Records clerks and assistants Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median records clerks and assistants salary in the UK is £26,312 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £26,219, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £14.41.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £23,770 in East Midlands to £31,088 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£26,312
Annual
UK Mean
£26,219
Annual
Hourly Rate
£14.41
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 | £31,088 | £30,736 | £26,708 |
| East | £27,343 | £27,150 | £28,102 |
| Scotland | £27,150 | £26,874 | £29,415 |
| Wales | £27,104 | £28,759 | £30,116 |
| West Midlands | £26,585 | £26,657 | £29,055 |
| North East | £25,964 | £26,370 | £28,817 |
| South West | £25,618 | £25,427 | £26,658 |
| South East | £24,627 | £24,886 | £23,863 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £24,600 | £23,982 | £27,182 |
| East Midlands | £23,770 | £24,538 | £25,893 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average records clerks and assistants salary in the UK?
The median records clerks and assistants salary in the UK is £26,312 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £26,219, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays records clerks and assistants the most?
London pays the highest records clerks and assistants salaries with a median of £31,088.
How does records clerks and assistants pay vary by region?
Records clerks and assistants salaries range from £23,770 in East Midlands to £31,088 in London.
Are records clerks and assistants salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for records clerks and assistants?
The median hourly rate for records clerks and assistants in the UK is £14.41 (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.