Large goods vehicle drivers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median large goods vehicle drivers salary in the UK is £39,141 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £38,887, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £16.25.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £37,083 in North East to £41,474 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£39,141
Annual
UK Mean
£38,887
Annual
Hourly Rate
£16.25
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 | £41,474 | £40,272 | £35,631 |
| East | £40,611 | £41,840 | £41,738 |
| East Midlands | £40,551 | £38,408 | £44,173 |
| South West | £39,568 | £39,044 | £41,174 |
| South East | £39,535 | £40,026 | £38,309 |
| West Midlands | £39,285 | £39,216 | £42,934 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £38,316 | £38,807 | £42,338 |
| Scotland | £38,032 | £38,445 | £41,205 |
| North West | £37,616 | £36,366 | £41,246 |
| Wales | £37,476 | £37,517 | £41,640 |
| North East | £37,083 | £38,551 | £41,158 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average large goods vehicle drivers salary in the UK?
The median large goods vehicle drivers salary in the UK is £39,141 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £38,887, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays large goods vehicle drivers the most?
London pays the highest large goods vehicle drivers salaries with a median of £41,474.
How does large goods vehicle drivers pay vary by region?
Large goods vehicle drivers salaries range from £37,083 in North East to £41,474 in London.
Are large goods vehicle drivers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for large goods vehicle drivers?
The median hourly rate for large goods vehicle drivers in the UK is £16.25 (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.