The most valuable CDs in the United Kingdom in 2025 - are any in your glove compartment still?

The compact disc is experiencing a resurgence in 2025, and for good reason.

Just as vinyl records have seen a revival, CDs are benefiting from a desire for physical media. In a digital age, people crave the tangible experience of owning music, including album artwork and liner notes.

CDs are also a more affordable option, both for consumers and smaller record labels. In today's digital age, where streaming dominates, this is a significant advantage.

With the upswing in interest in the format, so too comes the hunt for collectable items amongst the format; or in other words, looking out for a rarity that might be worth something. Perhaps not a retirement fund, but a decent wad of cash to go on holiday with.

We’ve taken a look at Discogs, one of the most comprehensive marketplaces for vinyl, tapes, CDs and any other format you could possibly think of (including minidiscs) to find out what are the most valuable CDs that have sold through the website.

We've focused on CDs more likely to be found in typical collections. Therefore, this article may not cover extremely rare or niche items, but for the casual enthusiasts, take a look at what are considered some of “the” most valuable CDs among collectors in 2025.