Welding trades Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median welding trades salary in the UK is £34,742 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £36,908, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £16.88.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £29,134 in South West to £39,122 in South East. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£34,742
Annual
UK Mean
£36,908
Annual
Hourly Rate
£16.88
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South East | £39,122 | £38,956 | £37,909 |
| North West | £38,865 | £38,461 | £42,615 |
| East | £38,814 | £39,701 | £39,891 |
| Wales | £36,339 | £40,787 | £40,377 |
| East Midlands | £34,793 | £36,156 | £37,901 |
| West Midlands | £34,493 | £35,317 | £37,697 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £32,947 | £36,107 | £36,406 |
| South West | £29,134 | £31,414 | £30,316 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average welding trades salary in the UK?
The median welding trades salary in the UK is £34,742 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £36,908, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays welding trades the most?
South East pays the highest welding trades salaries with a median of £39,122.
How does welding trades pay vary by region?
Welding trades salaries range from £29,134 in South West to £39,122 in South East.
Are welding trades salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for welding trades?
The median hourly rate for welding trades in the UK is £16.88 (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.