Average Specialist nurses Salary in Newcastle upon Tyne
ONS ASHE 2025 · North East region · Updated October 2025
How Newcastle upon Tyne compares
Based on 2025 data, specialist nursess in the North East earned £48,666 at the median — 18.4% above the national benchmark of £41,095. This is particularly notable given ongoing NHS recruitment challenges and rising demand for healthcare staff. Factor in the North East's cost of living (9.9% below the UK norm) and a £48,666 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £54,013. The all-jobs average in Newcastle upon Tyne is £31,786. By comparison, specialist nursess earn 53.1% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North East index: 90.1, UK=100), a salary of £48,666 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £54,013 — 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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Specialist nurses salary in areas near Newcastle upon Tyne
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average specialist nurses salary in Newcastle upon Tyne?
The median specialist nurses salary in the North East (which includes Newcastle upon Tyne) is £48,666 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does specialist nurses pay in Newcastle upon Tyne compare to the UK average?
Specialist nurses in the North East earn 18.4% above the national median of £41,095. This makes the North East one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is specialist nurses 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. Specialist nurses in the North East earn £48,666, which is 53.1% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for specialist nursess cover the North East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Newcastle upon Tyne. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.