Health and safety managers and officers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median health and safety managers and officers salary in the UK is £44,551 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £46,989, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £23.73.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £37,056 in Wales to £56,361 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£44,551
Annual
UK Mean
£46,989
Annual
Hourly Rate
£23.73
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £56,361 | £58,895 | £48,420 |
| South East | £51,581 | £53,204 | £49,982 |
| Scotland | £48,814 | £49,718 | £52,886 |
| West Midlands | £44,749 | £44,077 | £48,906 |
| South West | £41,843 | £47,959 | £43,541 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £41,485 | £43,973 | £45,840 |
| East Midlands | £40,866 | £41,595 | £44,516 |
| North West | £40,123 | £46,667 | £43,995 |
| East | £39,035 | £44,647 | £40,118 |
| Wales | £37,056 | £38,494 | £41,173 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average health and safety managers and officers salary in the UK?
The median health and safety managers and officers salary in the UK is £44,551 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £46,989, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays health and safety managers and officers the most?
London pays the highest health and safety managers and officers salaries with a median of £56,361.
How does health and safety managers and officers pay vary by region?
Health and safety managers and officers salaries range from £37,056 in Wales to £56,361 in London.
Are health and safety managers and officers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for health and safety managers and officers?
The median hourly rate for health and safety managers and officers in the UK is £23.73 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.