Average Mechanical engineers Salary in Bath and North East Somerset UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Bath and North East Somerset UA compares
In practical terms, a mechanical engineers in the South West earned a median of £51,657 during 2025, which works out to 2.1% above the UK-wide median of £50,594. The cost of living in the South West is 3.9% below the UK average, so a salary of £51,657 has an effective purchasing power closer to £53,753. Compared to the Bath and North East Somerset UA average across all roles (£32,004), mechanical engineerss take home 61.4% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £51,657 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £53,753 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South West is 3.9% below the UK average.
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Mechanical engineers salary in areas near Bath and North East Somerset UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Bath and North East Somerset UA is in the South West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average mechanical engineers salary in Bath and North East Somerset UA?
The median mechanical engineers salary in the South West (which includes Bath and North East Somerset UA) is £51,657 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does mechanical engineers pay in Bath and North East Somerset UA compare to the UK average?
Mechanical engineers in the South West earn 2.1% above the national median of £50,594. This makes the South West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is mechanical engineers a well-paid job in Bath and North East Somerset UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Bath and North East Somerset UA is £32,004. Mechanical engineers in the South West earn £51,657, which is 61.4% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for mechanical engineerss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Bath and North East Somerset UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.