Vehicle valeters and cleaners Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median vehicle valeters and cleaners salary in the UK is £24,875 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £23,246, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £12.52.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £20,130 in Scotland to £25,749 in East Midlands. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£24,875
Annual
UK Mean
£23,246
Annual
Hourly Rate
£12.52
Median
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands | £25,749 | £24,410 | £28,049 |
| North West | £24,979 | £26,107 | £27,389 |
| Wales | £24,390 | £24,935 | £27,100 |
| South West | £22,678 | £23,645 | £23,598 |
| Scotland | £20,130 | £21,360 | £21,809 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average vehicle valeters and cleaners salary in the UK?
The median vehicle valeters and cleaners salary in the UK is £24,875 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £23,246, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays vehicle valeters and cleaners the most?
East Midlands pays the highest vehicle valeters and cleaners salaries with a median of £25,749.
How does vehicle valeters and cleaners pay vary by region?
Vehicle valeters and cleaners salaries range from £20,130 in Scotland to £25,749 in East Midlands.
Are vehicle valeters and cleaners salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for vehicle valeters and cleaners?
The median hourly rate for vehicle valeters and cleaners in the UK is £12.52 (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.