Fork-lift truck drivers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median fork-lift truck drivers salary in the UK is £31,016 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £32,288, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £14.87.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £25,685 in East Midlands to £40,846 in South West. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£31,016
Annual
UK Mean
£32,288
Annual
Hourly Rate
£14.87
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South West | £40,846 | £45,678 | £42,504 |
| Scotland | £34,800 | £35,393 | £37,703 |
| South East | £33,998 | £34,911 | £32,944 |
| North West | £29,736 | £31,481 | £32,605 |
| East | £29,558 | £30,270 | £30,378 |
| West Midlands | £26,624 | £28,983 | £29,097 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £26,384 | £28,709 | £29,154 |
| East Midlands | £25,685 | £28,155 | £27,979 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average fork-lift truck drivers salary in the UK?
The median fork-lift truck drivers salary in the UK is £31,016 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £32,288, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays fork-lift truck drivers the most?
South West pays the highest fork-lift truck drivers salaries with a median of £40,846.
How does fork-lift truck drivers pay vary by region?
Fork-lift truck drivers salaries range from £25,685 in East Midlands to £40,846 in South West.
Are fork-lift truck drivers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for fork-lift truck drivers?
The median hourly rate for fork-lift truck drivers in the UK is £14.87 (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.