This week, Australia's national auction clearance rate came in at 46.7% across 3,484 scheduled auctions, with 1,626 properties sold. That's ↑0.3% 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	40.82%	↓2.8%	1411	332	244	47	623
Melbourne	46.84%	↑5.3%	1584	255	487	48	790
Brisbane	29.63%	↓6.4%	216	22	42	13	77
Adelaide	46.15%	↓5.6%	169	21	57	8	86
Canberra	48.08%	↓1.2%	104	23	27	0	50

What The Numbers Mean

At 46.7%, 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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