Average Train and tram drivers Salary in West Berkshire UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How West Berkshire UA compares
In practical terms, a train and tram drivers in the South East earned a median of £76,715 during 2025, which works out to 0.7% above the UK-wide median of £76,176. 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. Compared to the West Berkshire UA average across all roles (£35,806), train and tram driverss take home 114.3% more.
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 West Berkshire UA
Salary data is by ONS region. West Berkshire 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 West Berkshire UA?
The median train and tram drivers salary in the South East (which includes West Berkshire 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 West Berkshire 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 West Berkshire UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in West Berkshire UA is £35,806. Train and tram drivers in the South East earn £76,715, which is 114.3% 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 West Berkshire UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.