Average Educational support assistants Salary in West Lancashire
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How West Lancashire compares
The median pay for educational support assistantss in the North West stood at £19,031 in 2025, placing them 11.4% above the UK-wide figure of £17,086. Factor in the North West's cost of living (8.8% below the UK norm) and a £19,031 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £20,867. Compared to the West Lancashire average across all roles (£28,909), educational support assistantss take home 34.2% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £19,031 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £20,867 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average.
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Educational support assistants salary in areas near West Lancashire
Salary data is by ONS region. West Lancashire is in the North West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average educational support assistants salary in West Lancashire?
The median educational support assistants salary in the North West (which includes West Lancashire) is £19,031 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does educational support assistants pay in West Lancashire compare to the UK average?
Educational support assistants in the North West earn 11.4% above the national median of £17,086. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is educational support assistants a well-paid job in West Lancashire compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in West Lancashire is £28,909. Educational support assistants in the North West earn £19,031, which is 34.2% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for educational support assistantss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to West Lancashire. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.