Probate valuation · Preston
Probate needs the home’s value on the date of death, not today’s price. In Preston, average prices have moved 22.2% up over five years, so the date matters.





The short answer
Date of death
The average home today is £188,103. 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) | £181,550 | +3.6% |
| 3 years ago (Aug 2023) | £172,432 | +9.1% |
| 5 years ago (Aug 2021) | £153,871 | +22.2% |
| 10 years ago (Aug 2016) | £134,665 | +39.7% |
Nearby
Average home in each council area, with the change over five years.
FAQ
Customers in North West paid a median of £345, with most between £345 and £375.
No. It is the value on the date of death. In Preston the average home has moved 22.2% 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 Preston is £188,103. It costs more in Chorley (£216,624). It costs less in Blackpool (£138,065) and Burnley (£136,703).
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