UK Sheep & Lambs Prices
On the DEFRA price index (2020 = 100), UK sheep & lambs prices were 172.5 in July 2026 — 72.5% above the 2020 average@if($c['yoy']!==null && !$abs), up 8.9% year on year@endif.
UK Sheep & Lambs price trend (2014–2026)
Index, 2020 = 100 (annual average). Latest bar = 2026.
The numbers
| Price index (July 2026, 2020=100) | 172.5 (72.5% above 2020) |
|---|---|
| Index year-on-year | +8.9% |
| Index five-year change | +49.1% |
Understanding these figures
This is a price index, not an absolute price: it shows how the UK farm-gate price of sheep & lambs has moved relative to its 2020 average (set at 100). Sheep & Lambs itself is usually quoted pence per kg. For current absolute market prices, see AHDB.
Sheep & Lambs price frequently asked questions
Are UK sheep & lambs prices going up or down?
UK sheep & lambs prices in July 2026 were up 8.9% on a year earlier.
What is the sheep & lambs price index?
It is DEFRA's measure of how the farm-gate price of sheep & lambs has changed relative to 2020 (set at 100). A value of 172.5 means prices are 72.5% above the 2020 average.
Where does this data come from?
From official DEFRA statistics published on gov.uk under the Open Government Licence: the Agricultural Price Index for the trend. We do not republish restricted commercial data.
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Source: DEFRA Agricultural Price Indices, Crown copyright, published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Page updated 4 Nov 2026.