Does the AUD to GBP rate move much?

It moves steadily, with most shifts driven by interest rate expectations or global sentiment. Sudden moves can follow key data releases or political developments.

Will I get the rate I see here?

We offer competitive pricing based on it, with a small, transparent margin, always shown upfront.

Can I fix the exchange rate now for later?

Yes. You can lock in a current rate using a forward contract, useful for budgeting future payments or protecting against volatility.

Why does commodity demand affect the Australian dollar?

Australia is one of the world's largest exporters of iron ore, coal, and other raw materials. When prices rise or demand increases, the dollar tends to strengthen.

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Australian Dollar to British Pound Exchange Rate (AUD to GBP)

Whether you are sending savings to the UK, paying for British education, or covering business costs, this page shows the live Australian Dollar to British Pound (AUD/GBP) exchange rate. Updated continuously, it helps you follow market changes and choose the right time for your transfer.

Live mid-market AUD/GBP rate, updated hourly
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Insights into what drives the exchange rate
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By Freddie Smith, Founder & CEO, Currencyflow · Updated 22 July 2026

Live AUD to GBP exchange rate chart

Use this live chart to see how the Australian Dollar is performing against the British Pound. Track changes as they happen and monitor trends over time.

Live rate: 1 AUD = 0.5239 GBP - Last updated: 04 Aug 2026, 20:00 UTC

AUD to GBP mid-market exchange rate history (1W)
Date	Rate (1 AUD = X GBP)
05 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4867
06 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4866
07 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4851
08 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4852
09 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4852
10 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4848
11 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4849
12 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4836
13 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4823
14 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4803
15 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4802
16 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4802
17 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4804
18 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4809
19 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4787
20 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4780
21 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4789
22 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4798
23 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4798
24 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4800
25 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4819
26 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4819
27 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4822
28 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4836
29 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4843
30 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4843
31 Aug 2025, 00:00	0.4846
01 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4841
02 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4871
03 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4870
04 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4852
05 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4854
06 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4854
07 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4858
08 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4869
09 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4871
10 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4891
11 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4910
12 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4905
13 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4905
14 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4907
15 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4905
16 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4899
17 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4881
18 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4882
19 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4896
20 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4896
21 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4894
22 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4884
23 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4879
24 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4896
25 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4902
26 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4884
27 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4884
28 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4887
29 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4897
30 Sept 2025, 00:00	0.4918
01 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4908
02 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4906
03 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4898
04 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4898
05 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4908
06 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4907
07 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4903
08 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4913
09 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4931
10 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4848
11 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4848
12 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4873
13 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4884
14 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4874
15 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4854
16 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4821
17 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4838
18 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4838
19 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4843
20 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4861
21 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4857
22 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4859
23 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4889
24 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4893
25 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4893
26 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4906
27 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4917
28 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4959
29 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4984
30 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4985
31 Oct 2025, 00:00	0.4992
01 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4992
02 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4984
04 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4981
05 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4987
06 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4935
07 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4935
08 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4935
09 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4948
10 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4961
11 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4965
12 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4979
13 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4963
14 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4961
15 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4961
16 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4965
17 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4936
18 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4951
19 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4969
20 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4930
21 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4928
22 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4928
23 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4934
24 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4934
25 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4917
26 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4926
27 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4936
28 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4951
29 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4951
30 Nov 2025, 00:00	0.4948
01 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4953
02 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4973
03 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4947
04 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4959
05 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4980
06 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4980
07 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4981
08 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4973
09 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4991
10 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4985
11 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4975
12 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4977
13 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4977
14 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4973
15 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4964
16 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4940
17 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4936
18 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4941
19 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4942
20 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4942
21 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4942
22 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4943
23 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4960
24 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4971
25 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4964
26 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4976
27 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4976
28 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4975
29 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4956
30 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4972
31 Dec 2025, 00:00	0.4953
01 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4956
02 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4973
03 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4973
04 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4973
05 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4961
06 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4989
07 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4994
08 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4986
09 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4990
10 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4990
11 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4992
12 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4981
13 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4978
14 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4972
