Delivery operatives Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median delivery operatives salary in the UK is £25,541 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £24,895, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £13.41.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £19,696 in Yorkshire and The Humber to £30,165 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£25,541
Annual
UK Mean
£24,895
Annual
Hourly Rate
£13.41
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 | £30,165 | £29,406 | £25,915 |
| South West | £26,726 | £25,123 | £27,811 |
| West Midlands | £26,381 | £27,843 | £28,832 |
| East Midlands | £25,018 | £26,430 | £27,253 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £19,696 | £22,813 | £21,764 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average delivery operatives salary in the UK?
The median delivery operatives salary in the UK is £25,541 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £24,895, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays delivery operatives the most?
London pays the highest delivery operatives salaries with a median of £30,165.
How does delivery operatives pay vary by region?
Delivery operatives salaries range from £19,696 in Yorkshire and The Humber to £30,165 in London.
Are delivery operatives salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for delivery operatives?
The median hourly rate for delivery operatives in the UK is £13.41 (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.