Scrap Metal Prices in Devonport
Devonport's ferry terminal handles bulk metal flows between Tasmania and the mainland. Local yards compete with shipping-cost-driven export options.
Current scrap metal prices in Devonport
Spot price equivalents adjusted for Devonport's regional rate (0.80×). Actual yard payouts apply the grade-specific payout rate on top — typically 12–78% of spot depending on grade.
| Metal | Sydney spot | Devonport equiv. | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | $17.88 | $14.30 | Grades & payouts → |
| Aluminium | $4.54 | $3.63 | Grades & payouts → |
| Brass | $13.46 | $10.77 | Grades & payouts → |
| Steel | $0.42 | $0.34 | Grades & payouts → |
| Stainless Steel | $2.33 | $1.87 | Grades & payouts → |
| Lead | $2.81 | $2.25 | Grades & payouts → |
| Zinc | $4.49 | $3.59 | Grades & payouts → |
| Nickel | $22.91 | $18.33 | Grades & payouts → |
How Devonport compares
Scrap yards in Devonport pay roughly 20% below the Sydney national benchmark (0.80× regional adjustment). Among Australian regional centres, rates here are closest to Whyalla (0.80×). The lower payout reflects Devonport's distance from major smelters and ports — transport costs to processing facilities reduce what yards can pay sellers.
Other Tasmania scrap markets
Yards across Tasmania pay rates relative to their distance from major smelters and ports. Hobart is the state capital and typically has the most competitive rates in the state.
Popular items: what they're worth in Devonport
Estimated scrap value at Devonport yards. Assumes properly prepared material (oil drained, copper stripped from motors, refrigerant degassed where required).
Scrap yards in Devonport
4 verified scrap yards in the Devonport area with addresses, phone numbers, and ratings. Browse all 4 yards →
Frequently asked questions about scrap metal in Devonport
Where are the best scrap metal yards in Devonport? +
We're building a verified directory of Devonport scrap yards with hours, accepted metals, and seller reports. Until that's live, the practical approach is to call 2-3 yards in your area before transporting a load — published rates are useful guides but actual offers vary by day, load size, and material quality.
Why does Devonport pay less than Sydney for scrap metal? +
The 20% gap to Sydney reflects transport costs. Metal sold in Devonport eventually travels to a smelter or export port — typically via Hobart — and yards price the freight cost into their offer. Our regional adjustment is modelled from observed yard rates plus distance to processing facilities.
What's the highest-paying scrap metal in Devonport? +
Copper, by a wide margin. Clean bare-bright copper currently pays around $11.16 per kilogram in Devonport. Brass and aluminium follow, with steel paying the least per kilogram but compensating through volume — most ferrous loads are weighed on commercial weighbridges where small differences in rate matter less than tonnage.
Do Devonport scrap yards require photo ID? +
Yes for most non-ferrous metals and always for lead-acid batteries and catalytic converters. Tasmania legislation requires yards to record seller identification on regulated transactions, primarily to deter metal theft. A driver's licence is the most commonly accepted form. Cash payments above certain thresholds may require additional documentation under state-specific regulations.
What other TAS cities have scrap yards? +
Yes — Burnie, Hobart, Launceston all have active scrap yards covered on this site. Hobart (the Tasmania capital) generally has the most yards and most competitive rates in the state.
When is the best time of week to bring a load to a Devonport yard? +
Tuesday through Thursday mornings generally produce the best experience. Yards are less crowded than Mondays (when weekend volume arrives), prices are stable mid-week, and weighbridge wait times are shorter. Many Devonport yards close early on weekends or operate reduced hours, so confirm opening times before transport.