Average Transport and distribution clerks and assistants Salary in Newcastle upon Tyne
ONS ASHE 2025 · North East region · Updated October 2025
How Newcastle upon Tyne compares
Looking at 2025 salary data, transport and distribution clerks and assistantss in the North East were paid a median of £24,367. The national equivalent stands at £32,060, putting this region 24.0% below. The cost of living in the North East is 9.9% below the UK average, so a salary of £24,367 has an effective purchasing power closer to £27,044. The all-jobs average in Newcastle upon Tyne is £31,786. By comparison, transport and distribution clerks and assistantss earn 23.3% less than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North East index: 90.1, UK=100), a salary of £24,367 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £27,044 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North East is 9.9% below the UK average.
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Transport and distribution clerks and assistants salary in areas near Newcastle upon Tyne
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average transport and distribution clerks and assistants salary in Newcastle upon Tyne?
The median transport and distribution clerks and assistants salary in the North East (which includes Newcastle upon Tyne) is £24,367 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does transport and distribution clerks and assistants pay in Newcastle upon Tyne compare to the UK average?
Transport and distribution clerks and assistants in the North East earn 24.0% below the national median of £32,060. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is transport and distribution clerks and assistants a well-paid job in Newcastle upon Tyne compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Newcastle upon Tyne is £31,786. Transport and distribution clerks and assistants in the North East earn £24,367, which is 23.3% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for transport and distribution clerks and assistantss cover the North East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Newcastle upon Tyne. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.