Vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians salary in the UK is £36,560 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £37,039, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £16.95.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £31,801 in Wales to £44,474 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£36,560
Annual
UK Mean
£37,039
Annual
Hourly Rate
£16.95
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £44,474 | £43,108 | £38,208 |
| South East | £37,904 | £37,844 | £36,729 |
| East | £37,763 | £38,940 | £38,811 |
| West Midlands | £37,560 | £38,962 | £41,049 |
| South West | £36,670 | £35,560 | £38,158 |
| North West | £35,942 | £35,478 | £39,410 |
| Scotland | £35,891 | £34,707 | £38,885 |
| North East | £34,414 | £37,325 | £38,195 |
| East Midlands | £33,804 | £35,347 | £36,824 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £33,788 | £35,614 | £37,335 |
| Wales | £31,801 | £32,443 | £35,334 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians salary in the UK?
The median vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians salary in the UK is £36,560 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £37,039, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians the most?
London pays the highest vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians salaries with a median of £44,474.
How does vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians pay vary by region?
Vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians salaries range from £31,801 in Wales to £44,474 in London.
Are vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians?
The median hourly rate for vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians in the UK is £16.95 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.