Average Managers in transport and distribution Salary in Darlington UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · North East region · Updated October 2025
How Darlington UA compares
In 2025, managers in transport and distributions working in the North East took home a median salary of £45,905 — that's 1.8% below the national average of £46,734. The cost of living in the North East is 9.9% below the UK average, so a salary of £45,905 has an effective purchasing power closer to £50,949. Compared to the Darlington UA average across all roles (£29,692), managers in transport and distributions take home 54.6% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North East index: 90.1, UK=100), a salary of £45,905 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £50,949 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North East is 9.9% below the UK average.
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Managers in transport and distribution salary in areas near Darlington UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Darlington UA is in the North East region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average managers in transport and distribution salary in Darlington UA?
The median managers in transport and distribution salary in the North East (which includes Darlington UA) is £45,905 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does managers in transport and distribution pay in Darlington UA compare to the UK average?
Managers in transport and distributions in the North East earn 1.8% below the national median of £46,734. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is managers in transport and distribution a well-paid job in Darlington UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Darlington UA is £29,692. Managers in transport and distributions in the North East earn £45,905, which is 54.6% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for managers in transport and distributions cover the North East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Darlington UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.