Delivery drivers and couriers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median delivery drivers and couriers salary in the UK is £24,627 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £23,701, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £12.91.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £21,498 in Scotland to £26,743 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£24,627
Annual
UK Mean
£23,701
Annual
Hourly Rate
£12.91
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £26,743 | £25,147 | £22,975 |
| East | £25,812 | £23,828 | £26,528 |
| West Midlands | £25,009 | £23,056 | £27,332 |
| South East | £24,980 | £23,584 | £24,205 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £24,344 | £23,805 | £26,899 |
| Wales | £24,126 | £23,236 | £26,807 |
| North West | £24,096 | £24,622 | £26,421 |
| East Midlands | £23,828 | £24,507 | £25,956 |
| South West | £23,629 | £22,350 | £24,588 |
| North East | £23,431 | £23,329 | £26,006 |
| Scotland | £21,498 | £21,631 | £23,291 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average delivery drivers and couriers salary in the UK?
The median delivery drivers and couriers salary in the UK is £24,627 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £23,701, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays delivery drivers and couriers the most?
London pays the highest delivery drivers and couriers salaries with a median of £26,743.
How does delivery drivers and couriers pay vary by region?
Delivery drivers and couriers salaries range from £21,498 in Scotland to £26,743 in London.
Are delivery drivers and couriers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for delivery drivers and couriers?
The median hourly rate for delivery drivers and couriers in the UK is £12.91 (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.