The median hourly wage for full-time employees is £19.67/hour (excluding overtime, ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, April 2025). At £11/hr, you're below the median. This is common for entry-level roles, part-time work, or certain sectors.
Working at £11/Hour
£11/hour is below the National Living Wage of £12.71/hour (from 1 April 2026) for workers aged 21+; it is above the £10.85 minimum for 18-20 year olds. If you are earning this rate, you should be aware that the legal minimum increases annually each April. Many employers already pay above the statutory minimum, and the Real Living Wage (a voluntary rate set by the Living Wage Foundation) is £13.45/hour outside London and £14.80/hour in London (announced October 2025).
Typical Roles at £11/Hour
Common roles around this rate include retail assistants, hospitality staff, warehouse operatives, and entry-level care workers. Many of these roles offer overtime at enhanced rates (time-and-a-half or double time) that can significantly boost overall earnings.
Annual Salary Equivalent
Full-time at £11/hour, you would earn approximately £22,880/year. After tax, your take home would be about £1,673 per month. The jump from £11 to £12/hour adds £2,080/year gross — a meaningful difference. See hourly rate comparisons for more detail.