Average Head teachers and principals Salary in Reigate and Banstead
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How Reigate and Banstead compares
Based on 2025 data, head teachers and principalss in the South East earned £67,377 at the median — 5.1% 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 South East's cost of living (3.2% above the UK norm) and a £67,377 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £65,288. The all-jobs average in Reigate and Banstead is £39,073. By comparison, head teachers and principalss earn 72.4% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South East index: 103.2, UK=100), a salary of £67,377 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £65,288 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South East is 3.2% above the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average head teachers and principals salary in Reigate and Banstead?
The median head teachers and principals salary in the South East (which includes Reigate and Banstead) is £67,377 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 Reigate and Banstead compare to the UK average?
Head teachers and principals in the South East earn 5.1% 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 Reigate and Banstead compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Reigate and Banstead is £39,073. Head teachers and principals in the South East earn £67,377, which is 72.4% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for head teachers and principalss cover the South East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Reigate and Banstead. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.