Business and related research professionals Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median business and related research professionals salary in the UK is £39,941 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £44,154, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £21.46.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £33,678 in North East to £45,269 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£39,941
Annual
UK Mean
£44,154
Annual
Hourly Rate
£21.46
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £45,269 | £54,345 | £38,891 |
| South West | £42,422 | £44,625 | £44,144 |
| South East | £41,663 | £46,964 | £40,371 |
| East | £39,891 | £44,722 | £40,998 |
| East Midlands | £38,114 | £40,051 | £41,519 |
| North West | £38,029 | £37,132 | £41,698 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £37,054 | £37,588 | £40,944 |
| Wales | £37,038 | £35,220 | £41,153 |
| West Midlands | £36,183 | £36,188 | £39,544 |
| Scotland | £35,164 | £35,617 | £38,098 |
| North East | £33,678 | £33,366 | £37,378 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average business and related research professionals salary in the UK?
The median business and related research professionals salary in the UK is £39,941 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £44,154, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays business and related research professionals the most?
London pays the highest business and related research professionals salaries with a median of £45,269.
How does business and related research professionals pay vary by region?
Business and related research professionals salaries range from £33,678 in North East to £45,269 in London.
Are business and related research professionals salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for business and related research professionals?
The median hourly rate for business and related research professionals in the UK is £21.46 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.