UK SCRAP METAL PRICES TODAY
The independent UK Scrap Metal Price Index — updated regularly. Know what copper, aluminium, brass, and lead are fetching before you step inside a yard.
National Price Index
Average minimum and maximum prices across UK scrap yards. All prices are indicative — use our calculator to estimate your exact haul.
| Material | Price Range | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| Copper | £4.20–£5.00/kg ≈ £4,200–£5,000/tonne | |
| Aluminium | £0.80–£1.20/kg ≈ £800–£1,200/tonne | Up |
| Brass | £2.80–£3.40/kg ≈ £2,800–£3,400/tonne | |
| Steel | £0.15–£0.25/kg ≈ £150–£250/tonne | Down |
| Lead | £1.10–£1.40/kg ≈ £1,100–£1,400/tonne | |
| Iron | £0.12–£0.20/kg ≈ £120–£200/tonne | |
| Bronze | £2.40–£3.00/kg ≈ £2,400–£3,000/tonne | |
| Stainless Steel | £0.60–£1.10/kg ≈ £600–£1,100/tonne |
Local Prices & Scrap Yards
Scrap values vary significantly by region. Find your nearest city to see local rates and locate the highest-paying yards near you.
How the Price Index Works
We collect price data across UK scrap yards to give you an independent reference. Here is what the numbers mean.
Prices per kg & tonne
All prices lead with per-kilogram rates — the figure that matters to most sellers. Tonne rates are shown as secondary for reference.
Grade matters most
The same metal can pay 2–3× more depending on purity and condition. We show prices by grade so you know what your specific material is worth.
Local rates vary
Yard prices vary by region. Our city pages show local market data so you can compare what yards near you are paying versus the national average.
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