Physiotherapists Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median physiotherapists salary in the UK is £37,917 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £38,624, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £24.17.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £35,686 in South East to £40,256 in East. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£37,917
Annual
UK Mean
£38,624
Annual
Hourly Rate
£24.17
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East | £40,256 | £40,640 | £41,373 |
| Scotland | £40,209 | £39,996 | £43,563 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £38,288 | £37,977 | £42,307 |
| London | £38,173 | £40,775 | £32,795 |
| North West | £37,481 | £38,065 | £41,098 |
| South West | £36,678 | £36,280 | £38,166 |
| Wales | £36,548 | £38,572 | £40,609 |
| South East | £35,686 | £38,576 | £34,579 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average physiotherapists salary in the UK?
The median physiotherapists salary in the UK is £37,917 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £38,624, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays physiotherapistss the most?
East pays the highest physiotherapists salaries with a median of £40,256.
How does physiotherapists pay vary by region?
Physiotherapists salaries range from £35,686 in South East to £40,256 in East.
Are physiotherapists salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the hourly rate for a physiotherapists?
The median hourly rate for a physiotherapists in the UK is £24.17 (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.