Metal Machining Setters and Setter-Operators Salary in South West (2025)
✓ Sourced directly from ONS ASHE · Checked for accuracy at every rebuild · First published: 2026-08-25 · Last updated: 2026-10-25
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Overview
The median salary for a metal machining setters and setter-operators working in South West is £36,938 per year (gross, before tax) — 4.4% above the UK national median of £35,394 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 South West? A solid negotiation guide helps you use these figures with confidence.
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| Region | Median salary | vs national |
|---|---|---|
| South West | £36,938 | +4.4% |
| South East | £36,504 | +3.1% |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £36,476 | +3.1% |
| Scotland | £36,394 | +2.8% |
| East | £35,836 | +1.2% |
| East Midlands | £35,387 | -0.0% |
| North East | £33,847 | -4.4% |
| London | £33,123 | -6.4% |
| West Midlands | £33,025 | -6.7% |
| North West | £32,985 | -6.8% |
| Wales | £28,496 | -19.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a metal machining setters and setter-operators in South West?
The median salary in South West is £36,938 per year (gross, before tax), based on ONS ASHE 2025 (provisional) data. The mean is £36,456.
How does South West pay compare to the UK national average?
South West is 4.4% above the UK national median of £35,394 for this occupation.
Data: ONS ASHE Table 14/15, 2025 provisional · Page built 2026-10-25