Scrap Metal Prices in Bristol
Check current scrap rates at yards across Bristol. Compare local prices against the national average.
Current Local Prices
Indicative rates reported at Bristol scrap yards. Actual prices vary by yard, quantity, and material condition.
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Selling Scrap Metal in Bristol
Bristol is a busy market for scrap metal, particularly for copper and aluminium from the city's large stock of Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing. Property renovations, plumbing replacements, and commercial refits generate a steady flow of non-ferrous material to Bristol yards throughout the year.
The main yard concentrations are in Avonmouth, Bedminster, and Kingswood. Bristol's proximity to the South West ports also means some yards handle marine and industrial metals as well as domestic scrap.
Local Tips for Getting a Better Price in Bristol
Bristol's aerospace and marine heritage means industrial aluminium (sheet, extrusions) is well-understood here.
Yards in Avonmouth handle bulk industrial loads; city yards are better for smaller domestic quantities.
Brass from period properties is common in the Bristol area — identify and separate before selling.
Know what you have. Use our grade identification guide before you go — grades can mean 2–3× more money for the same weight.
Scrap Yards in Bristol
View AllCommon Questions
Where are scrap yards near Bristol?▾
Avonmouth, Bedminster, and Kingswood have the highest concentration of yards. Check our Bristol scrap yards listing for all registered dealers and opening times.
Do Bristol scrap yards pay cash?▾
No. The Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013 requires all registered yards to pay by bank transfer or cheque. Cash payments are illegal.
What are the most valuable metals to scrap in Bristol?▾
Copper from Victorian plumbing and aluminium from window frame replacements attract the highest per-kg rates at Bristol yards.