Average Gardeners and landscape gardeners Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
A gardeners and landscape gardeners working in the North West could expect a median salary of £27,475 in 2025 — 1.5% above the national figure of £27,057. In practical terms, living costs in the North West run 8.8% below average. That means £27,475 stretches to roughly £30,126 in real spending power. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554, so gardeners and landscape gardenerss sit 24.8% less that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £27,475 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £30,126 — 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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Gardeners and landscape gardeners salary in areas near Manchester
Salary data is by ONS region. Manchester 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 gardeners and landscape gardeners salary in Manchester?
The median gardeners and landscape gardeners salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £27,475 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does gardeners and landscape gardeners pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Gardeners and landscape gardeners in the North West earn 1.5% above the national median of £27,057. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is gardeners and landscape gardeners a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Gardeners and landscape gardeners in the North West earn £27,475, which is 24.8% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for gardeners and landscape gardenerss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.