Police Salary Calculator
Calculate your true take-home pay based on your rank, pay point, and force. Includes accurate adjustments for London Weighting, South East Allowances, and 2015 Scheme Pensions.
Determines location allowances (London Weighting, SE Allowance).
Estimated Take-Home
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Gross Annual Pay
Including allowances
Salary Breakdown
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What this calculator includes
- Official 2024/25 Pay Scales (England & Wales)
- Automatic London Weighting & SE Allowances
- Part-time pro-rata adjustments (Hours/40)
- Pension contributions (CARE 2015 Tiers)
- National Insurance & Income Tax estimates
- Part-Time / Reduced Hours Calculator
- Monthly and Annual take-home breakdown
Common Reference Salaries
Figures are illustrative gross annual pay including standard location allowances where specified.
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Part-Time Police Pay Calculator
Many officers choose to work reduced hours for work-life balance. Our calculator fully supports part-time pro-rata calculations. simply toggle "Part-Time Hours" in the calculator above to see how reducing your week to 30, 24, or 16 hours affects your take-home pay and pension.
Understanding Your Pay
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a police officer earn in the UK?
Police salary depends on rank, experience, location, allowances, and working hours. A new constable starts at around £31,497 (plus allowances), while a top-rate Sergeant earns £53,943.
How is part-time police pay calculated?
Part-time police pay is calculated on a pro-rata basis using contracted weekly hours. For example, working 20 hours (0.5 FTE) means you receive 50% of the full-time gross salary and allowances.
Does this calculator include overtime?
No. Overtime is calculated separately using Annex U rates. Use our dedicated Police Overtime Calculator for those figures.
Are allowances included?
Location-based allowances can be included where selected. This includes London Weighting (£2,905+) and South East Allowances.
Is this calculator for serving officers only?
No. It is also useful for candidates and those comparing forces. It provides a realistic estimate of take-home pay after pension and tax.
Disclaimer: Police Pay (UK) is an independent reference site and is not affiliated with the Home Office, any Police Force, or the Police Federation. While we strive for accuracy based on published regulations, this calculator provides estimates only and should not be used for financial planning. Always check your official payslip.
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