Average Physiotherapists Salary in Southampton UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How Southampton UA compares
Based on 2025 data, physiotherapistss in the South East earned £35,686 at the median — 5.9% below the national benchmark of £37,917. In practical terms, living costs in the South East run 3.2% above average. That means £35,686 stretches to roughly £34,579 in real spending power. Compared to the Southampton UA average across all roles (£33,878), physiotherapistss take home 5.3% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South East index: 103.2, UK=100), a salary of £35,686 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £34,579 — 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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Physiotherapists 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 physiotherapists salary in Southampton UA?
The median physiotherapists salary in the South East (which includes Southampton UA) is £35,686 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does physiotherapists pay in Southampton UA compare to the UK average?
Physiotherapists in the South East earn 5.9% below the national median of £37,917. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is physiotherapists a well-paid job in Southampton UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Southampton UA is £33,878. Physiotherapists in the South East earn £35,686, which is 5.3% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for physiotherapistss cover the South East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Southampton UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.