Average Head teachers and principals Salary in South Hams
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How South Hams compares
A head teachers and principals working in the South West could expect a median salary of £65,735 in 2025 — 7.4% below the national figure 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 South West run 3.9% below average. That means £65,735 stretches to roughly £68,403 in real spending power. The all-jobs average in South Hams is £28,329. By comparison, head teachers and principalss earn 132.0% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £65,735 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £68,403 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South West is 3.9% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average head teachers and principals salary in South Hams?
The median head teachers and principals salary in the South West (which includes South Hams) is £65,735 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 South Hams compare to the UK average?
Head teachers and principals in the South West earn 7.4% 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 South Hams compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in South Hams is £28,329. Head teachers and principals in the South West earn £65,735, which is 132.0% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for head teachers and principalss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to South Hams. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.