Band 9 Nurse Salary in London 2025
Find out exactly what a Band 9 nurse earns in London. Below are the full Agenda for Change pay scales for Band 9 in London, including entry, mid and top salaries, plus estimated take-home pay after tax, National Insurance and NHS pension.
Salary progression in London
Band 9 pay scale in London
| Pay point | Annual salary | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | £117,645(incl. Inner London) | £9,804 |
| Mid point | £125,984(incl. Inner London) | £10,499 |
| Top of band | £134,103(incl. Inner London) | £11,175 |
Estimated take-home pay
Estimates based on 2025/26 tax and NHS pension rates.
| Estimate | Entry | Top of band |
|---|---|---|
| Gross annual | £117,645 | £134,103 |
| Income tax | -£34,490 | -£41,521 |
| National Insurance | -£4,364 | -£4,693 |
| NHS pension | -£17,059 | -£19,445 |
| Estimated take-home (annual) | £61,732 | £68,444 |
| Estimated take-home (monthly) | £5,144 | £5,704 |
Estimates based on 2025/26 tax and NHS pension rates. Actual take-home may vary.
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Band 9 entry salary in London: £117,645. UK average (no weighting): £109,179.
In London you earn about +£8,466 (8%) more than the UK average for this band, due to location weighting.
Use the salary calculator to see take-home pay for your exact pay point and location.
Progression to the next band
Band 9 is the top of the AfC scale. Progression is into senior leadership or other high-level roles.
What comes after Band 9?
Band 9 is the top of the Agenda for Change scale. Beyond this, roles are typically executive or board-level.
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