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With a rating of 4.2/10 from 5 viewers, Homes Under the Hammer is a mixed bag according to viewer ratings.

What is Homes Under the Hammer about?

Homes Under the Hammer is a British renovation and auction series that originally screened on BBC One as part of the BBC's morning television schedule, the series has been running since 2003. Its main presenters are Lucy Alexander and Martin Roberts, although in series three Marc Woodward and Jas...

Homes Under the Hammer

Name: Homes Under the Hammer
Genre: Reality
Released: 2003-11-17
Rating: 4.2
Cast: Martin Roberts, Dion Dublin, Martel Maxwell, Jacqui Joseph

TV Show TV-G 2003 1h/ep 4.2 /10 Returning

A BBC One Original

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About Homes Under the Hammer

Homes Under the Hammer follows teams of presenters and ordinary buyers as they track properties bought at UK auctions through renovation and resale. Each episode shows the auction itself, the state of the property, the plans and budgets owners set, and the building work that follows, with progress updates and final valuations. It keeps spoilers out of the picture by focusing on process and choice rather than surprise endings. Over time the format highlights the practical realities of refurbishing auction purchases, from paperwork and planning to tradespeople and unexpected costs, while letting the people involved tell their own stories.

First broadcast in 2003 on BBC One, the series has been a staple of the BBC morning schedule and has run for many series. Presenters have included Martin Roberts, Lucy Alexander, Dion Dublin, Martel Maxwell and Jacqui Joseph, among others, keeping the line up fresh across seasons.

The show hasn’t been a major awards contender, it hasn’t picked up high-profile industry trophies, but its longevity and consistent scheduling have made it a reliable part of daytime TV programming for the BBC.

Homes Under the Hammer has had a clear effect on popular interest in property auctions and renovation shows, helping normalize the idea of buying below-market properties and adding practical detail to the genre. It regularly pulled strong daytime audiences, with reports of large market share for its slot, and it’s become a reference point when people talk about auction houses and refurb projects on social media and in casual conversation.

Critical reception and audience response have been mixed, as reflected in lower review scores but steady viewer numbers. The program emphasizes practical themes: budgeting, negotiation, planning constraints, and hands-on construction work, along with the human side of decision making when people invest time and money into transforming a property.

Details

Release Date: November 17, 2003
Episode Length: 1h
Rating: TV-G
User Ratings: 5 votes
Type: TV Series
Seasons: 28
Episodes: 479
Network: BBC One
Status: Returning Series
Genres: Reality
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Lion Television
External Links: View on IMDB

Cast

Martin Roberts

Self - Presenter

Dion Dublin

Self - Presenter

Martel Maxwell

Self - Presenter

Jacqui Joseph

Self - Presenter

Seasons (28 seasons, 479 episodes)

Season 1

20 episodes - 2003

Season 2

50 episodes - 2004

Season 3

8 episodes - 2006

Season 4

40 episodes - 2006

Season 5

0 episodes

Season 6

2 episodes - 2007

Season 7

2 episodes - 2007

Season 8

2 episodes - 2007

Season 9

2 episodes - 2008

S10

Season 10

2 episodes - 2008

S11

Season 11

2 episodes - 2008

S12

Season 12

2 episodes - 2008

S13

Season 13

2 episodes - 2009

S14

Season 14

2 episodes - 2010

S15

Season 15

2 episodes - 2011

S16

Season 16

2 episodes - 2012

S17

Season 17

2 episodes - 2013

S18

Season 18

2 episodes - 2014

Season 19

3 episodes - 2015

S20

Season 20

39 episodes - 2016

S21

Season 21

2 episodes - 2017

S22

Season 22

55 episodes - 2018

S23

Season 23

2 episodes - 2019

S24

Season 24

7 episodes - 2020

S25

Series 25

15 episodes - 2022

S26

Series 26

80 episodes - 2023

S27

Series 27

80 episodes - 2024

Series 28

64 episodes - 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

Homes Under the Hammer is not currently available to stream, rent, or buy online in the US. Check back later for updates.

Homes Under the Hammer has 28 seasons with a total of 479 episodes.

With a rating of 4.2/10 from 5 viewers, Homes Under the Hammer is a mixed bag - check out reviews to see if it's right for you.

Homes Under the Hammer stars Martin Roberts, Dion Dublin, Martel Maxwell, and Jacqui Joseph.

Homes Under the Hammer was released on November 17, 2003.

Homes Under the Hammer is a Reality series.

Yes, Homes Under the Hammer follows real auction listings, buyers, and renovation projects. The footage is edited for TV, but the sales and the renovation work you see are genuine.

The show is filmed at properties and auction houses across the UK, featuring locations from cities and suburbs to smaller towns. Episodes pick a wide range of regions to show different market conditions and property types.

The series is rated TV-G, so it's suitable for general audiences including children. It may show tools, construction work, and discussion of budgets, but it doesn't contain graphic content.

Yes, Homes Under the Hammer has been running since 2003 and is listed as a returning series, so new episodes continue to be produced as part of the BBC's daytime schedule.