Salary by Role

Bricklayer Salary UK 2026

Average bricklayer salary in the UK is £30,000–£45,000. Self-employed bricklayers can earn significantly more.

2026-06-22  ·  5 min read
£36,000
Median Salary
£22k–£55k+
Typical Range
£18,000–£24,000
Entry Level
£40,000–£55,000
Senior Level

Bricklaying is a consistently in-demand trade driven by the UK's ongoing housing shortage.

Salary by Employment Type

TypeTypical Rate
Employed (PAYE)£28,000–£38,000
Self-employed (day rate)£180–£280 per day
Piece work£1.20–£2.00 per brick

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Frequently Asked Questions

Employed bricklayers earn £28,000–£38,000. Self-employed bricklayers earn £45,000–£70,000 at full utilisation.

Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2024; industry salary surveys 2025