Average Head teachers and principals Salary in Stockton-on-Tees UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · North East region · Updated October 2025
How Stockton-on-Tees UA compares
Based on 2025 data, head teachers and principalss in the North East earned £71,526 at the median — 0.8% above the national benchmark 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 North East run 9.9% below average. That means £71,526 stretches to roughly £79,385 in real spending power. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Stockton-on-Tees UA is £29,537, so head teachers and principalss sit 142.2% more that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North East index: 90.1, UK=100), a salary of £71,526 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £79,385 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North East is 9.9% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average head teachers and principals salary in Stockton-on-Tees UA?
The median head teachers and principals salary in the North East (which includes Stockton-on-Tees UA) is £71,526 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 Stockton-on-Tees UA compare to the UK average?
Head teachers and principals in the North East earn 0.8% above the national median of £70,977. This makes the North East one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is head teachers and principals a well-paid job in Stockton-on-Tees UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Stockton-on-Tees UA is £29,537. Head teachers and principals in the North East earn £71,526, which is 142.2% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for head teachers and principalss cover the North East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Stockton-on-Tees UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.