London Living Wage — 8 hours per week After Tax 2025-26
London Living Wage (Greater London) · £13.85/hr · Gross: £5,762/year
London Living Wage — 8 hours per week — full tax breakdown 2025-26
| Item | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | £5,762 | £480 |
| Personal Allowance (tax-free) | £12,570 | £1,048 |
| Income Tax | −£0 | −£0 |
| National Insurance (8%) | −£0 | −£0 |
| Net take-home | £5,762 | £480 |
No Income Tax payable. At 8 hours/week at £13.85/hr, your annual gross of £5,762 is below the £12,570 Personal Allowance. You pay no Income Tax.
London Living Wage take-home pay — 8 hours a week
Working 8 hours per week at the London Living Wage of £13.85/hr, your weekly gross is £111 and your annual gross is £5,762 (based on 52 weeks). After Income Tax of £0 and National Insurance of £0, your take-home pay is £5,762/year, which is £480/month or £111/week net.
The London Living Wage is set by the Living Wage Foundation and applies in Greater London. It is a voluntary commitment by accredited employers, above the statutory National Living Wage of £12.21/hr (for workers aged 21+). These figures use the standard 1257L tax code with no pension contributions or student loan deductions.
Frequently asked questions
How much do I take home on the London Living Wage at 8 hours a week?
Working 8 hours/week at £13.85/hr (London Living Wage), your annual gross is £5,762. After Income Tax (£0) and National Insurance (£0), you take home £5,762/year — £480/month or £111/week.
What is the London Living Wage in 2025-26?
The London Living Wage is £13.85/hr from November 2024, set by the Living Wage Foundation. It applies to workers in Greater London and reflects the higher cost of living in the capital. It is voluntary and higher than both the Real Living Wage (£12.60/hr) and the statutory NLW (£12.21/hr).
Do I pay Income Tax on the London Living Wage at 8 hours a week?
No. At 8 hours/week at £13.85/hr, your annual gross is £5,762 — below the £12,570 Personal Allowance. You pay no Income Tax.
What is the weekly gross pay for 8 hours at £13.85?
Working 8 hours/week at £13.85/hr gives a weekly gross of £111 and an annual gross of £5,762 (52 weeks). Your weekly take-home after tax and NI is approximately £111.
What is the difference between the Living Wage and the National Living Wage?
The National Living Wage (NLW, £12.21/hr for age 21+) is a statutory minimum enforced by law — employers must pay it or face penalties. The Real Living Wage (£12.60/hr) and London Living Wage (£13.85/hr) are voluntary rates set by the Living Wage Foundation based on the actual cost of living. Employers choose to accredit themselves and commit to paying the higher voluntary rate.
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