Average Head teachers and principals Salary in Greenwich
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How Greenwich compares
Based on 2025 data, head teachers and principalss in the London earned £71,111 at the median — 0.2% above the national benchmark of £70,977. This is particularly notable amid well-documented teacher recruitment and retention challenges across the UK. In practical terms, living costs in the London run 16.4% above average. That means £71,111 stretches to roughly £61,092 in real spending power. Compared to the Greenwich average across all roles (£30,787), head teachers and principalss take home 131.0% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (London index: 116.4, UK=100), a salary of £71,111 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £61,092 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average head teachers and principals salary in Greenwich?
The median head teachers and principals salary in the London (which includes Greenwich) is £71,111 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 Greenwich compare to the UK average?
Head teachers and principals in the London earn 0.2% above the national median of £70,977. This makes the London one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is head teachers and principals a well-paid job in Greenwich compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Greenwich is £30,787. Head teachers and principals in the London earn £71,111, which is 131.0% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for head teachers and principalss cover the London region. The all-jobs average is specific to Greenwich. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.