Probate valuation · Southsea
Probate needs the home’s value on the date of death, not today’s price. In Southsea, average prices have moved 7.9% up over five years, so the date matters.





The short answer
Date of death
The average home today is £245,954. 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) | £245,716 | +0.1% |
| 3 years ago (Aug 2023) | £253,692 | -3.1% |
| 5 years ago (Aug 2021) | £228,030 | +7.9% |
| 10 years ago (Aug 2016) | £188,391 | +30.6% |
Nearby
Average home in each council area, with the change over five years.
FAQ
Customers in South East paid a median of £375, with most between £345 and £455.
No. It is the value on the date of death. In Southsea the average home has moved 7.9% 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 Southsea is £245,954. It costs more in Basingstoke (£373,551) and Andover (£372,289).
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