Speech and language therapists Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median speech and language therapists salary in the UK is £35,002 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £34,627, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £23.59.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £30,257 in South East to £41,894 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£35,002
Annual
UK Mean
£34,627
Annual
Hourly Rate
£23.59
Median
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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 | £41,894 | £45,171 | £35,991 |
| East | £35,957 | £36,863 | £36,955 |
| Wales | £34,369 | £42,483 | £38,188 |
| North West | £33,871 | £31,533 | £37,139 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £33,853 | £34,559 | £37,407 |
| South East | £30,257 | £35,289 | £29,319 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average speech and language therapists salary in the UK?
The median speech and language therapists salary in the UK is £35,002 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £34,627, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays speech and language therapists the most?
London pays the highest speech and language therapists salaries with a median of £41,894.
How does speech and language therapists pay vary by region?
Speech and language therapists salaries range from £30,257 in South East to £41,894 in London.
Are speech and language therapists salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for speech and language therapists?
The median hourly rate for speech and language therapists in the UK is £23.59 (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.