The UK median hourly rate is approximately £16/hour (2025). At £14/hr, you're below the UK median. This is common for entry-level roles, part-time work, or certain sectors.
Working at £14/Hour
£14/hour is a solid hourly rate, representing 22% above the National Living Wage. It is above the London Living Wage and provides a comfortable income for full-time workers in most parts of the UK. Many skilled and semi-skilled roles pay at this level.
Typical Roles at £14/Hour
Typical roles include experienced administrative staff, skilled care workers (senior level), forklift drivers, customer service team leaders, and junior technicians. Many NHS Band 3-4 roles work out to approximately this hourly rate when converted from annual salary.
Annual Salary Equivalent
At 40 hours/week, £14/hour produces annual earnings of £29,120 — close to the UK median salary of £31,000. After tax, monthly take home is approximately £2,105. See £29,000 salary after tax for more detail.