Basildon — Local Statistics
Key economic and labour market statistics for Basildon, sourced from the Office for National Statistics.
£34,133
Median Annual Salary
+2.4% vs UK average
3.8%
Claimant Rate
+0.3pp vs UK average
4,605
Claimants (April 2026)
£33,344
UK Median Salary
Basildon Economic Overview
Salaries
Salaries in Basildon are slightly above the UK national average. The median annual pay of £34,133 compares favourably to the UK figure of £33,344, suggesting solid employment opportunities across a range of sectors.
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Unemployment & Claimant Count
Basildon's claimant rate of 3.8% is in line with the UK average of 3.5%, reflecting typical employment conditions for UK local authorities.