Salary guide · England
How much does a security guard earn in England?
Average base salary in England
£27,075 per year
per year in England · School or trust-set scale
Security Guard salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical security guard pay across the UK. Security Guard pay in England is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.
Compare average security guard pay in England and neighbouring areas.
The average salary for a security guard in England is £27,075 per year, typically ranging from £20,900 per year to £34,200 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
England tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for security guards. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live security guard openings in England rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Security Guards in England typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.
Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In England it's £27,075 per year — a discount of £1,425 per year versus the UK average.
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