Average Train and tram drivers Salary in West Oxfordshire
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How West Oxfordshire compares
Based on 2025 data, train and tram driverss in the South East earned £76,715 at the median — 0.7% above the national benchmark of £76,176. The cost of living in the South East is 3.2% above the UK average, so a salary of £76,715 has an effective purchasing power closer to £74,336. The all-jobs average in West Oxfordshire is £34,006. By comparison, train and tram driverss earn 125.6% 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 West Oxfordshire
Salary data is by ONS region. West Oxfordshire 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 Oxfordshire?
The median train and tram drivers salary in the South East (which includes West Oxfordshire) 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 Oxfordshire 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 Oxfordshire compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in West Oxfordshire is £34,006. Train and tram drivers in the South East earn £76,715, which is 125.6% 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 Oxfordshire. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.