Probate valuation · Buxton
Probate needs the home’s value on the date of death, not today’s price. In Buxton, average prices have moved 26.1% up over five years, so the date matters.





The short answer
Date of death
The average home today is £265,635. If the death was some time ago, the value the estate needs is the one from then.
| Date of death | Average home then | Change to today |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year ago (Aug 2025) | £249,613 | +6.4% |
| 3 years ago (Aug 2023) | £240,594 | +10.4% |
| 5 years ago (Aug 2021) | £210,674 | +26.1% |
| 10 years ago (Aug 2016) | £167,339 | +58.7% |
Nearby
Average home in each council area, with the change over five years.
FAQ
Customers in East Midlands paid a median of £345, with most between £325 and £375.
No. It is the value on the date of death. In Buxton the average home has moved 26.1% over five years, so a value from the wrong date can be far out.
For a simple estate well under the Inheritance Tax threshold, agents’ written appraisals are often used. Where tax may be due or the value could be challenged, a RICS valuation is the safer choice.
The average home in Buxton is £265,635. It costs less in Derby (£210,076) and Chesterfield (£202,519).
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