Specialist nurses Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median specialist nurses salary in the UK is £41,095 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £41,120, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £23.50.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £35,957 in East Midlands to £50,477 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£41,095
Annual
UK Mean
£41,120
Annual
Hourly Rate
£23.50
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 | £50,477 | £45,974 | £43,365 |
| North East | £48,666 | £51,273 | £54,013 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £47,290 | £46,872 | £52,254 |
| North West | £45,568 | £46,332 | £49,965 |
| East | £45,027 | £43,577 | £46,276 |
| West Midlands | £42,477 | £39,856 | £46,423 |
| South East | £41,140 | £41,693 | £39,864 |
| South West | £39,217 | £37,041 | £40,809 |
| Wales | £39,155 | £37,476 | £43,506 |
| Scotland | £37,636 | £36,937 | £40,776 |
| East Midlands | £35,957 | £37,276 | £39,169 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average specialist nurses salary in the UK?
The median specialist nurses salary in the UK is £41,095 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £41,120, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays specialist nurses the most?
London pays the highest specialist nurses salaries with a median of £50,477.
How does specialist nurses pay vary by region?
Specialist nurses salaries range from £35,957 in East Midlands to £50,477 in London.
Are specialist nurses salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for specialist nurses?
The median hourly rate for specialist nurses in the UK is £23.50 (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.