Java developer salary in United Kingdom

The average salary for a Java Developer is £54,175 per year in United Kingdom. This figure is based on 1k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 16 August 2026.

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Java Developer salaries typically range between a low of £30,539 and a high of £96,106 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Java Developer include London at £65,217 per year, Leeds at £58,925 per year and Edinburgh at £55,467 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Java Developer include Fusion People Ltd (US$188,500 per year) and Allegis Global Solutions (US$188,500 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Java Developer salary compares to related positions:

• Entry Level Java Developer: Average £38,574 per year
• Senior Java Developer: Average £70,509 per year
• Junior Java Developer: Average £35,964 per year
• Lead Java Software Engineer: Average £80,287 per year