South Gloucestershire — Local Statistics
Key economic and labour market statistics for South Gloucestershire, sourced from the Office for National Statistics.
£35,002
Median Annual Salary
+5.0% vs UK average
2.0%
Claimant Rate
-1.4pp vs UK average
3,960
Claimants (July 2026)
£33,344
UK Median Salary
South Gloucestershire Economic Overview
Salaries
Salaries in South Gloucestershire are slightly above the UK national average. The median annual pay of £35,002 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
South Gloucestershire has a notably low claimant rate of 2.0%, well below the UK average of 3.4%. This points to strong local employment and good availability of jobs in the area.