Average Train and tram drivers Salary in Nuneaton and Bedworth
ONS ASHE 2025 · West Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How Nuneaton and Bedworth compares
The median pay for train and tram driverss in the West Midlands stood at £67,428 in 2025, placing them 11.5% below the UK-wide figure of £76,176. In practical terms, living costs in the West Midlands run 8.5% below average. That means £67,428 stretches to roughly £73,692 in real spending power. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Nuneaton and Bedworth is £31,319, so train and tram driverss sit 115.3% more that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (West Midlands index: 91.5, UK=100), a salary of £67,428 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £73,692 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the West Midlands is 8.5% below the UK average.
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Train and tram drivers salary in areas near Nuneaton and Bedworth
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average train and tram drivers salary in Nuneaton and Bedworth?
The median train and tram drivers salary in the West Midlands (which includes Nuneaton and Bedworth) is £67,428 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 Nuneaton and Bedworth compare to the UK average?
Train and tram drivers in the West Midlands earn 11.5% 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 Nuneaton and Bedworth compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Nuneaton and Bedworth is £31,319. Train and tram drivers in the West Midlands earn £67,428, which is 115.3% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for train and tram driverss cover the West Midlands region. The all-jobs average is specific to Nuneaton and Bedworth. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.