Average Train and tram drivers Salary in Spelthorne
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How Spelthorne compares
For train and tram driverss based in the South East, 2025 brought a median salary of £76,715. To put this in perspective, the UK average is £76,176 — making this 0.7% above the norm. In practical terms, living costs in the South East run 3.2% above average. That means £76,715 stretches to roughly £74,336 in real spending power. The all-jobs average in Spelthorne is £32,237. By comparison, train and tram driverss earn 138.0% 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 Spelthorne
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average train and tram drivers salary in Spelthorne?
The median train and tram drivers salary in the South East (which includes Spelthorne) 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 Spelthorne 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 Spelthorne compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Spelthorne is £32,237. Train and tram drivers in the South East earn £76,715, which is 138.0% 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 Spelthorne. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.