IT quality and testing professionals Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median it quality and testing professionals salary in the UK is £44,973 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £46,738, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £23.83.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £38,181 in East Midlands to £55,001 in South East. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£44,973
Annual
UK Mean
£46,738
Annual
Hourly Rate
£23.83
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South East | £55,001 | £51,360 | £53,296 |
| East | £50,490 | £52,170 | £51,891 |
| North West | £49,821 | £47,934 | £54,628 |
| South West | £40,583 | £44,122 | £42,230 |
| Scotland | £39,116 | £42,686 | £42,379 |
| East Midlands | £38,181 | £39,980 | £41,592 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average it quality and testing professionals salary in the UK?
The median it quality and testing professionals salary in the UK is £44,973 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £46,738, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays it quality and testing professionalss the most?
South East pays the highest it quality and testing professionals salaries with a median of £55,001.
How does it quality and testing professionals pay vary by region?
IT quality and testing professionals salaries range from £38,181 in East Midlands to £55,001 in South East.
Are it quality and testing professionals salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the hourly rate for a it quality and testing professionals?
The median hourly rate for a it quality and testing professionals in the UK is £23.83 (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.