Average Routine inspectors and testers Salary in Bristol, City of UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Bristol, City of UA compares
According to ONS figures for 2025, the median routine inspectors and testers salary in the South West reached £38,119, sitting 12.2% above the national median of £33,982. Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £38,119 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £39,666. The all-jobs average in Bristol, City of UA is £36,652. By comparison, routine inspectors and testerss earn 4.0% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £38,119 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £39,666 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South West is 3.9% below the UK average.
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Routine inspectors and testers salary in areas near Bristol, City of UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Bristol, City of UA is in the South West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average routine inspectors and testers salary in Bristol, City of UA?
The median routine inspectors and testers salary in the South West (which includes Bristol, City of UA) is £38,119 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does routine inspectors and testers pay in Bristol, City of UA compare to the UK average?
Routine inspectors and testers in the South West earn 12.2% above the national median of £33,982. This makes the South West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is routine inspectors and testers a well-paid job in Bristol, City of UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Bristol, City of UA is £36,652. Routine inspectors and testers in the South West earn £38,119, which is 4.0% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for routine inspectors and testerss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Bristol, City of UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.