Fork-Lift Truck Drivers Salary in West Midlands (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 fork-lift truck drivers working in West Midlands is £26,624 per year (gross, before tax) — 14.2% below the UK national median of £31,016 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 West Midlands? A solid negotiation guide helps you use these figures with confidence.
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| Region | Median salary | vs national |
|---|---|---|
| South West | £40,846 | +31.7% |
| Scotland | £34,800 | +12.2% |
| South East | £33,998 | +9.6% |
| North West | £29,736 | -4.1% |
| East | £29,558 | -4.7% |
| West Midlands | £26,624 | -14.2% |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £26,384 | -14.9% |
| East Midlands | £25,685 | -17.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a fork-lift truck drivers in West Midlands?
The median salary in West Midlands is £26,624 per year (gross, before tax), based on ONS ASHE 2025 (provisional) data. The mean is £28,983.
How does West Midlands pay compare to the UK national average?
West Midlands is 14.2% below the UK national median of £31,016 for this occupation.
Which UK region pays fork-lift truck drivers the most?
Of the regions with published ONS data for this occupation, South West has the highest median at £40,846 per year. See the regional comparison table above for every area.
Data: ONS ASHE Table 14/15, 2025 provisional · Page built 2026-10-25