Midwifery nurses Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median midwifery nurses salary in the UK is £39,327 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £38,474, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £25.86.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £32,112 in East Midlands to £47,144 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£39,327
Annual
UK Mean
£38,474
Annual
Hourly Rate
£25.86
Median
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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 | £47,144 | £44,367 | £40,502 |
| South East | £39,429 | £39,159 | £38,206 |
| Scotland | £37,623 | £38,865 | £40,762 |
| East | £37,234 | £35,419 | £38,267 |
| North West | £36,397 | £36,817 | £39,909 |
| West Midlands | £33,307 | £35,025 | £36,401 |
| South West | £32,171 | £34,236 | £33,477 |
| East Midlands | £32,112 | £31,967 | £34,980 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average midwifery nurses salary in the UK?
The median midwifery nurses salary in the UK is £39,327 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £38,474, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays midwifery nursess the most?
London pays the highest midwifery nurses salaries with a median of £47,144.
How does midwifery nurses pay vary by region?
Midwifery nurses salaries range from £32,112 in East Midlands to £47,144 in London.
Are midwifery nurses salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the hourly rate for a midwifery nurses?
The median hourly rate for a midwifery nurses in the UK is £25.86 (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.