Senior care workers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median senior care workers salary in the UK is £27,417 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £26,603, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £14.14.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £25,219 in East Midlands to £28,857 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£27,417
Annual
UK Mean
£26,603
Annual
Hourly Rate
£14.14
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 | £28,857 | £28,288 | £24,791 |
| East | £28,687 | £28,013 | £29,483 |
| North East | £28,456 | £27,149 | £31,583 |
| South East | £28,124 | £27,652 | £27,252 |
| North West | £27,043 | £25,396 | £29,652 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £26,771 | £26,859 | £29,581 |
| Wales | £26,153 | £26,285 | £29,059 |
| Scotland | £26,043 | £26,739 | £28,216 |
| South West | £25,753 | £24,561 | £26,798 |
| West Midlands | £25,737 | £25,970 | £28,128 |
| East Midlands | £25,219 | £26,139 | £27,472 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average senior care workers salary in the UK?
The median senior care workers salary in the UK is £27,417 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £26,603, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays senior care workers the most?
London pays the highest senior care workers salaries with a median of £28,857.
How does senior care workers pay vary by region?
Senior care workers salaries range from £25,219 in East Midlands to £28,857 in London.
Are senior care workers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for senior care workers?
The median hourly rate for senior care workers in the UK is £14.14 (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.