Prices from a London-area yard (Simvic, Chertsey), not a UK average.
Lead price today
£1.15per kg
Lead
Yard price, verified . Final price depends on grade, condition and weight.
Lead · Surrey & London
Lead Scrap Price per kg today — £1.10–£1.15 (25 Oct)
Lead is £1.10–£1.15 per kg (£1,100–£1,150 per tonne), verified 25 Oct 2026.
Lead is very dense, soft and dull grey. Most scrap lead comes from roofing work — sheet, flashing and old pipe — as well as vehicle wheel weights.
Because roofing lead theft is a known problem, licensed dealers record seller details carefully. Selling lead from a building you work on may prompt questions about its origin.
Compare with our full scrap metal price list, or check car batteries prices and zinc prices. Work out what your load is worth with the scrap metal price calculator, see our scrap metal prices for London, or request a lead quote.
Lead prices
Yard prices
Prices verified
| Metal / grade | £ per kg |
|---|---|
Lead FreshVerified | £1.10 – £1.15 per kg |
Final price depends on the grade, condition and weight of your metal. Price badges: green under 4 days old, amber 4–14 days, grey older.
Lead battery scrap price
Lead-acid batteries are £0.10–£0.15 per kg (£100–£150 per tonne), verified 25 Oct 2026. A complete lead-acid battery is a separate buying grade, not a bundle of clean lead sheet. Its case and electrolyte mean the lead headline rate should not be applied to the whole battery. Keep batteries intact and upright, never drain acid or dismantle them for metal, and confirm acceptance before taking them to the buyer. Lithium batteries are not this grade.
Scrap lead prices
Lead is £1.10–£1.15 per kg (£1,100–£1,150 per tonne), verified 25 Oct 2026. This is the listed lead grade, distinct from the separate lead-acid battery price. Roofing flashing can carry mortar, nails or felt; those attachments affect grading and the weight that can be valued as lead. Remove loose contamination safely and keep doubtful materials apart. Wear gloves and wash your hands after handling lead, and retain evidence that the material is yours to sell.
Lead grades and materials
Materials on our confirmed buying list. Acceptance and grading depend on condition; contact us about attachments, contamination or unusual items.
- Lead
- Lead
- Scrap lead.
How to identify lead
- Lead is extremely heavy for its size, soft enough to scratch with a fingernail, and non-magnetic.
- Fresh cuts are bright silver and quickly dull to grey.
- Wheel weights may have steel clips or be made of zinc or steel instead of lead.
Preparation and contamination
- Wear gloves and wash your hands after handling lead; do not eat or drink while handling it.
- Remove nails, mortar and roofing felt.
- Keep wheel weights separate from clean sheet lead.
What affects the price
- Lead market reference prices.
- Cleanliness — attached mortar, paint and steel reduce value.
- Proof of origin for roofing lead.
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Lead price FAQs
How much is scrap lead worth per kg today?
The headline lead grade, Lead, is up to £1.15 per kg at Simvic in Chertsey (verified 25 Oct 2026). Lower grades and contaminated material pay less; confirm before travelling.
Do I need ID to sell scrap lead?
Yes. Licensed dealers must verify and record the identity of anyone selling scrap metal, and lead is closely checked.
Will a London scrap yard pay me in cash?
No. Under the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013, licensed dealers in England and Wales cannot pay for scrap metal in cash. Expect a bank transfer or cheque, and bring photo ID and proof of address, which dealers are required to record.