Updated · 17 May 2026
Household Cable (40%) price UK
Standard twin-and-earth house wiring with PVC insulation still attached. About 40% copper by weight.
UK yard average
TodayCopper · Household Cable (40%)
£2.48
per kg avg · range £2.45–£2.50 · 2 sources
Regional Prices
Per kg by UK region
Prices vary by region. Yards near ports typically pay more thanks to cheaper export routes.
Midlands
£2.50
1
South West & Wales
£2.45
1
London & South East
£2.45
1
North West
£2.60
1
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What is Household Cable (40%)?
Household cable is the standard twin-and-earth wiring (6242Y) used in UK domestic electrical installations. It is about 40% copper by weight, with the rest being PVC insulation and earth wire. This is the most common type of cable from house rewiring jobs.
Tips for best price
- Don't strip twin-and-earth. The copper content is too low to make stripping worthwhile.
- Keep separate from armoured cable and data cable, which are worth less.
- Large quantities from rewiring jobs add up. A full house rewire can produce 20-30kg.