Analysis of nanny rates in the UK : analysis
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With hundreds of registered nannies on our platform who have helped so many families to find the right person, let’s say we know quite a bit about market rates.
In this guide, we analysed all this data to share the average prices on our site.
And since examples are always the best way to understand, we’ll show real jobs posted on Yoojo.
You’ll see exactly what people near you paid for different types of childcare services!
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The average hourly rate for a nanny in the UK
The following rates are drawn solely from our database, based on 150 jobs—pretty solid for statistics!
Here are the results:
At Yoojo, the average rate of a nanny is :
Nanny rates by service type
Since hourly rates are a bit too general, we’ve also categorized the data by the most common requests on Yoojo.
Here’s what we found for different childcare services:
| Type of Nanny Service | Average Hourly Rate | Request Free Quote |
|---|---|---|
| Standard In-home Nanny - 1 Child | £10/hour | |
| In-home Nanny for 2 Children | £12/hour | |
| After-school Nanny | £9/hour | |
| Before & After-school Care | £10/hour | |
| Evening Nanny | £16/hour | |
| Overnight Nanny | £12/hour | |
| Weekend & Overnight Nanny | £16/hour | |
| School Holiday Nanny | £13/hour |
Examples of nanny rates on Yoojo
To conclude, here are several examples of rates taken from actual jobs posted and booked on our site. This will show how other families use our services and what they actually paid.
This way, you can estimate your costs more accurately!
Example 1: Booking a nanny for just one hour
⏳ Duration: 1 hour
💰 Total Paid: £12
💶 After Tax Credit: £10.09
Sometimes, you just need a quick bit of help! Our client from Oxford only needed support for one hour while they ran an errand. With Yoojo, you can book a nanny for only as long as you need, paying just for that hour.
💡 Yoojo Tip:
No need for monthly subscriptions on Yoojo. You’ll find nannies even for a single hour, and you only pay for the time you book—nothing more, nothing less.
Example 2: Hiring a nanny for the evening
⏳ Duration: 4 hours
💰 Total Paid: £56
💶 After Tax Credit: £47.74
Evening care (between 6 PM and 10 PM) is the most requested service on Yoojo. Many parents use this time to have a date night, which helps keep prices competitive. However, location can impact rates significantly. In this example, our client from Cluses paid £14 per hour.
💡 Yoojo Tip:
If you're unsure about the exact time you'll need, consider booking a bit more. On Yoojo, you pay for the service booked, but securing extra hours helps ensure your nanny is available for the entire time you might need.
Example 3: Night-time nanny care tends to be cheaper
⏳ Duration: 6 hours
💰 Total Paid: £66
💶 After Tax Credit: £54.99
Night-time care is often less expensive, since the nanny usually just needs to be present for supervision. This is ideal for parents with unconventional schedules. Yoojo’s network of local nannies means you’ll find someone suitable for any occasion!
💡 Yoojo Tip:
Our client initially booked 4.5 hours but ended up paying for 6. Yes, you can add extra hours to your nanny’s schedule directly from your Yoojo account. Convenient!
Example 4: Weekend nanny care is often pricier
⏳ Duration: 10 hours
💰 Total Paid: £150
💶 After Tax Credit: £128.60
Unlike night-time care, weekend rates are typically higher. However, weekends are perfect for hiring students looking to earn extra money, as our client in Plymouth did.
💡 Yoojo Tip:
On Yoojo, each provider sets their rate based on the service and their experience. This ensures fair pricing for everyone involved!
Example 5: Finding a nanny for 10 hours per week of after-school care
⏳ Duration: 10 hours
💰 Total Paid: £110
💶 After Tax Credit: £91.64
After-school care is among the most popular services on Yoojo, as parents often need support during working hours. Here, the client chose a schedule of one hour in the morning and one hour in the evening, five days a week.
💡 Yoojo Tip:
The more complete and specific your ad is, the easier it is for our algorithm to match you with the right people, making it simpler to attract experienced providers.
Example 6: Hiring a nanny for after-school pickup
⏳ Duration: 1 hour
💰 Total Paid: £10
💶 After Tax Credit: £8.24
Stuck at work? Our client paid only £8.24 to have their child picked up from school. This service is perfect for those needing flexibility.
💡 Yoojo Tip:
Each nanny profile includes helpful details to make your choice easier, such as driving licence and relevant qualifications.
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