Warehouse operatives Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median warehouse operatives salary in the UK is £26,574 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £26,197, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £13.70.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £25,655 in Wales to £27,651 in East. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£26,574
Annual
UK Mean
£26,197
Annual
Hourly Rate
£13.70
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East | £27,651 | £27,719 | £28,418 |
| London | £27,461 | £27,431 | £23,592 |
| South East | £27,203 | £26,672 | £26,359 |
| South West | £27,162 | £26,396 | £28,264 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £26,692 | £26,151 | £29,494 |
| Scotland | £26,620 | £25,609 | £28,841 |
| West Midlands | £26,238 | £26,270 | £28,675 |
| North East | £26,006 | £25,754 | £28,863 |
| North West | £25,960 | £25,751 | £28,465 |
| East Midlands | £25,664 | £24,960 | £27,956 |
| Wales | £25,655 | £25,722 | £28,506 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average warehouse operatives salary in the UK?
The median warehouse operatives salary in the UK is £26,574 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £26,197, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays warehouse operatives the most?
East pays the highest warehouse operatives salaries with a median of £27,651.
How does warehouse operatives pay vary by region?
Warehouse operatives salaries range from £25,655 in Wales to £27,651 in East.
Are warehouse operatives salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for warehouse operatives?
The median hourly rate for warehouse operatives in the UK is £13.70 (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.