Four out of six categories of properties (see below) have dropped in value since May 2009.  As you’ll see, some by a little, such as 4 bedroomed houses, whilst others have taken a fairly significant drop.

On a positive note though, 1 bedroomed flats/apartments in the Bideford area have increased in value substantially, whilst 3 bedroomed houses have also seen a slight rise.

Example house prices in Bideford, North Devon - where Cherry Picked Choices are based - are as follows:

• 1 Bed Flats/Apartments = £114,971 (May 2009)   £127,960 in July 2009
• 2 Bed Flats/Apartments = £199,382 (May 2009)   £193,041 in July 2009
• 3 Bed Flats/Apartments = £359,337 (May 2009)   £341,957 in July 2009
• 2 Bed Houses = £163,163 (May 2009)   £157,261 in July 2009
• 3 Bed Houses = £213,340 (May 2009)   £216,583 in July 2009
• 4 Bed Houses = £360,510 (May 2009)   £352,537 in July 2009