Police community support officers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median police community support officers salary in the UK is £35,189 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £33,300, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £17.76.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £28,653 in North East to £36,346 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£35,189
Annual
UK Mean
£33,300
Annual
Hourly Rate
£17.76
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 | £36,346 | £36,675 | £31,225 |
| South East | £35,784 | £34,463 | £34,674 |
| North West | £34,431 | £32,027 | £37,753 |
| Wales | £33,020 | £33,521 | £36,689 |
| East Midlands | £32,281 | £33,160 | £35,164 |
| North East | £28,653 | £30,720 | £31,801 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average police community support officers salary in the UK?
The median police community support officers salary in the UK is £35,189 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £33,300, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays police community support officers the most?
London pays the highest police community support officers salaries with a median of £36,346.
How does police community support officers pay vary by region?
Police community support officers salaries range from £28,653 in North East to £36,346 in London.
Are police community support officers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for police community support officers?
The median hourly rate for police community support officers in the UK is £17.76 (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.