Average Sewing machinists Salary in Newcastle upon Tyne
ONS ASHE 2025 · North East region · Updated October 2025
How Newcastle upon Tyne compares
The median pay for sewing machinistss in the North East stood at £24,873 in 2025, placing them 9.3% above the UK-wide figure of £22,767. Factor in the North East's cost of living (9.9% below the UK norm) and a £24,873 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £27,606. Compared to the Newcastle upon Tyne average across all roles (£31,786), sewing machinistss take home 21.7% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North East index: 90.1, UK=100), a salary of £24,873 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £27,606 — 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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Sewing machinists salary in areas near Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary data is by ONS region. Newcastle upon Tyne is in the North East region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sewing machinists salary in Newcastle upon Tyne?
The median sewing machinists salary in the North East (which includes Newcastle upon Tyne) is £24,873 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does sewing machinists pay in Newcastle upon Tyne compare to the UK average?
Sewing machinists in the North East earn 9.3% above the national median of £22,767. This makes the North East one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is sewing machinists 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. Sewing machinists in the North East earn £24,873, which is 21.7% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for sewing machinistss cover the North East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Newcastle upon Tyne. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.