Scrap Nickel Prices in Sydney
Scrap nickel in Sydney currently pays from $12.76 per kilogram for clean nickel up to $12.76 for clean nickel. As the capital of New South Wales, Sydney has the densest scrap yard network in the state.
Nickel grades and payouts in Sydney (per kg)
Estimated yard payouts for each grade, based on the current LME spot ($23.19/kg) and Sydney's 1.00× regional adjustment. Actual offers vary by yard, load size, and material quality.
| Grade | Payout rate | Est. mid (AUD/kg) | Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clean Nickel Pure nickel — uncommon in residential scrap. | 55% | $12.76 | $10.84 – $14.67 |
Price history
Local Sydney prices track the national nickel series — multiply by 1.00 for Sydney equivalents. View the full 30-day chart on the national nickel page.
Nickel in Sydney
Sydney has Australia's largest scrap metal market by volume, driven by construction in Greater Sydney and large industrial activity in Western Sydney corridors like Wetherill Park, Silverwater, and Liverpool. Competition between yards keeps payouts close to national benchmarks.
As a capital city, Sydney has the densest scrap yard concentration in New South Wales, with active buyers for all common nickel grades. Industrial demolition, residential renovations, and trade volumes from electricians, plumbers, and panel beaters provide consistent supply.
Scrap yards in Sydney that buy nickel
80 verified scrap yards in the Sydney area. Browse all yards in Sydney →
Frequently asked questions
What's the current price for scrap nickel in Sydney? +
Today's estimated payouts in Sydney range from $12.76 per kilogram (clean nickel) up to $12.76 (clean nickel). Prices update daily and reflect Sydney's 1.00× regional adjustment from the Sydney benchmark. See the grades table above for all payouts.
Where can I sell scrap nickel in Sydney? +
We're building a verified directory of Sydney scrap yards. Until that's live, call 2-3 yards in your area before transport. Most Sydney yards accept nickel in all common grades, though smaller yards may have minimum weight requirements.
Why does Sydney typically pay the highest scrap nickel rates? +
Sydney is the national benchmark for all scrap metal payouts. Dense buyer competition, the Port of Sydney for export, and short transport distances to major smelters keep rates the highest in Australia. Nickel specifically benefits from this because non-ferrous metals export through Sydney in significant volumes.
How is nickel graded at Sydney yards? +
Sydney yards use the same grading system as the rest of Australia: Clean Nickel. The grade depends on cleanliness, alloy purity, and contamination. See our complete <a href="/metals/nickel/">Nickel grading guide</a> for what each grade means, examples, and how to identify it.
Do I need ID to sell nickel at a Sydney yard? +
Yes for any non-ferrous scrap. New South Wales legislation requires yards to record seller ID on regulated transactions to deter metal theft. Bring a driver's licence or other photo ID. Cash payments above certain thresholds may require additional documentation.
Is it worth driving from Sydney to a bigger city for higher nickel rates? +
Sydney rates are already at or near the national best (1.00× regional adjustment). Driving to another city is unlikely to produce a meaningful upside for nickel sales.