Average Leisure and sports managers Salary in Bristol, City of UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Bristol, City of UA compares
In 2025, leisure and sports managerss working in the South West took home a median salary of £31,142 — that's 6.6% below the national average of £33,342. Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £31,142 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £32,406. Compared to the Bristol, City of UA average across all roles (£36,652), leisure and sports managerss take home 15.0% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £31,142 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £32,406 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South West is 3.9% below the UK average.
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Leisure and sports managers salary in areas near Bristol, City of UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Bristol, City of UA is in the South West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average leisure and sports managers salary in Bristol, City of UA?
The median leisure and sports managers salary in the South West (which includes Bristol, City of UA) is £31,142 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does leisure and sports managers pay in Bristol, City of UA compare to the UK average?
Leisure and sports managers in the South West earn 6.6% below the national median of £33,342. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is leisure and sports managers a well-paid job in Bristol, City of UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Bristol, City of UA is £36,652. Leisure and sports managers in the South West earn £31,142, which is 15.0% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for leisure and sports managerss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Bristol, City of UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.