Average Train and tram drivers Salary in Fenland
ONS ASHE 2025 · East region · Updated October 2025
How Fenland compares
For train and tram driverss based in the East, 2025 brought a median salary of £75,608. To put this in perspective, the UK average is £76,176 — making this 0.7% below the norm. Factor in the East's cost of living (2.7% below the UK norm) and a £75,608 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £77,706. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Fenland is £27,005, so train and tram driverss sit 180.0% more that benchmark.
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 Fenland
Salary data is by ONS region. Fenland is in the East region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average train and tram drivers salary in Fenland?
The median train and tram drivers salary in the East (which includes Fenland) 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 Fenland 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 Fenland compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Fenland is £27,005. Train and tram drivers in the East earn £75,608, which is 180.0% 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 Fenland. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.