Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median plant and machine operatives n.e.c. salary in the UK is £29,142 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £31,145, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £14.47.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £25,715 in North East to £30,542 in Yorkshire and The Humber. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£29,142
Annual
UK Mean
£31,145
Annual
Hourly Rate
£14.47
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £30,542 | £32,113 | £33,748 |
| West Midlands | £30,266 | £30,518 | £33,078 |
| South West | £28,804 | £28,423 | £29,973 |
| North West | £26,751 | £25,521 | £29,332 |
| Scotland | £26,206 | £27,327 | £28,392 |
| North East | £25,715 | £26,341 | £28,541 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average plant and machine operatives n.e.c. salary in the UK?
The median plant and machine operatives n.e.c. salary in the UK is £29,142 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £31,145, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays plant and machine operatives n.e.c.s the most?
Yorkshire and The Humber pays the highest plant and machine operatives n.e.c. salaries with a median of £30,542.
How does plant and machine operatives n.e.c. pay vary by region?
Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. salaries range from £25,715 in North East to £30,542 in Yorkshire and The Humber.
Are plant and machine operatives n.e.c.s salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for plant and machine operatives n.e.c.?
The median hourly rate for plant and machine operatives n.e.c. in the UK is £14.47 (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.