15 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.5008
16 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4996
17 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4996
18 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.4989
19 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.5000
20 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.5008
21 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.5034
22 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.5067
23 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.5058
24 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.5058
25 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.5061
26 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.5055
27 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.5060
28 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.5091
29 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.5104
30 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.5090
31 Jan 2026, 00:00	0.5090
01 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5078
02 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5087
03 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5126
04 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5126
05 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5115
06 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5153
07 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5153
08 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5169
09 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5177
10 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5189
11 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5230
12 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5204
13 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5180
14 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5180
15 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5181
16 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5190
17 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5222
18 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5219
19 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5242
20 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5255
21 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5255
22 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5255
23 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5231
24 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5231
25 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5252
26 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5264
27 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5279
28 Feb 2026, 00:00	0.5279
01 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5265
02 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5299
03 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5273
04 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5292
05 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5249
06 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5241
07 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5241
08 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5237
09 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5266
10 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5305
11 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5327
12 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5299
13 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5279
14 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5279
15 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5288
16 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5309
17 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5322
19 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5274
20 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5263
21 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5263
22 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5257
23 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5219
24 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5215
25 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5195
26 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5164
27 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5184
28 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5184
29 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5174
30 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5195
31 Mar 2026, 00:00	0.5224
01 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5205
02 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5223
03 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5226
04 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5226
05 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5221
06 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5227
07 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5278
08 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5256
09 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5269
10 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5249
11 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5249
12 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5240
13 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5253
14 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5251
15 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5287
16 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5293
17 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5307
18 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5307
19 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5291
20 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5302
21 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5297
22 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5302
23 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5294
24 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5282
25 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5282
26 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5285
27 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5311
28 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5314
29 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5284
30 Apr 2026, 00:00	0.5294
01 May 2026, 00:00	0.5307
02 May 2026, 00:00	0.5307
03 May 2026, 00:00	0.5309
04 May 2026, 00:00	0.5297
05 May 2026, 00:00	0.5309
06 May 2026, 00:00	0.5323
07 May 2026, 00:00	0.5318
08 May 2026, 00:00	0.5316
09 May 2026, 00:00	0.5316
10 May 2026, 00:00	0.5322
11 May 2026, 00:00	0.5326
12 May 2026, 00:00	0.5347
13 May 2026, 00:00	0.5362
14 May 2026, 00:00	0.5388
15 May 2026, 00:00	0.5364
16 May 2026, 00:00	0.5364
17 May 2026, 00:00	0.5356
18 May 2026, 00:00	0.5339
19 May 2026, 00:00	0.5304
20 May 2026, 00:00	0.5322
21 May 2026, 00:00	0.5321
22 May 2026, 00:00	0.5307
23 May 2026, 00:00	0.5307
24 May 2026, 00:00	0.5309
25 May 2026, 00:00	0.5312
26 May 2026, 00:00	0.5329
27 May 2026, 00:00	0.5317
28 May 2026, 00:00	0.5328
29 May 2026, 00:00	0.5341
30 May 2026, 00:00	0.5341
31 May 2026, 00:00	0.5338
01 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5322
02 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5332
03 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5313
04 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5312
05 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5282
06 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5282
07 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5281
08 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5279
09 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5252
10 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5234
11 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5254
12 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5255
13 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5255
14 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5261
15 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5272
16 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5263
17 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5276
18 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5312
19 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5299
20 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5299
21 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5302
22 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5280
23 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5238
24 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5240
25 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5232
26 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5224
27 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5224
28 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5226
29 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5192
30 Jun 2026, 00:00	0.5216
01 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5189
02 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5185
03 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5198
04 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5198
05 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5196
06 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5193
07 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5187
08 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5178
09 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5176
10 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5189
11 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5189
12 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5186
13 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5183
14 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5207
15 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5176
16 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5193
17 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5190
18 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5190
19 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5190
20 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5212
21 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5232
22 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5226
23 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5233
24 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5242
25 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5242
26 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5239
27 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5257
28 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5249
29 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5206
30 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5220
31 Jul 2026, 00:00	0.5209
01 Aug 2026, 00:00	0.5209
02 Aug 2026, 00:00	0.5222
03 Aug 2026, 00:00	0.5211
04 Aug 2026, 20:00	0.5239

Mid-market rates for informational purposes only. Not the rate you will receive for a transfer.

Australian Dollar to British Pound: what's been happening?

Australian Dollar to British Pound - 12 month summary

12-month high

1 AUD = 0.5388 GBP

12-month low

1 AUD = 0.4780 GBP

Average rate

1 AUD = 0.5091 GBP

Weekly change

+0.62%

vs. 7 days ago (0.5206)

Monthly change

+0.89%

vs. 30 days ago (0.5193)

Yearly change

+7.64%

vs. 12 months ago (0.4867)

Compared to this day last year

12 months ago, 1 AUD was worth 0.4867 GBP. Today the rate is 0.5239 GBP - a +7.64% change.

Mid-market rates only. Rates are indicative and updated hourly.

