Bristol emerges as the best UK city to work in construction
Posted: Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
New data from Travis Perkins has revealed that Bristol is the most favourable city for construction workers in the UK. The Best Place to Be a Construction Worker Index ranked major UK cities based on a combination of average salary, job availability, cost of living, and safety rates. Here are the top five cities ranked: Rank City Overall Score 1 Bristol 100.00 2 Edinburgh 87.76 3 Cardiff 81.80 4 Leicester 78.79 5 Newcastle upon Tyne 77.96 Bristol topped the list thanks to its high concentration of job opportunities and competitive salaries averaging nearly £58,000. Edinburgh ranked second overall, offering substantial salaries and affordability for its size, while Cardiff stood out for its balance of job availability, moderate cost of living, and safety. Leicester and Newcastle rounded out the top five, with both cities performing well across the board despite being more affordable than some of the top scorers. Carine Jessamine, group marketing and digital director at Travis Perkins, commented on the findings: “These findings highlight the vital role that local infrastructure, housing, and employment opportunities play in supporting the construction industry. It’s encouraging to see cities where construction professionals are not only in demand, but also able to build stable, rewarding careers.”
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