Market Intelligence Dashboard

Real-time pricing trends, availability alerts, and market insights for the West Midlands timber market

-2.3%

Price Change (7 days)

↓ Softwood Lumber

78%

Stock Availability

Treated Decking

Active Merchants

+3 This Month

£2.1M

Market Volume

Last 30 Days

Price Trends

Last Updated: 01 Aug 2025, 19:17

C24 Treated 47x200mm

Decking 32x125mm

OSB3 18mm

Price Alerts

Price Drop Alert

C24 Treated Timber down 3.2% at Travis Perkins

2 hours ago

Stock Alert

Decking boards low stock at 3 merchants

4 hours ago

Market Update

New merchant added: Midlands Timber Co.

1 day ago

Top Price Movers

Fence Posts 100x100mm

Average across merchants

+5.2%

£15.80

OSB3 Sheets 18mm

Average across merchants

-2.8%

£28.50

Decking Boards 32x125mm

Average across merchants

+1.4%

£12.30

Stock Availability Tracker

Real-time inventory levels across West Midlands merchants

Treated Decking

High Demand

Stock Level 78%

Travis Perkins In Stock

Jewson Low Stock

Midlands Timber In Stock

Structural Timber

Available

Stock Level 92%

Buildbase In Stock

Wickes Trade In Stock

Covers Timber In Stock

OSB Sheets

Limited

Stock Level 34%

Selco Out of Stock

Travis Perkins Low Stock

Jewson Low Stock

Seasonal Market Insights

Summer Demand Peak

Decking and fencing materials typically see 40% price increases during peak summer months (June-August).

Optimal buying: April-May

Winter Savings

Structural timber prices drop 15-20% during winter months as construction activity slows.

Best deals: November-February

Supply Chain Alert

Current global timber shortages may impact Q4 2025 pricing. Consider forward purchasing for large projects.

Monitor closely

12-Month Price Forecast

Predicted price movement for C24 Treated Timber 47x200mm

Industry News & Updates

Latest developments affecting the West Midlands timber market

Market Update 2 hours ago

New Building Regulations Impact Timber Specifications

Updated fire safety requirements for residential construction may affect treated timber demand across the West Midlands region.

Supply Chain 1 day ago

Local Sawmill Expansion Boosts Regional Supply

Midlands Timber Co. announces £2.5M facility expansion, expected to increase local softwood production by 30%.

Sustainability 3 days ago

FSC Certification Drive Gains Momentum

West Midlands merchants report 45% increase in demand for certified sustainable timber products from contractors.

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Custom Alerts

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