Average Head teachers and principals Salary in Conwy / Conwy
ONS ASHE 2025 · Wales region · Updated October 2025
How Conwy / Conwy compares
A head teachers and principals working in the Wales could expect a median salary of £76,119 in 2025 — 7.2% above the national figure of £70,977. This is particularly notable amid well-documented teacher recruitment and retention challenges across the UK. The cost of living in the Wales is 10.0% below the UK average, so a salary of £76,119 has an effective purchasing power closer to £84,577. The all-jobs average in Conwy / Conwy is £26,961. By comparison, head teachers and principalss earn 182.3% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Wales index: 90, UK=100), a salary of £76,119 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £84,577 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Wales is 10.0% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average head teachers and principals salary in Conwy / Conwy?
The median head teachers and principals salary in the Wales (which includes Conwy / Conwy) is £76,119 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does head teachers and principals pay in Conwy / Conwy compare to the UK average?
Head teachers and principals in the Wales earn 7.2% above the national median of £70,977. This makes the Wales one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is head teachers and principals a well-paid job in Conwy / Conwy compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Conwy / Conwy is £26,961. Head teachers and principals in the Wales earn £76,119, which is 182.3% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for head teachers and principalss cover the Wales region. The all-jobs average is specific to Conwy / Conwy. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.