UK Lead Price: ~£2,100 per Tonne (February 2023)
As of February 2023, the London Metal Exchange (LME) cash settlement price for lead averaged approximately £2,100 per metric tonne.
Important caveats:
- Prices fluctuate daily based on global supply/demand, inventory levels, currency moves, and macro sentiment.
- Retail/scrap prices for small quantities (e.g., lead-acid batteries, roofing scrap) are significantly lower—typically £1,000–£1,500/tonne delivered to merchants.
- For current pricing, check the LME official site or UK scrap metal indices (e.g., Let's Recycle, BMRA).