green & White | 1.1 miles |
| Train station | Durham | 4.0 miles |
| Hospital | University Hospital of North Durham | 4.1 miles |
| Hospital | North End House | 4.1 miles |
| Train station | Chester-le-Street | 4.2 miles |
| University | Josephine Butler College | 4.9 miles |
| University | Stephenson College | 5.0 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 10 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 5 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 5 |
| Other theft | 2 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total incidents | 23 |
Within 1 mile during Jul 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Rainton Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 14 Dec 2017 |
| East Rainton Primary School | Primary | 1.0 miles | Good — 6 Nov 2013 |
| Hetton Academy | Secondary | 1.6 miles | — (Inspected (no overall grade)) |
| Pittington Primary School | Primary | 1.7 miles | Good — 13 Oct 2011 |
| Hetton Primary School | Primary | 1.7 miles | Good — 25 Feb 2015 |
Rental Comparables
Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.
| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bed Flat, Lambton View, DH4 | £1,000/mo | 2 | 0.42 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £1,000/mo (1 listing)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- 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).
- Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
- Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
- ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).