Average Train and tram drivers Salary in Croydon
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How Croydon compares
A train and tram drivers working in the London could expect a median salary of £77,889 in 2025 — 2.2% above the national figure of £76,176. In practical terms, living costs in the London run 16.4% above average. That means £77,889 stretches to roughly £66,915 in real spending power. Compared to the Croydon average across all roles (£34,987), train and tram driverss take home 122.6% more.
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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Train and tram drivers salary in areas near Croydon
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average train and tram drivers salary in Croydon?
The median train and tram drivers salary in the London (which includes Croydon) 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 Croydon 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 Croydon compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Croydon is £34,987. Train and tram drivers in the London earn £77,889, which is 122.6% 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 Croydon. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.