The Auction Market Starts 2026 on a Strong Note!
The UK property auction market entered 2026 with encouraging momentum as activity levels closed out December 2025 at elevated levels, setting a positive tone for the year ahead.
According to the latest January 2026 EIG newsletter, auction volumes and values finished up 14.2% year-on-year, reflecting sustained demand and competitive bidding across both residential and commercial stock.
December 2025 delivered a robust end to the year, with the property auction market showing growth across key measures:
These figures are a clear indicator of the continued popularity of property auctions. Despite market uncertainty and buyer caution, the broad trend has been one of continued growth for auctions throughout 2025 and into 2026.
Residential property continued to dominate auction volumes and values:
December 2025 (vs December 2024):
Full-year 2025:
Residential lots remain the backbone of auction activity, supported by ongoing investor interest in homes, buy-to-lets and value-add opportunities.
Commercial auctions also showed competitive activity:
December 2025 (vs December 2024):
2025 cumulative:
Commercial stock continues to draw interest from investors seeking income-producing and redevelopment opportunities.
Edward Mellor’s January 2026 online property auction delivered a strong start to the year, reinforcing the effectiveness of auction as a sales route.
This performance highlights how partnering with an experienced auction house like Edward Mellor can generate fantastic results, particularly where our clear pricing strategy and proactive marketing build buyer engagement.
We manage every stage of the auction process from valuation to marketing and successful completion, ensuring sellers benefit from speed, transparency and certainty of sale.
Better yet, sellers can sell in just seven weeks, receiving the funds from their transaction in as little as 28 days from completion.
To sell your property with the North West’s leading auction house, contact the Edward Mellor team today by booking a free, zero-obligation property valuation using the link below.
The latest EIG data confirms that 2025 closed with strong activity levels, positioning the UK auction market for continued momentum in 2026. Record annual sale volumes and values reinforce auctions as a trusted sales method for a broad range of properties.
Regional variations continue to define auction results. Across the North West, the number of lots sold at auction increased by 3.1% between October 2025 and December 2025.
This represented an increase in auction revenue across the North West of 19.9%, from £133.3M to £153.2M.
With healthy competition across regions and property types, the auction market remains attractive for sellers seeking a timed, transparent sale and for buyers targeting opportunities often unavailable in the open market.
If you’re considering selling or buying at auction in 2026, engaging early with auction professionals like Edward Mellor can help you navigate the process and position your property for the best result.
Sources: Essential Information Group January 2026 Newsletter; Edward Mellor January 2026 Auction Results.
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