Average Mechanical engineers Salary in Isles of Scilly
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Isles of Scilly 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. Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £51,657 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £53,753.
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 Isles of Scilly
Salary data is by ONS region. Isles of Scilly 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 Isles of Scilly?
The median mechanical engineers salary in the South West (which includes Isles of Scilly) 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 Isles of Scilly 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.
About this data
Salary figures for mechanical engineerss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Isles of Scilly. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.