GBP vs AUD
1 GBP = 1.8955 AUD
ECB reference rate of 2026-10-29 (published business days ~16:00 CET) · Mid-market rate, bank spreads and fees not included
Quick Stats
Historical Comparison
GBP / AUD| Period | Then | Now | Change | Low | High | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | 1.8912 2026-09-29 | 1.8955 | +0.23% | 1.8894 2026-10-28 | 1.9168 2026-10-15 | |
| 3 Months | 1.9148 2026-07-29 | 1.8955 | -1.01% | 1.8741 2026-09-18 | 1.9225 2026-08-03 | |
| 6 Months | 1.8864 2026-04-29 | 1.8955 | +0.48% | 1.8634 2026-05-13 | 1.9315 2026-07-02 | |
| 1 Year | 2.0019 2025-10-29 | 1.8955 | -5.32% | 1.8634 2026-05-13 | 2.0343 2025-11-25 | |
| 3 Years | 1.9094 2023-10-27 | 1.8955 | -0.73% | 1.8623 2023-12-27 | 2.1296 2025-04-04 | |
| 5 Years | 1.8292 2021-10-29 | 1.8955 | +3.62% | 1.6533 2022-09-28 | 2.1296 2025-04-04 | |
| 10 Years | 1.6044 2016-10-28 | 1.8955 | +18.15% | 1.5904 2016-11-01 | 2.1296 2025-04-04 |
Then, Now, Low and High are daily ECB reference rates (one observation per business day, not intraday highs or lows); Then is the last business day on or before the start of the period. Trend lines plot daily (1 month), weekly (3 months–1 year) or monthly (3–10 years) observations, always keeping the first and last. Missing days are left out, not estimated. Source: European Central Bank via Frankfurter API
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 1 GBP in AUD?
Based on the European Central Bank reference rate published on 2026-10-29, 1 GBP equals 1.8955 AUD. This is a mid-market reference rate; bank buy/sell spreads and fees are not included.
What is the GBP to AUD exchange rate today?
The latest published ECB reference rate (2026-10-29) is 1.8955 AUD per 1 GBP. The ECB publishes once per business day around 16:00 CET, so the rate does not change over weekends or holidays.
Where does CurrencyVersus get its GBP/AUD data?
CurrencyVersus sources all exchange rate data from the Frankfurter API, which provides European Central Bank (ECB) reference rates. The ECB publishes these once per business day, around 16:00 CET; they are not live market quotes. Gold and silver prices come separately from gold-api.com and update more often than the daily ECB reference rates.
Can I view historical GBP to AUD exchange rates?
Yes. CurrencyVersus provides historical GBP/AUD exchange rate data across 7 time periods: 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, and 10 years.
About GBP / AUD
GBP — British Pound Sterling
The British Pound Sterling is the official currency of the United Kingdom and one of the world's major traded currencies, with a history reaching back to Anglo-Saxon England.
AUD — Australian Dollar
The Australian Dollar is one of the major currencies of the foreign exchange market. It is considered a commodity currency due to Australia's significant exports of iron ore, coal, and natural gas.
Key Factors Affecting GBP/AUD
GBP Drivers
- Bank of England interest rate decisions
- UK economic data and trade policy
- London financial market sentiment
- UK inflation and housing market trends
AUD Drivers
- Iron ore and commodity prices
- Chinese economic demand and trade relations
- RBA interest rate decisions
- Australian employment and inflation data
💡 Did You Know? — GBP
Sterling traces its origins to the silver pennies of Anglo-Saxon England — the name 'pound' comes from a pound weight of silver.
💡 Did You Know? — AUD
Australian banknotes are made of polymer (plastic) rather than paper, which makes them durable and waterproof.
Economy Overview
United Kingdom
The UK is one of Europe's major economies, with London serving as a global financial center. The Bank of England (BoE) sets monetary policy to meet the government's inflation target.
Australia
Australia is a major exporter of natural resources, with China as a key trading partner. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) manages monetary policy.
Editorial content last reviewed: 2026-10-22