Medway — Local Statistics
Key economic and labour market statistics for Medway, sourced from the Office for National Statistics.
£33,857
Median Annual Salary
+1.5% vs UK average
4.3%
Claimant Rate
+0.8pp vs UK average
7,860
Claimants (April 2026)
£33,344
UK Median Salary
Medway Economic Overview
Salaries
Salaries in Medway are slightly above the UK national average. The median annual pay of £33,857 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
Medway's claimant rate of 4.3% is in line with the UK average of 3.5%, reflecting typical employment conditions for UK local authorities.