Published: 22/01/2025 By Meredith Wallis
The Essential Information Group collates comprehensive data on property sales at auctions across the UK and has released statistics that reinforce Symonds & Sampson’s position as the Southwest’s leading auctioneers (outside Bristol).Auction Partner Meredith Wallis (pictured) is understandably proud of these statistics: ‘The national figures for December 2024 reveal that 69% of properties sold at auction across the UK. In comparison, our success rate was an impressive 90%, including residential and commercial properties across Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, and Somerset.
‘Our performance between October and December 2024 was equally impressive, selling 62 lots at auction with an 88% success rate. The regional average was 74%. Some auctioneers—particularly those offering online-only bidding—reported a 50% return, with one Somerset firm selling just three lots with a 60% return.
‘These statistics demonstrate that success follows success and selecting the right auctioneer is crucial.’
Symonds & Sampson are inviting entries into their property auctions over the coming months, so if you would like further information about selling at auction, please get in touch with Meredith, Mark or Graham (below) to arrange a free, no-obligation market appraisal, or call into your nearest Symonds & Sampson office.
