Book-Keepers, Payroll Managers and Wages Clerks Salary in London (2025)
✓ Sourced directly from ONS ASHE · Checked for accuracy at every rebuild · First published: 2026-08-25 · Last updated: 2026-10-25
ONS ASHE 2025 (provisional) · Table 15, work-based regionAs an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Links below are affiliate links.
Overview
The median salary for a book-keepers, payroll managers and wages clerks working in London is £33,217 per year (gross, before tax) — 19.7% above the UK national median of £27,743 for this occupation. Figures come from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (2025 (provisional)), based on where the job is located rather than where the employee lives. Negotiating an offer in London? A solid negotiation guide helps you use these figures with confidence.
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| Region | Median salary | vs national |
|---|---|---|
| London | £33,217 | +19.7% |
| North East | £28,245 | +1.8% |
| West Midlands | £27,848 | +0.4% |
| Scotland | £27,451 | -1.1% |
| South East | £27,031 | -2.6% |
| North West | £26,923 | -3.0% |
| East | £26,802 | -3.4% |
| South West | £26,234 | -5.4% |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £25,692 | -7.4% |
| East Midlands | £25,187 | -9.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a book-keepers, payroll managers and wages clerks in London?
The median salary in London is £33,217 per year (gross, before tax), based on ONS ASHE 2025 (provisional) data. The mean is £34,124.
How does London pay compare to the UK national average?
London is 19.7% above the UK national median of £27,743 for this occupation.
Data: ONS ASHE Table 14/15, 2025 provisional · Page built 2026-10-25