Average Water and sewerage plant operatives Salary in Nottingham UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · East Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How Nottingham UA compares
In 2025, water and sewerage plant operativess working in the East Midlands took home a median salary of £42,262 — that's 8.2% above the national average of £39,057. Factor in the East Midlands's cost of living (8.2% below the UK norm) and a £42,262 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £46,037. The all-jobs average in Nottingham UA is £29,144. By comparison, water and sewerage plant operativess earn 45.0% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East Midlands index: 91.8, UK=100), a salary of £42,262 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £46,037 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East Midlands is 8.2% below the UK average.
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Water and sewerage plant operatives salary in areas near Nottingham UA
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average water and sewerage plant operatives salary in Nottingham UA?
The median water and sewerage plant operatives salary in the East Midlands (which includes Nottingham UA) is £42,262 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does water and sewerage plant operatives pay in Nottingham UA compare to the UK average?
Water and sewerage plant operatives in the East Midlands earn 8.2% above the national median of £39,057. This makes the East Midlands one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is water and sewerage plant operatives a well-paid job in Nottingham UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Nottingham UA is £29,144. Water and sewerage plant operatives in the East Midlands earn £42,262, which is 45.0% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for water and sewerage plant operativess cover the East Midlands region. The all-jobs average is specific to Nottingham UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.