Clinical psychologists Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median clinical psychologists salary in the UK is £45,954 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £49,160, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £31.13.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £37,361 in Yorkshire and The Humber to £60,846 in Scotland. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£45,954
Annual
UK Mean
£49,160
Annual
Hourly Rate
£31.13
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £60,846 | £67,051 | £65,922 |
| West Midlands | £51,685 | £55,181 | £56,486 |
| South West | £38,565 | £47,682 | £40,130 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £37,361 | £41,177 | £41,283 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average clinical psychologists salary in the UK?
The median clinical psychologists salary in the UK is £45,954 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £49,160, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays clinical psychologists the most?
Scotland pays the highest clinical psychologists salaries with a median of £60,846.
How does clinical psychologists pay vary by region?
Clinical psychologists salaries range from £37,361 in Yorkshire and The Humber to £60,846 in Scotland.
Are clinical psychologists salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for clinical psychologists?
The median hourly rate for clinical psychologists in the UK is £31.13 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.