Average Barristers and judges Salary in Telford and Wrekin UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · West Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How Telford and Wrekin UA compares
Based on 2025 data, barristers and judgess in the West Midlands earned £68,676 at the median — 100.5% above the national benchmark of £34,253. In practical terms, living costs in the West Midlands run 8.5% below average. That means £68,676 stretches to roughly £75,056 in real spending power. The all-jobs average in Telford and Wrekin UA is £30,601. By comparison, barristers and judgess earn 124.4% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (West Midlands index: 91.5, UK=100), a salary of £68,676 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £75,056 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the West Midlands is 8.5% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average barristers and judges salary in Telford and Wrekin UA?
The median barristers and judges salary in the West Midlands (which includes Telford and Wrekin UA) is £68,676 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does barristers and judges pay in Telford and Wrekin UA compare to the UK average?
Barristers and judges in the West Midlands earn 100.5% above the national median of £34,253. This makes the West Midlands one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is barristers and judges a well-paid job in Telford and Wrekin UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Telford and Wrekin UA is £30,601. Barristers and judges in the West Midlands earn £68,676, which is 124.4% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for barristers and judgess cover the West Midlands region. The all-jobs average is specific to Telford and Wrekin UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.