Probate valuation · Consett
Probate needs the home’s value on the date of death, not today’s price. In Consett, average prices have moved 19.3% up over five years, so the date matters.





The short answer
Date of death
The average home today is £140,788. 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) | £134,230 | +4.9% |
| 3 years ago (Aug 2023) | £123,791 | +13.7% |
| 5 years ago (Aug 2021) | £118,028 | +19.3% |
| 10 years ago (Aug 2016) | £98,695 | +42.6% |
Nearby
Average home in each council area, with the change over five years.
FAQ
You get a fixed price online before you book.
No. It is the value on the date of death. In Consett the average home has moved 19.3% 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 Consett is £140,788. It costs more in Billingham (£172,698) and Darlington (£159,770). It costs less in Hartlepool (£136,625).
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