Average Train and tram drivers Salary in Brent
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How Brent compares
According to ONS figures for 2025, the median train and tram drivers salary in the London reached £77,889, sitting 2.2% above the national median of £76,176. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average, so a salary of £77,889 has an effective purchasing power closer to £66,915. The all-jobs average in Brent is £32,335. By comparison, train and tram driverss earn 140.9% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (London index: 116.4, UK=100), a salary of £77,889 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £66,915 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average train and tram drivers salary in Brent?
The median train and tram drivers salary in the London (which includes Brent) is £77,889 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 Brent compare to the UK average?
Train and tram drivers in the London earn 2.2% above the national median of £76,176. This makes the London one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is train and tram drivers a well-paid job in Brent compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Brent is £32,335. Train and tram drivers in the London earn £77,889, which is 140.9% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for train and tram driverss cover the London region. The all-jobs average is specific to Brent. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.