Assumptions and pay data
Pay data: Transport sector pay. Engineer / Planner: illustrative £37,492 to £55,702, 2026/27 figures. Checked 4/9/2026.
- The London options, £4,600 inner, £3,000 outer and £1,100 fringe, are rounded illustrations for comparison, not your employer's rates.
Allowances & Enhancements Calculator
England (primary coverage)Confirm with your employerReviewed 4/9/2026
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Guide for Transport Planner
This guide explains how allowances and enhancements sit on top of basic pay for Transport Planner on Engineer / Planner at Transport Bodies. Select only enhancements that apply to your rota, location and contract.
Enhancements for Transport Planner
As Transport Planner at Transport Bodies, total pay often includes enhancements on top of basic band pay on Engineer / Planner. Eligibility depends on your rota, location and contract. The calculator adds selected allowances to illustrative basic pay from Transport sector pay.
Stacking rules
Employers have rules on which allowances can be combined. This tool adds selected items to your base pay for illustration. Use your band and spine point, or enter your payslip gross as the base.
Example scenario
Example: £37,492 base pay plus an illustrative 5% add-on (£1,875), £39,367 in all. The calculator itself opens with no allowances added.
| Base band pay (example) | £37,492 |
|---|---|
| Illustrative allowance add-on (5%) | £1,875 |
| Total gross (example) | £39,367 |
Frequently asked questions
Where do I find my real London rate?
In your collective agreement or contract.
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About this role
What is a Transport Planner?
A Transport Planner works on transport policy, modelling or scheme design. They may work for a council, TfL or consultancy. Pay is typically on planning/engineering scales.
Typical demands, progression and balance
Transport planning offers variety and impact on places. Pay and satisfaction depend on employer and role. Progression to senior planner or manager is common.
What allowances or extras apply?
Allowances and enhancements vary by employer and role. Use the calculator above to add common allowances to your base pay.
Disclaimer
Illustrative estimates, not financial or career advice. Your payslip and contract decide what you are actually paid.