Average Community nurses Salary in Bristol, City of UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Bristol, City of UA compares
Based on 2025 data, community nursess in the South West earned £30,643 at the median — 9.2% below the national benchmark of £33,764. This is particularly notable given ongoing NHS recruitment challenges and rising demand for healthcare staff. In practical terms, living costs in the South West run 3.9% below average. That means £30,643 stretches to roughly £31,887 in real spending power. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Bristol, City of UA is £36,652, so community nursess sit 16.4% less that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £30,643 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £31,887 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South West is 3.9% below the UK average.
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Community nurses salary in areas near Bristol, City of UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Bristol, City of UA is in the South West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average community nurses salary in Bristol, City of UA?
The median community nurses salary in the South West (which includes Bristol, City of UA) is £30,643 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does community nurses pay in Bristol, City of UA compare to the UK average?
Community nurses in the South West earn 9.2% below the national median of £33,764. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is community nurses a well-paid job in Bristol, City of UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Bristol, City of UA is £36,652. Community nurses in the South West earn £30,643, which is 16.4% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for community nursess cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Bristol, City of UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.