Average Train and tram drivers Salary in Basildon
ONS ASHE 2025 · East region · Updated October 2025
How Basildon compares
The median pay for train and tram driverss in the East stood at £75,608 in 2025, placing them 0.7% below the UK-wide figure of £76,176. The cost of living in the East is 2.7% below the UK average, so a salary of £75,608 has an effective purchasing power closer to £77,706. The all-jobs average in Basildon is £32,050. By comparison, train and tram driverss earn 135.9% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East index: 97.3, UK=100), a salary of £75,608 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £77,706 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East is 2.7% below the UK average.
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Train and tram drivers salary in areas near Basildon
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average train and tram drivers salary in Basildon?
The median train and tram drivers salary in the East (which includes Basildon) is £75,608 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does train and tram drivers pay in Basildon compare to the UK average?
Train and tram drivers in the East earn 0.7% below the national median of £76,176. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is train and tram drivers a well-paid job in Basildon compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Basildon is £32,050. Train and tram drivers in the East earn £75,608, which is 135.9% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for train and tram driverss cover the East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Basildon. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.