Average Train and tram drivers Salary in Hillingdon
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How Hillingdon compares
For train and tram driverss based in the London, 2025 brought a median salary of £77,889. To put this in perspective, the UK average is £76,176 — making this 2.2% above the norm. 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. Compared to the Hillingdon average across all roles (£37,941), train and tram driverss take home 105.3% 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 Hillingdon
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average train and tram drivers salary in Hillingdon?
The median train and tram drivers salary in the London (which includes Hillingdon) 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 Hillingdon 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 Hillingdon compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Hillingdon is £37,941. Train and tram drivers in the London earn £77,889, which is 105.3% 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 Hillingdon. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.