Scrap metal prices in the UK in April 2026 are being driven by several global macro-economic forces including increased infrastructure spending, the ongoing energy transition, and strong Asian demand for raw materials. EUROSCRAP provides regular price updates to help clients time their sales for maximum return.
Current UK Scrap Metal Price Overview
Copper scrap (Bare Bright, Grade 1) is trading at a premium driven by electric vehicle demand. Aluminium extrusion scrap remains strong. Stainless steel scrap has seen an uptick due to rising nickel prices. Steel and iron scrap prices are stable to slightly higher on construction demand from mainland Europe.
Non-Ferrous vs Ferrous Scrap
Non-ferrous metals — copper, aluminium, brass, lead, zinc, nickel and stainless steel — always command significantly higher prices per tonne than ferrous scrap (steel and iron). Separating non-ferrous from ferrous material before selling will substantially increase your return.
Get the Best Scrap Metal Price
The key factors are: sorting your material by type and grade, removing contaminants, understanding the current LME price, and working with a trusted buyer like EUROSCRAP who offers transparent LME-linked pricing. Call us today for your up-to-date quote.