Weekly earnings for self-employed plumbing contractors edged down in April, according to the latest figures released by Hudson Contract. Analysis of last month’s payroll data for more than 2,200 construction companies in England and Wales reveals a marginal decrease of 0.5 per cent to an average of £1,117 for plumbers.
The regional breakdown shows a more detailed picture. Plumbers in the South West saw the biggest fall with average weekly earnings down 18.2 per cent to £1,441, followed by those in Wales, who were down 13.1 per cent to £938, and the North West, down 10.1 per cent to £789.
The only regions to record growth were the East of England, where earnings rose 1.4 per cent to £1,349, and Yorkshire and the Humber, up 0.9 per cent to 681.
Plumbing was the best paid of all 17 self-employed construction trades covered by Hudson Contract last month and their average weekly earnings were 5.7 per cent higher than April 2018.
Ian Anfield, managing director of Hudson Contract, said: “It’s important to remember that these figures include the Easter holidays when many plumbers will have taken a well-earned break with their families.
“Plumbing is one of the most sought-after trades and skilled contractors earned an average of £1,117 per week in April, which is a great advertisement for young people who want to learn the trade, be their own boss and 
enjoy the rewards of being a valued supplier.
“We are confident that weekly earnings for plumbing contractors will continue to rise ahead of inflation given the strong demand for their specialist services and the relative lack of supply.”
Hudson Contract delivers the most accurate indication of sub-contractor pay trends across the construction industry, using payroll data to publish the average pay for a spectrum of 17 different trades split across ten regions in England and Wales.
To access Hudson Contract’s Pay Trends, visit: www.hudsoncontract.co.uk
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