Average Head teachers and principals Salary in Nottingham UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · East Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How Nottingham UA compares
Based on 2025 data, head teachers and principalss in the East Midlands earned £60,776 at the median — 14.4% below the national benchmark of £70,977. This is particularly notable amid well-documented teacher recruitment and retention challenges across the UK. Factor in the East Midlands's cost of living (8.2% below the UK norm) and a £60,776 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £66,205. The all-jobs average in Nottingham UA is £29,144. By comparison, head teachers and principalss earn 108.5% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East Midlands index: 91.8, UK=100), a salary of £60,776 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £66,205 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East Midlands is 8.2% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average head teachers and principals salary in Nottingham UA?
The median head teachers and principals salary in the East Midlands (which includes Nottingham UA) is £60,776 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 Nottingham UA compare to the UK average?
Head teachers and principals in the East Midlands earn 14.4% below the national median of £70,977. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is head teachers and principals a well-paid job in Nottingham UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Nottingham UA is £29,144. Head teachers and principals in the East Midlands earn £60,776, which is 108.5% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for head teachers and principalss cover the East Midlands region. The all-jobs average is specific to Nottingham UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.