Average Head teachers and principals Salary in Kingston upon Thames
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How Kingston upon Thames compares
Looking at 2025 salary data, head teachers and principalss in the London were paid a median of £71,111. The national equivalent stands at £70,977, putting this region 0.2% above. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average, so a salary of £71,111 has an effective purchasing power closer to £61,092. The all-jobs average in Kingston upon Thames is £36,898. By comparison, head teachers and principalss earn 92.7% more than the typical worker locally.
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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Head teachers and principals salary in areas near Kingston upon Thames
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average head teachers and principals salary in Kingston upon Thames?
The median head teachers and principals salary in the London (which includes Kingston upon Thames) 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 Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Kingston upon Thames is £36,898. Head teachers and principals in the London earn £71,111, which is 92.7% 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 Kingston upon Thames. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.