Police Scotland
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scotland.police.ukPolice Scotland pay 2026
321 people who work at Police Scotland have taken the Breakroom Quiz. Here's everything they told us about pay per hour, pay by age, and more.
How much do Police Scotland pay per hour?
This table shows how pay rates at Police Scotland compare across the different types of jobs they offer.
| Job | Police Scotland pay |
|---|---|
| Police constable | £33.0k-50.8k per year |
| Police constable | £35.4k-61.9k per year |
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2024 and March 2026.
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Find Police Scotland jobs near you
There are currently 5 job openings at Police Scotland across the UK
Find available jobsWhat do Police Scotland pay different age groups?
This table shows how hourly pay rates at Police Scotland vary between age groups.
| Age group | Police Scotland pay per hour | Legal minimum wage |
|---|---|---|
| 16-17 | Not enough data yet | £8.00 |
| 18-20 | Not enough data yet | £10.85 |
| 21 and over | £16.36-27.45 per hour | £12.71 |
What is the Real Living Wage?
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
| Location | Real Living Wage |
|---|---|
| London | £14.80 |
| Rest of the UK | £13.45 |
Find Police Scotland jobs near you
There are currently 5 job openings at Police Scotland across the UK
Find available jobsDo Police Scotland pay breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks at Police Scotland.
Last updated 8 April 2026
Do Police Scotland pay by the hour or annually?
People get paid an annual salary at Police Scotland.
Last updated 8 April 2026
Do Police Scotland pay enough to live on?
Most people are paid a living wage at Police Scotland.
Last updated 8 April 2026
Do Police Scotland pay market rates?
Most people are paid above average for their job at Police Scotland.
Last updated 8 April 2026
Do Police Scotland pay minimum wage?
Yes. Most people are paid above the minimum wage at Police Scotland.
Last updated 8 April 2026
Do Police Scotland pay sick pay?
Yes. Most people get proper sick pay at Police Scotland.
Last updated 8 April 2026
Do workers at Police Scotland do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work at Police Scotland.
Last updated 8 April 2026
What’s the staff discount at Police Scotland?
People report getting blue light card at Police Scotland.
Last updated 26 March 2026