Road transport drivers n.e.c. Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median road transport drivers n.e.c. salary in the UK is £28,725 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £29,635, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £14.50.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £26,341 in East to £32,376 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£28,725
Annual
UK Mean
£29,635
Annual
Hourly Rate
£14.50
Median
UK Jobs
112
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 | £32,376 | £33,213 | £27,814 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £30,736 | £30,950 | £33,962 |
| West Midlands | £30,044 | £30,466 | £32,835 |
| Scotland | £29,851 | £32,170 | £32,341 |
| North East | £29,062 | £29,307 | £32,255 |
| East Midlands | £28,277 | £29,448 | £30,803 |
| North West | £27,198 | £27,575 | £29,822 |
| South West | £26,922 | £25,604 | £28,015 |
| South East | £26,529 | £30,761 | £25,706 |
| East | £26,341 | £27,188 | £27,072 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average road transport drivers n.e.c. salary in the UK?
The median road transport drivers n.e.c. salary in the UK is £28,725 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £29,635, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays road transport drivers n.e.c.s the most?
London pays the highest road transport drivers n.e.c. salaries with a median of £32,376.
How does road transport drivers n.e.c. pay vary by region?
Road transport drivers n.e.c. salaries range from £26,341 in East to £32,376 in London.
Are road transport drivers n.e.c.s salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for road transport drivers n.e.c.?
The median hourly rate for road transport drivers n.e.c. in the UK is £14.50 (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.