Security guards and related occupations Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median security guards and related occupations salary in the UK is £30,819 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £29,546, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £14.08.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £27,507 in East Midlands to £34,950 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£30,819
Annual
UK Mean
£29,546
Annual
Hourly Rate
£14.08
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 | £34,950 | £32,577 | £30,026 |
| South East | £34,071 | £33,133 | £33,015 |
| East | £33,569 | £29,478 | £34,501 |
| Scotland | £29,273 | £29,067 | £31,715 |
| South West | £28,952 | £27,806 | £30,127 |
| North West | £28,753 | £28,093 | £31,527 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £27,519 | £25,877 | £30,408 |
| East Midlands | £27,507 | £26,866 | £29,964 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average security guards and related occupations salary in the UK?
The median security guards and related occupations salary in the UK is £30,819 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £29,546, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays security guards and related occupations the most?
London pays the highest security guards and related occupations salaries with a median of £34,950.
How does security guards and related occupations pay vary by region?
Security guards and related occupations salaries range from £27,507 in East Midlands to £34,950 in London.
Are security guards and related occupations salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for security guards and related occupations?
The median hourly rate for security guards and related occupations in the UK is £14.08 (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.