Average Social workers Salary in Bristol, City of UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Bristol, City of UA compares
The median pay for social workerss in the South West stood at £41,199 in 2025, placing them 3.5% below the UK-wide figure of £42,708. This is particularly notable in a role facing high caseloads and growing complexity of need. The cost of living in the South West is 3.9% below the UK average, so a salary of £41,199 has an effective purchasing power closer to £42,871. Compared to the Bristol, City of UA average across all roles (£36,652), social workerss take home 12.4% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £41,199 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £42,871 — 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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Social workers 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 social workers salary in Bristol, City of UA?
The median social workers salary in the South West (which includes Bristol, City of UA) is £41,199 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does social workers pay in Bristol, City of UA compare to the UK average?
Social workers in the South West earn 3.5% below the national median of £42,708. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is social workers 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. Social workers in the South West earn £41,199, which is 12.4% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for social workerss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Bristol, City of UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.