Police Auctions Near Me in the UK: How They Work
GovAuctions does not list UK police sales. This page explains where police forces sell lost, unclaimed and forfeited property, and shows the 4,594 government and surplus lots we do list, so you can see what is for sale near you.
Prices are in pounds. Most lots are sold plus the auctioneer's buyer's premium, with VAT on the premium, and some lots carry VAT on the hammer price too. Most lots are collection-only from the auctioneer's site, with a set collection window after the sale. Check the collection address and any loading help on each lot before you bid.
Last updated: 2026-09-25
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How police auctions work in the UK
GovAuctions does not list UK police sales, so none of the lots on this page are police property. In England and Wales, property that comes into police hands and cannot be returned is disposed of under the Police (Property) Act 1897 and the Police (Property) Regulations 1997, and forces sell it online rather than from a local saleroom.
Many forces use Bumblebee Auctions, the national police property site, where unclaimed items run on seven-day online auctions. Others sell through John Pye's online police sales or their own eBay shops (Sussex, Leicestershire, Thames Valley and Northamptonshire police all run one). Search those for property near you, and check whether the lot ships or must be collected from the force.
Live government and surplus lots
Stihl MS880 Chain Saw - 47” Blade - Petrol
Solihull, Birmingham · 121 bids
2016 Ford Transit 350 Tipper Chassis Cab - YT66 HDF - 132308 Miles
Solihull, Birmingham · 84 bids
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2022 Toyota Cesab Tonero20 M320V Diesel Forklift Truck
Various Locations, UK · 81 bids
2016 Ford Transit Connect 200 Limited - HJ66 UHD - 280136 Miles
Solihull, Birmingham · 76 bids
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2010 Suzuki GSX 1300 BK8 Motorcycle - 16,242 miles - CV60 NTT
Wakefield, West Yorkshire · 74 bids
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Husqvarna Chain Saw - 36” Blade - Petrol
Solihull, Birmingham · 69 bids
Stihl MS201TC Chain Saw - 12” Blade - Petrol
Solihull, Birmingham · 68 bids
2018 BMW S1000 R Motorcycle - 16,854 miles - ND67 VZT
Wakefield, West Yorkshire · 68 bids
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Stihl MS462C Chain Saw - 24” Blade - Petrol
Solihull, Birmingham · 67 bids
Stihl MS880 Chain Saw - Petrol
Solihull, Birmingham · 62 bids
Talbott T150 Hand-Fed Wood-Waste Workshop Heater
Various Locations, UK · 60 bids
Tree Rigging Bollard with Straps & Pulley
Solihull, Birmingham · 56 bids
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I find police auctions near me?
- UK police forces sell unclaimed and forfeited property through a handful of channels. Many use Bumblebee Auctions, the national police property site, which runs seven-day online auctions; others use John Pye's online police sales or their own eBay shops (Sussex, Leicestershire, Thames Valley and Northamptonshire police all have one). Wilsons sells for Police Scotland. Search those sites and check whether each lot ships or has to be collected from the force.
- Does GovAuctions list UK police auctions?
- No. We do not carry any UK police or council source, so nothing on this page is police property. What we do list near you is 4,594 live government and surplus lots from Eddisons, BPI Auctions, NCM Auctions and Apex Auctions, which are often the same kinds of goods (vehicles, tools, IT and equipment) sold by commercial auctioneers.
- What law covers police selling lost and stolen property?
- In England and Wales, property in police possession that cannot be returned to its owner is dealt with under the Police (Property) Act 1897 and the Police (Property) Regulations 1997, which allow it to be sold after set periods. Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own rules.
- Can I get police auction items delivered?
- It depends on the seller. On force eBay shops, smaller items often have a delivery option while bikes and large items are usually collection-only. Bumblebee and auction-house sales set their own collection and delivery terms per lot, so read them before you bid.