Westminster — Local Statistics

Key economic and labour market statistics for Westminster, sourced from the Office for National Statistics.

£45,172
Median Annual Salary
+35.5% vs UK average
4.1%
Claimant Rate
+0.6pp vs UK average
6,450
Claimants (April 2026)
£33,344
UK Median Salary

Westminster Economic Overview

Salaries

Westminster is among the higher-paying areas in the UK, with median annual earnings of £45,172 — 35.5% above the national average of £33,344. This typically reflects a strong concentration of professional, financial, or technology roles in the area.

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Unemployment & Claimant Count

Westminster's claimant rate of 4.1% is in line with the UK average of 3.5%, reflecting typical employment conditions for UK local authorities.

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