Average Head teachers and principals Salary in West Oxfordshire
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How West Oxfordshire compares
If you're a head teachers and principals in the South East, the typical salary in 2025 was £67,377. That's 5.1% below what head teachers and principalss earn nationally (£70,977). The cost of living in the South East is 3.2% above the UK average, so a salary of £67,377 has an effective purchasing power closer to £65,288. Compared to the West Oxfordshire average across all roles (£34,006), head teachers and principalss take home 98.1% more.
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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Head teachers and principals salary in areas near West Oxfordshire
Salary data is by ONS region. West Oxfordshire is in the South East region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average head teachers and principals salary in West Oxfordshire?
The median head teachers and principals salary in the South East (which includes West Oxfordshire) 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 West Oxfordshire 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 West Oxfordshire compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in West Oxfordshire is £34,006. Head teachers and principals in the South East earn £67,377, which is 98.1% 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 West Oxfordshire. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.