This week, Australia's national auction clearance rate came in at 48.2% across 3,467 scheduled auctions, with 1,671 properties sold. That's ↑1.8% compared to last week's 46.4%.

City-by-City Breakdown

City	Clearance Rate	vs Last Week	Scheduled	Sold Prior	At Auction	Sold After	Total Sold
Sydney	42.46%	↓1.1%	1399	338	256	33	627
Melbourne	48.11%	↑6.6%	1511	260	467	53	780
Brisbane	26.17%	↓9.9%	214	23	33	11	67
Adelaide	51.5%	↓0.3%	200	24	79	22	125
Canberra	47.55%	↓1.8%	143	31	37	4	72

What The Numbers Mean

At 48.2%, the national clearance rate indicates a buyer's market. Buyers have more negotiating power, and some properties are passing in at auction. This environment rewards patience and disciplined bidding.

Tips for This Week's Buyers

Set your zones before auction day. With clearance rates rising, know your comfort, stretch and absolute limit before you walk in. Set up your auction plan.
Watch the bidding pace. A rising clearance rate means more competition — be ready to act decisively.
Use real-time tracking. Follow along with Smart Bid's live bidding tracker to see exactly where you stand against your budget zones. Start tracking now.

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