Police officer salaries range from £28,551 to £65,000+. Constable, sergeant and inspector pay scales for 2026.
| Rank | Salary |
|---|---|
| Student Officer / Probationer | £28,551–£34,224 |
| Constable (qualified) | £34,224–£46,044 |
| Sergeant | £46,044–£50,922 |
| Inspector | £57,162–£60,732 |
| Chief Inspector | £62,928–£65,736 |
See exactly what your Police Officer salary looks like after tax and NI.
Calculate Take-Home PayStudent officers start at £28,551. After probation, constable pay rises to £34,224–£46,044.
Yes — the Police Pension Scheme is one of the more generous public sector pension arrangements in the UK.