What moves the AUD to GBP rate?

This exchange rate reflects contrasting economic drivers between Australia's commodity-led economy and the UK's more service-oriented financial system. Movements tend to be driven by rate expectations, global sentiment, and demand for exports.

Interest rate signals from central banks

The Reserve Bank of Australia and the Bank of England both influence the pace of this pair. A shift in tone from either side, especially on inflation, labour markets, or economic resilience, can quickly change direction.

Export demand shapes AUD

Australia's dollar tends to strengthen when commodity prices are rising and global demand is firm, especially from major buyers like China. If iron ore, coal, or grain exports pick up, AUD often follows. When prices fall or trade slows, the currency can quickly give back ground.

GBP reacts to domestic confidence

Sterling tends to respond more sharply to changes in UK economic outlook, from inflation and growth data to political headlines. If confidence in the UK economy falters, AUD to GBP may rise as the pound weakens.

Risk appetite plays a part

The Australian dollar is often more sensitive to global market sentiment. When investors are optimistic, AUD tends to benefit. In more cautious conditions, GBP can hold its ground better, especially if it's backed by strong local data.

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Popular live exchange rates

Currency pair	Live	Yesterday	Last week	Last month
GBP to AED	4.9409	4.9317	4.8801	4.9048
GBP to AUD	1.9089	1.9190	1.9050	1.9247
GBP to CAD	1.8920	1.8860	1.8743	1.8968
GBP to EUR	1.1665	1.1668	1.1669	1.1676
GBP to QAR	4.8973	4.8887	4.8376	4.8621
GBP to SAR	5.0511	5.0426	4.9880	5.0137
GBP to USD	1.3451	1.3427	1.3286	1.3354
GBP to ZAR	22.0375	22.1897	22.2004	21.6738
EUR to AED	4.2358	4.2265	4.1821	4.2009
EUR to GBP	0.8573	0.8570	0.8570	0.8565
EUR to QAR	4.1984	4.1897	4.1457	4.1643
EUR to SAR	4.3302	4.3216	4.2745	4.2941
EUR to USD	1.1531	1.1507	1.1386	1.1437
USD to AED	3.6734	3.6730	3.6730	3.6730
USD to AUD	1.4192	1.4292	1.4338	1.4413
USD to CAD	1.4066	1.4047	1.4107	1.4204
USD to EUR	0.8672	0.8690	0.8783	0.8743
USD to GBP	0.7435	0.7448	0.7527	0.7489
USD to QAR	3.6410	3.6410	3.6410	3.6410
USD to SAR	3.7553	3.7556	3.7542	3.7545
AED to EUR	0.2361	0.2366	0.2391	0.2380
AED to GBP	0.2024	0.2028	0.2049	0.2039
AED to QAR	0.9912	0.9913	0.9913	0.9913
AED to SAR	1.0223	1.0225	1.0221	1.0222
AED to USD	0.2722	0.2723	0.2723	0.2723
AUD to GBP	0.5239	0.5211	0.5249	0.5196
AUD to USD	0.7046	0.6997	0.6974	0.6938
CAD to GBP	0.5285	0.5302	0.5335	0.5272
CAD to USD	0.7109	0.7119	0.7089	0.7040
QAR to AED	1.0089	1.0088	1.0088	1.0088
QAR to EUR	0.2382	0.2387	0.2412	0.2401
QAR to GBP	0.2042	0.2046	0.2067	0.2057
QAR to SAR	1.0314	1.0315	1.0311	1.0312
QAR to USD	0.2747	0.2747	0.2747	0.2747
SAR to AED	0.9782	0.9780	0.9784	0.9783
SAR to EUR	0.2309	0.2314	0.2339	0.2329
SAR to GBP	0.1980	0.1983	0.2005	0.1995
SAR to QAR	0.9696	0.9695	0.9698	0.9698
SAR to USD	0.2663	0.2663	0.2664	0.2663
ZAR to GBP	0.0454	0.0451	0.0450	0.0461

Mid-market rates for informational purposes only. Not the rate you will receive for a transfer.

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Freddie Smith

Founder & CEO, Currencyflow

Freddie Smith is the Founder and CEO of Currencyflow, an international foreign exchange and payments specialist focused on high-value transfers for individuals and businesses worldwide. With over 12 years of commercial experience across financial services and digital media, including several years working with financial services comparison platforms, Freddie has spent his career at the intersection of partnerships, growth strategy, and money movement. He founded Currencyflow to bring transparent, fixed-margin pricing and personal relationship management to clients making significant international transfers.

Last updated 22 July 2026

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