Development LandLand Auctions
5 auction lots for sale across the UK, updated daily. Land and property for sale at auction across the UK, from development sites to surplus fields.
Sell your land at auction- Listings for sale
- 5
- Median asking price
- £180K
- Median price per acre
- £179K
- Under £50K
- 0
- Development Land
Land Auctions by area
In partnership with OLAPA
Sell your land at auction
Development sites, surplus land and consented plots often achieve their best price with open-market competition. List with our auction partner and reach active land buyers across the UK.
Buying land at auction
Auctions are a fast and transparent way to buy land. Once the hammer falls the sale is legally binding, so read the legal pack, arrange finance and get any surveys done before auction day.
Expect to pay a deposit of around 10% plus a buyer’s fee on the day, with completion usually within 28 days.
Frequently asked questions
How do land auctions work?
Lots are offered with a guide price and a legal pack. Bidding happens in the room, online or by phone, and the highest bid above the reserve wins. Exchange happens when the hammer falls, with completion typically 28 days later.
Can I sell my land at auction?
Yes. Landlister works with auction partner OLAPA to sell land at auction. Auctions suit development sites, surplus land and plots that benefit from open-market competition.
How much does auction lots cost in the UK?
The median asking price for auction lots listed on Landlister is currently £180,000, ranging from £60,000 to £425,000. Per acre the median is around £178,947, though small plots cost much more per acre than large holdings.
Where is the most auction lots for sale?
Right now the most listings are in County Durham (1), Greater Manchester (1), North Yorkshire (1), Brecknockshire (1). Use the area links on this page to narrow down to one county.
What should I check before buying auction lots?
Check the title and boundaries with HM Land Registry, confirm legal access and rights of way, look at flood risk on the government flood map and ask about services such as water and electricity. A solicitor and, for larger purchases, a land agent or surveyor are worth involving early.
Can I build on land I buy?
Only if planning permission is granted. Most agricultural and amenity land has no automatic right to build a house, so speak to the local planning authority or a planning consultant before you buy if you hope to develop.