Groundworkers vs Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades Salary (2025)

How do Groundworkers and Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Groundworkers earns £1,852 more per year (5% higher)

Groundworkers

£37,486
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricGroundworkersMetal Forming, Welding and Related TradesDifference
Median Annual£37,486£35,634+£1,852
Mean Annual£38,039£38,191-£152
Monthly£3,124£2,970+£154
Weekly£721£685+£36
Hourly£18.02£17.13+£0.89

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileGroundworkersMetal Forming, Welding and Related Trades
10th (Entry)£26,867£25,589
25th£30,598£29,967
50th (Median)£37,486£35,634
75th£45,271£45,245
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Groundworkers or a Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades?
A Groundworkers earns more. The median salary for a Groundworkers is £37,486, whilst a Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades earns £35,634 — a difference of £1,852 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Groundworkers and a Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades?
The difference is £1,852 per year. Groundworkers is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Groundworkers or a Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades?
From a salary perspective, Groundworkers offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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