Average Metal working machine operatives Salary in Southampton UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How Southampton UA compares
The median pay for metal working machine operativess in the South East stood at £29,822 in 2025, placing them 4.9% below the UK-wide figure of £31,344. In practical terms, living costs in the South East run 3.2% above average. That means £29,822 stretches to roughly £28,897 in real spending power. Compared to the Southampton UA average across all roles (£33,878), metal working machine operativess take home 12.0% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South East index: 103.2, UK=100), a salary of £29,822 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £28,897 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South East is 3.2% above the UK average.
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Metal working machine operatives salary in areas near Southampton UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Southampton UA is in the South East region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average metal working machine operatives salary in Southampton UA?
The median metal working machine operatives salary in the South East (which includes Southampton UA) is £29,822 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does metal working machine operatives pay in Southampton UA compare to the UK average?
Metal working machine operatives in the South East earn 4.9% below the national median of £31,344. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is metal working machine operatives a well-paid job in Southampton UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Southampton UA is £33,878. Metal working machine operatives in the South East earn £29,822, which is 12.0% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for metal working machine operativess cover the South East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Southampton UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.