KEIGHLEY people could unknowingly be sat on a windfall, according to a finance expert.

New data gives details of latest unclaimed estates.

And the list contains a string of popular surnames – including Smith, Jones and Brown – as well as less common names.

Several factors contribute to estates going unclaimed.

Often people die without leaving a will, or wills are outdated.

Gary Hemming, of ABC Finance, says: "The revelation of these unclaimed estates serves as a compelling reminder of our connections to the past and the importance of maintaining those links.

"Whether your surname is Smith, Jones or something less common, there might be a piece of history waiting for you to claim.

"It's an opportunity not just to enrich yourself, but to honour the legacy of those who came before.

"Estates can range from quaint countryside cottages to hidden treasures and long-forgotten family heirlooms. Each unclaimed estate is a narrative thread of someone's life, waiting to be woven back into the family tapestry.

"With hundreds of estates lingering without rightful owners, the chance you may be the heir to one of them is not as slim as you might think!"

The full list can be found at gov.uk/government/statistical-data-sets