Scrap Metal Prices in Manchester
Check current scrap rates at yards across Manchester. Compare local prices against the national average.
Best Metals to Sell in Manchester Right Now
Ranked by current local price per kg — highest paying first.
Copper tracks the LME copper contract (COMEX + LME). Prices move with global manufacturing demand — particularly from China — and energy costs.
Brass value is derived from its copper content (typically 60–80%). When copper moves, brass follows.
Bronze contains copper and tin — its value tracks copper closely. Often found as heritage fittings, statues, or industrial bushings.
Current Local Prices
Indicative rates reported at Manchester scrap yards. Actual prices vary by yard, quantity, and material condition.
| Metal | Local Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Copper | £4.12–£4.90/kg ≈ £4,116–£4,900/tonne | Details |
| Aluminium | £0.78–£1.18/kg ≈ £784–£1,176/tonne | Details |
| Brass | £2.74–£3.33/kg ≈ £2,744–£3,332/tonne | Details |
| Lead | £1.08–£1.37/kg ≈ £1,078–£1,372/tonne | Details |
| Iron | £0.12–£0.20/kg ≈ £118–£196/tonne | Details |
| Bronze | £2.35–£2.94/kg ≈ £2,352–£2,940/tonne | Details |
| Steel | £0.15–£0.24/kg ≈ £147–£245/tonne | Details |
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Selling Scrap Metal in Manchester
Manchester's scrap yards handle a mix of domestic clearances and trade loads from the construction and manufacturing sectors. The industrial areas of Trafford Park, Salford, and East Manchester have active scrap dealers alongside the more residential outer boroughs. Copper, aluminium, and steel are the main materials traded, with brass and lead also widely accepted.
Local Tips for Getting a Better Price in Manchester
Trafford Park is the largest industrial scrap zone — several major yards sit within a short radius.
Northern cities typically pay slightly below London for copper but above for steel and iron.
Weigh your copper separately before visiting — mixed loads often get graded down.
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 Manchester
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Where can I sell scrap metal in Manchester?▾
Scrap yards are spread across Greater Manchester, with concentrations in Trafford Park, Salford, and Stockport. Check our Manchester scrap yards page for registered dealers near you.
Do Manchester scrap yards collect?▾
Some do, particularly for larger loads or if you are a trade customer. Call ahead and describe your load — free collection is more common for commercial volumes.
Are Manchester scrap prices the same as the national average?▾
Generally yes, within a small margin. Manchester is a large enough market that competition keeps prices close to national benchmarks.
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