Average Head teachers and principals Salary in City of London
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How City of London compares
According to ONS figures for 2025, the median head teachers and principals salary in the London reached £71,111, sitting 0.2% above the national median 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 City of London average across all roles (£67,064), head teachers and principalss take home 6.0% 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 City of London?
The median head teachers and principals salary in the London (which includes City of London) 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 City of London 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 City of London compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in City of London is £67,064. Head teachers and principals in the London earn £71,111, which is 6.0% 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 City of London. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.