Average Train and tram drivers Salary in Southampton UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How Southampton UA compares
The numbers for 2025 show that a typical train and tram drivers in the South East earned £76,715. Compared to the UK median of £76,176, that's 0.7% above. Factor in the South East's cost of living (3.2% above the UK norm) and a £76,715 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £74,336. The all-jobs average in Southampton UA is £33,878. By comparison, train and tram driverss earn 126.4% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South East index: 103.2, UK=100), a salary of £76,715 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £74,336 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South East is 3.2% above the UK average.
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Train and tram drivers salary in areas near Southampton UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Southampton UA is in the South 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 Southampton UA?
The median train and tram drivers salary in the South East (which includes Southampton UA) is £76,715 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 Southampton UA compare to the UK average?
Train and tram drivers in the South East earn 0.7% above the national median of £76,176. This makes the South East one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is train and tram drivers a well-paid job in Southampton UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Southampton UA is £33,878. Train and tram drivers in the South East earn £76,715, which is 126.4% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for train and tram driverss cover the South East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Southampton UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.