Police South East Allowance
Forces near London can pay their officers an extra allowance to help with the higher cost of living. Here is how much it is and what you keep.
Work out your own take-homeOpen the police pay calculator with this page’s figures filled in, then change anything to match your payslip.
Open the calculator →Which forces pay it
| Forces | Up to | Extra take-home a month |
|---|---|---|
| Essex, Hertfordshire, Kent, Surrey, Thames Valley | £3,105 | £186 |
| Bedfordshire, Hampshire, Sussex | £2,070 | £124 |
These are the maximum amounts from 1 September 2026. Each chief constable decides how much to pay, so check your force’s rate. The allowance is taxed but not pensionable.
See your exact payAdd your hours, overtime, allowances, student loan and tax code in the police pay calculator.
Calculate my pay →Common questions
How much is the police South East Allowance?
Up to £3,105 a year in Essex, Hertfordshire, Kent, Surrey and Thames Valley, and up to £2,070 in Bedfordshire, Hampshire and Sussex, from September 2026.
Is the South East Allowance pensionable?
No.