Groundworkers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median groundworkers salary in the UK is £37,849 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £37,839, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £16.21.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £28,452 in North West to £43,426 in East. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£37,849
Annual
UK Mean
£37,839
Annual
Hourly Rate
£16.21
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East | £43,426 | £44,127 | £44,631 |
| West Midlands | £38,406 | £41,721 | £41,974 |
| South West | £38,140 | £39,862 | £39,688 |
| East Midlands | £37,664 | £42,815 | £41,028 |
| South East | £37,276 | £40,469 | £36,120 |
| North East | £34,408 | £35,005 | £38,189 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £33,757 | £34,907 | £37,301 |
| Wales | £32,531 | £36,103 | £36,146 |
| Scotland | £31,888 | £32,558 | £34,548 |
| North West | £28,452 | £33,903 | £31,197 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average groundworkers salary in the UK?
The median groundworkers salary in the UK is £37,849 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £37,839, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays groundworkers the most?
East pays the highest groundworkers salaries with a median of £43,426.
How does groundworkers pay vary by region?
Groundworkers salaries range from £28,452 in North West to £43,426 in East.
Are groundworkers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for groundworkers?
The median hourly rate for groundworkers in the UK is £16.21 (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.