In short: Handy for selling locally at no cost; scams are common, so avoid bank transfers to strangers.
- Mostly free listings
- Scams are common
- Not tested by us
Before you sign up
Checked 2026-09-28 · based on official and public sources · not tested by us
Local classifieds for used goods, cars, jobs, rentals and services in the UK and Australia.
Data sheet
Compiled from the public sources linked below
| What it does | Local classifieds for used goods, cars, jobs, rentals and services. |
|---|---|
| Cost | Mostly free listings; paid visibility upgrades. |
| Sign-up | Free account. |
| Operator | Gumtree UK (O3 Industries / Novum Capital); Gumtree Australia separate owner |
| Caution | Serves the UK and Australia (separate companies). Scams are common; avoid bank transfers to strangers. |
When to use it
People in the UK or Australia selling used goods or cars, or searching for local jobs, rentals and services.
Before you use it
Scams are common; avoid bank transfers to strangers. Gumtree UK and Gumtree Australia are run by separate companies.
How to use it
- Create a free Gumtree account
- Post your listing with photos and a price
- Meet the buyer and avoid bank transfers to strangers
Why people use it
Gumtree is one of the UK’s largest local classifieds sites and also a major site in Australia at gumtree.com.au.
Checked 2026-09-28 · compiled from public sources; we have not tested it ourselves. Terms change, so check the official pages before you rely on it. · Official site · Wikipedia: Gumtree