UK Auction List is a subscription-based service offering comprehensive listings of traditional property auctions across the UK. Members gain access to detailed property descriptions, street views/maps, auction catalogues (when available), virtual tours (if offered), and auctioneer contact information. Additional features include Property Alerts, an Auction Calendar, and an Auctioneer Directory. To request legal packs, arrange viewings, or place bids, members should contact the auctioneers directly, as we serve as a listing platform rather than conducting auctions ourselves.
Q: What property auction information do you provide to subscribers?
A: We are a subscription service offering access to a comprehensive database of traditional auction properties across the UK. Subscribers can search for properties by county, type, and price range. We normally suggest looking at all the properties in the first instance, to get a more comprehensive list. (Remember that there are a lot fewer properties for auction, than those for sale through an estate agent).
Each property listing includes full descriptions, maps, street views, virtual tours (if available), and links to auction catalogues and auctioneer websites. Members can also track favourite lots, set up Property Alerts, and access the Auction Calendar and Auctioneer Directory.
Properties are listed once the full catalogue is available, and unsold lots are displayed for up to 5 weeks. Before registering, make sure the property is a current auction lot in our database, not an outdated listing from a search engine. Any lot with a past date is likely to be old or sold.
To bid, contact the auction house directly for more details, legal packs, and viewing information. This applies to the unsold lots as well – you would need to phone the auctioneer to see if the property is still unsold, or available to buy. Also worth noting that properties are sometimes sold or withdraw prior to auction and we recommend that you check with the auctioneer before the auction date that the property you are interested in, is still going under the hammer.
Q: Why do you charge a subscription fee?
A: We charge a small subscription fee to contribute towards our website's running costs and avoid distracting third-party ads. It’s just over 20p per day for a three-month subscription and under 30p per day for a monthly subscription. Remember, cancel before your subscription renews if you only want it for the initial period.
Our service helps people who want easy access to UK auction properties in one place. We list properties from both large and small auction houses, many of the latter which can’t afford to advertise elsewhere. Subscribers can contact auctioneers directly, saving time and hassle.
In short, our website offers a wide selection of auction properties across the UK, with a small fee for easy access to all listings in one spot.
Q: Where do you get your information?
A: We have permission from auction houses to display their properties. All property details are sent directly to us and manually uploaded by our team. We provide these listings in good faith, but the auction houses are responsible for the information, so it's always best to verify details with them. We can't guarantee the accuracy of the information, and properties may be withdrawn, sold, or postponed, so be sure to check for updates with the auctioneer.
Q: How often do you update the database?
A: Properties are added daily or weekly, depending on auction catalogue releases. Note that most auction houses close in August and from mid-December to early January, so fewer properties are listed during this time. New catalogues typically start appearing in mid-January.
Always search directly on our website for the most up-to-date listings. Search engine results may show outdated properties, so verify on our site before registering.
Q: What types of property are listed?
A: Properties include residential, retail units, commercial, investments, ground rents, industrial sites, land for development, plus many more. They are a mixture of tenanted, vacant, leasehold and freehold.
Q: Where are the properties that you list?
A: The property auctions take place all over the UK - England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Q: How many properties do you display?
A: The number of properties in our database changes daily based on new catalogues and sold/unsold lots. We aim to upload new catalogues within 24-48 hours, but sometimes late releases may cause delays. If a catalogue isn't available in PDF format, we still list the auction house in our Auction Calendar and Auctioneer Directory with a link to their website.
Q: Why don't all the properties have full details and photos?
A: We provide as much information as possible, but sometimes small details or photos may be missing when the catalogue is released. The PDF shown is exactly how it appears in the auction catalogue. For more details, contact the auctioneer directly.
Q: Can I view unsold properties from past property auctions?
A: Unsold lots from past auctions are automatically displayed after all the forthcoming properties. These are updated within 24-48 hours after the auction and stay on our site for up to 5 weeks. Ensure you're viewing current unsold lots from our database, not outdated ones from search engines. Always contact the auctioneer to confirm if the property is still available, as we may not always receive updates on post-auction sales.
Q: Can I contact UK Auction List to help me find a property for auction?
A: UK Auction List is an online tool only. While we aim to make the site user-friendly, if you need help, please drop us a line via our Contact Form for a detailed response. We can't perform property searches or recommend individual properties. Our outsourced receptionists may not have all the answers, so reaching out directly is the best option for support.
(We are a small business and therefore outsource call answering in order to support us day to day. These receptionists may not have all the answers, so reaching out directly is the best option for support).
Q: Can you send me a printed catalogue?
A: We don’t send printed materials due to our environmental policy. If you're interested in specific properties, you can save and print them yourself—don’t forget to print double-sided to help save trees!
Q: Can I auction my property through UK Auction List?
A: Yes, you can. We partner with top auction houses across the UK to ensure great service. To sell a property at auction, please fill out our property auction enquiry form or call on 0203 6039530.