Average Train and tram drivers Salary in Waltham Forest
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How Waltham Forest compares
In practical terms, a train and tram drivers in the London earned a median of £77,889 during 2025, which works out to 2.2% above the UK-wide median of £76,176. In practical terms, living costs in the London run 16.4% above average. That means £77,889 stretches to roughly £66,915 in real spending power. The all-jobs average in Waltham Forest is £28,880. By comparison, train and tram driverss earn 169.7% more than the typical worker locally.
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 Waltham Forest
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average train and tram drivers salary in Waltham Forest?
The median train and tram drivers salary in the London (which includes Waltham Forest) 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 Waltham Forest 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 Waltham Forest compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Waltham Forest is £28,880. Train and tram drivers in the London earn £77,889, which is 169.7% 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 Waltham Forest. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.