Programmers and software development professionals Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median programmers and software development professionals salary in the UK is £55,587 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £62,387, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £29.29.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £45,942 in Wales to £74,284 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£55,587
Annual
UK Mean
£62,387
Annual
Hourly Rate
£29.29
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £74,284 | £79,081 | £63,818 |
| East | £60,203 | £68,286 | £61,874 |
| North East | £54,279 | £55,043 | £60,243 |
| South East | £52,671 | £58,190 | £51,038 |
| South West | £51,631 | £55,065 | £53,726 |
| North West | £49,505 | £56,816 | £54,282 |
| East Midlands | £48,744 | £51,219 | £53,098 |
| West Midlands | £47,744 | £52,108 | £52,179 |
| Scotland | £47,301 | £55,359 | £51,247 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £46,594 | £50,833 | £51,485 |
| Wales | £45,942 | £48,379 | £51,047 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average programmers and software development professionals salary in the UK?
The median programmers and software development professionals salary in the UK is £55,587 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £62,387, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays programmers and software development professionals the most?
London pays the highest programmers and software development professionals salaries with a median of £74,284.
How does programmers and software development professionals pay vary by region?
Programmers and software development professionals salaries range from £45,942 in Wales to £74,284 in London.
Are programmers and software development professionals salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for programmers and software development professionals?
The median hourly rate for programmers and software development professionals in the UK is £29.29 (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.