Data Scientist salaries in London range from £47,250 to £175,500 in 2026. The mid-level median is £91,125, which is 35% above the United Kingdom national average.
Junior (0-2 yrs)
£47,250 – £67,500
Median: £57,375 · per year
Mid-Level (3-5 yrs)
£74,250 – £108,000
Median: £91,125 · per year
Senior (6+ yrs)
£114,750 – £175,500
Median: £145,125 · per year
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Estimated Data Scientist Salary in London, United Kingdom
3 sourcesMedian: £118,125 per year (adjusted for London cost of living)
Junior
£57,375
0-2 yrs
Mid-Level
£91,125
3-5 yrs
Senior
£145,125
6+ yrs
| City | Mid-Level Median | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|
| London, England | £91,125 | very high |
| Cambridge, England | £79,650 | high |
| Oxford, England | £78,300 | high |
| Reading, England | £75,600 | high |
| Brighton, England | £74,250 | high |
| Edinburgh, Scotland | £72,900 | moderate |
| Bristol, England | £71,550 | moderate |
City figures scale United Kingdom’s national data scientist range by local cost of living and are indicative. Actual pay varies by employer, seniority, and total compensation.