Newcastle upon Tyne — Local Statistics
Key economic and labour market statistics for Newcastle upon Tyne, sourced from the Office for National Statistics.
£30,144
Median Annual Salary
-9.6% vs UK average
4.0%
Claimant Rate
+0.5pp vs UK average
8,815
Claimants (April 2026)
£33,344
UK Median Salary
Newcastle upon Tyne Economic Overview
Salaries
Earnings in Newcastle upon Tyne sit broadly in line with the national picture. The median annual salary of £30,144 is close to the UK average of £33,344, reflecting a balanced mix of industries and job types.
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Unemployment & Claimant Count
Newcastle upon Tyne's claimant rate of 4.0% is in line with the UK average of 3.5%, reflecting typical employment conditions for UK local authorities.