Automated valuation models in the UK: what they cannot see
An AVM estimates price from models trained on comparables and features. It may never visit the garden, smell damp, or know about a looming Section 20.
Published: 16 Apr 2026 · Updated: 16 Apr 2026 · 4 min read
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An AVM estimates price from models trained on comparables and features. It may never visit the garden, smell damp, or know about a looming Section 20.
Good uses
Screening, portfolio monitoring, and curiosity. Pair with viewing notes and survey findings.
Bad uses
Treating an app number as a bid ceiling on a unique home.
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