Average Refuse and salvage occupations Salary in Newcastle upon Tyne
ONS ASHE 2025 · North East region · Updated October 2025
How Newcastle upon Tyne compares
In practical terms, a refuse and salvage occupations in the North East earned a median of £26,624 during 2025, which works out to 3.5% below the UK-wide median of £27,576. In practical terms, living costs in the North East run 9.9% below average. That means £26,624 stretches to roughly £29,549 in real spending power. The all-jobs average in Newcastle upon Tyne is £31,786. By comparison, refuse and salvage occupationss earn 16.2% less than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North East index: 90.1, UK=100), a salary of £26,624 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £29,549 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North East is 9.9% below the UK average.
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Refuse and salvage occupations salary in areas near Newcastle upon Tyne
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average refuse and salvage occupations salary in Newcastle upon Tyne?
The median refuse and salvage occupations salary in the North East (which includes Newcastle upon Tyne) is £26,624 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does refuse and salvage occupations pay in Newcastle upon Tyne compare to the UK average?
Refuse and salvage occupations in the North East earn 3.5% below the national median of £27,576. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is refuse and salvage occupations a well-paid job in Newcastle upon Tyne compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Newcastle upon Tyne is £31,786. Refuse and salvage occupations in the North East earn £26,624, which is 16.2% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for refuse and salvage occupationss cover the North East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Newcastle upon Tyne. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.