Non-Ferrous

Lead Scrap Prices UK

£1.03per kg▲ +1.1%30D
Low £0.90High £1.15

Lead is dense and soft, traditionally used for roofing, flashing, and batteries. Lead-acid battery scrap is the most common form traded in the UK.

Lead Price Chart

Up to 90 days
£/kg£1.02£1.02£1.02£1.03£1.03
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Lead Grades

Updated 14 Apr 2026
GradeAvg Price30D Change
Lead Sheet£1.03▲ +1.1%
Lead Batteries£0.190.0%

Lead News & Guides

Scrap Metal 101

How to Sell Scrap Metal in the UK: A Beginner's Guide

A plain-English guide to selling scrap metal in the UK, what's worth money, where to take it, what ID you need, and how to get a fair price.

14 Apr 2026 · 9 min read

Scrap Metal 101

What Scrap Metal Is Worth: A Plain-English Price Guide

A plain-English guide to what scrap metal is actually worth in the UK, copper, brass, aluminium, lead, steel, and common household items.

14 Apr 2026 · 6 min read

Scrap Metal 101

Do I Need ID to Sell Scrap Metal in the UK? Rules Explained

Yes, UK law requires photo ID and proof of address every time you sell scrap metal. Here's what ID you need, why, and what happens if you don't have it.

14 Apr 2026 · 5 min read

Scrap Metal 101

Where's My Nearest Scrap Yard, and What Will They Take?

How to find a reputable scrap metal yard near you in the UK, what they'll accept, and what to ask before loading up the car.

14 Apr 2026 · 5 min read

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