UK Gold Prices & Comparison Directory
Get live gold prices and discover trusted sources to verify current rates. Compare prices from LBMA, Royal Mint, major dealers, and independent comparison tools all in one place.
Current UK Gold Prices
Prices updated every 15 minutes during market hours
Compare With Other UK Gold Price Sources
While our prices are updated every 15 minutes from market data, we believe in transparency. Here are other trusted sources where you can verify and compare UK gold prices:
📊 LBMA Gold Price
The official London gold fixing price, set twice daily by major banks
Best for: Spot price benchmarks
Check LBMA Prices →💷 Bank of England
Official UK gold reserves and historical price data
Best for: Historical trends and analysis
View BoE Data →🌍 Kitco UK
International gold prices converted to GBP with live charts
Best for: Real-time price charts
View Live Charts →🏪 The Royal Mint
UK's official mint - retail prices for gold coins and bars
Best for: Buying new gold products
View Royal Mint Prices →💎 Hatton Garden Metals
London's jewellery quarter - scrap gold and jewellery prices
Best for: Scrap gold valuations
See Current Rates →🏛️ BullionVault
Professional trading platform with live buy/sell spreads
Best for: Investment gold prices
View Trading Prices →📈 Gold.co.uk
Compare prices from multiple UK dealers in one place
Best for: Dealer price comparison
Compare Prices →💰 Which? Money
Independent consumer advice on gold investing and prices
Best for: Unbiased guidance
Read Which? Guide →🔍 MoneySavingExpert
Martin Lewis's guide to selling gold at the best prices
Best for: Selling tips and tricks
Read MSE Guide →📱 LBMA Gold Price App
Official mobile app for real-time LBMA gold prices
Available on: iOS and Android
Search "LBMA Gold Price" in app stores🏛️ HMRC Gold VAT Rules
Official UK tax guidance on gold trading and VAT exemptions
Best for: Tax compliance
View HMRC Guidance →🔍 UK Hallmarking
Verify gold purity with official UK hallmark standards
Best for: Verifying gold authenticity
Check Hallmark Guide →Why We Share These Resources
We believe in transparency and helping you make informed decisions. While our calculator provides instant valuations based on live market data, comparing prices across multiple sources ensures you get the best deal when buying or selling gold in the UK.
Understanding UK Gold Prices
Your complete guide to gold valuation, market factors, and purity standards
UK gold prices are influenced by multiple global and local factors:
Exchange Rates
USD/GBP fluctuations directly impact UK prices
LBMA Fixing
Twice-daily benchmark sets UK trading prices
Economic Uncertainty
Inflation & instability increase gold demand
Different prices for different purposes:
Market price for immediate delivery
What dealers pay for your gold
Buying new coins/bars includes premium
UK hallmark standards and value:
Pro tip: Higher purity means closer to spot price value
Quick Reference
Best Selling Time
When spot price is high & GBP is strong
VAT on Gold
Investment gold is VAT exempt in UK
Capital Gains
UK coins (Sovereigns, Britannias) are CGT free
Why Gold Prices Are Rising in 2025
Economic Factors
- • Inflation hedge demand increasing
- • Central bank gold purchases at record highs
- • Currency devaluation concerns
- • Economic uncertainty driving safe-haven demand
Market Dynamics
- • Supply constraints in major mining regions
- • Increased investment demand
- • Geopolitical tensions boosting demand
- • ETF inflows reaching new highs
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