Average Head teachers and principals Salary in Vale of Glamorgan / Bro Morgannwg
ONS ASHE 2025 · Wales region · Updated October 2025
How Vale of Glamorgan / Bro Morgannwg compares
The going rate for head teachers and principalss in the Wales? £76,119 at the median in 2025. That compares to £70,977 nationally — a gap of 7.2% above. In practical terms, living costs in the Wales run 10.0% below average. That means £76,119 stretches to roughly £84,577 in real spending power. The all-jobs average in Vale of Glamorgan / Bro Morgannwg is £28,528. By comparison, head teachers and principalss earn 166.8% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Wales index: 90, UK=100), a salary of £76,119 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £84,577 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Wales is 10.0% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average head teachers and principals salary in Vale of Glamorgan / Bro Morgannwg?
The median head teachers and principals salary in the Wales (which includes Vale of Glamorgan / Bro Morgannwg) is £76,119 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 Vale of Glamorgan / Bro Morgannwg compare to the UK average?
Head teachers and principals in the Wales earn 7.2% above the national median of £70,977. This makes the Wales one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is head teachers and principals a well-paid job in Vale of Glamorgan / Bro Morgannwg compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Vale of Glamorgan / Bro Morgannwg is £28,528. Head teachers and principals in the Wales earn £76,119, which is 166.8% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for head teachers and principalss cover the Wales region. The all-jobs average is specific to Vale of Glamorgan / Bro Morgannwg. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.