Average Train and tram drivers Salary in Wandsworth
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How Wandsworth compares
The going rate for train and tram driverss in the London? £77,889 at the median in 2025. That compares to £76,176 nationally — a gap of 2.2% above. 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 Wandsworth is £37,534. By comparison, train and tram driverss earn 107.5% 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 Wandsworth
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average train and tram drivers salary in Wandsworth?
The median train and tram drivers salary in the London (which includes Wandsworth) 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 Wandsworth 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 Wandsworth compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Wandsworth is £37,534. Train and tram drivers in the London earn £77,889, which is 107.5% 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 Wandsworth. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.