Higher education teaching professionals Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median higher education teaching professionals salary in the UK is £46,494 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £46,955, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £28.94.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £39,131 in South East to £50,053 in North West. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£46,494
Annual
UK Mean
£46,955
Annual
Hourly Rate
£28.94
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North West | £50,053 | £52,005 | £54,883 |
| London | £48,841 | £49,532 | £41,960 |
| Wales | £48,809 | £47,759 | £54,232 |
| Scotland | £48,035 | £49,502 | £52,042 |
| South West | £46,228 | £46,915 | £48,104 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £46,120 | £48,569 | £50,961 |
| West Midlands | £43,442 | £43,148 | £47,478 |
| East Midlands | £43,173 | £46,567 | £47,029 |
| East | £39,876 | £48,435 | £40,983 |
| South East | £39,131 | £40,243 | £37,918 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average higher education teaching professionals salary in the UK?
The median higher education teaching professionals salary in the UK is £46,494 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £46,955, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays higher education teaching professionals the most?
North West pays the highest higher education teaching professionals salaries with a median of £50,053.
How does higher education teaching professionals pay vary by region?
Higher education teaching professionals salaries range from £39,131 in South East to £50,053 in North West.
Are higher education teaching professionals salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for higher education teaching professionals?
The median hourly rate for higher education teaching professionals in the UK is £28.94 (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.