Ferrous

Steel Scrap Prices UK

£0.15per kg▲ +1.7%30D
Low £0.11High £0.18

Steel is the most recycled material on Earth. Ferrous scrap prices follow global iron ore and steelmaking demand. Heavy steel commands higher prices than light iron due to lower processing costs.

Steel Price Chart

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Steel Grades

Updated 14 Apr 2026
GradeAvg Price30D Change
HMS 1 (Heavy)£0.15▲ +1.7%
HMS 2 (Light)£0.060.0%

Steel 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

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

For Tradespeople

The Tradesperson's Guide to Scrap Income

How UK tradespeople can turn everyday job scrap into a reliable second income, what to keep, how to sort, current prices, and what most people miss.

14 Apr 2026 · 8 min read

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