Production managers and directors in manufacturing Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median production managers and directors in manufacturing salary in the UK is £52,885 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £64,381, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £27.47.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £47,050 in Yorkshire and The Humber to £76,710 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£52,885
Annual
UK Mean
£64,381
Annual
Hourly Rate
£27.47
Median
UK Jobs
479
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 | £76,710 | £96,703 | £65,902 |
| Scotland | £55,752 | £62,831 | £60,403 |
| South East | £51,847 | £59,063 | £50,239 |
| East | £51,144 | £64,596 | £52,563 |
| East Midlands | £49,634 | £62,420 | £54,068 |
| West Midlands | £48,224 | £53,195 | £52,704 |
| North West | £48,198 | £56,359 | £52,849 |
| South West | £48,113 | £56,520 | £50,066 |
| Wales | £47,944 | £51,313 | £53,271 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £47,050 | £51,243 | £51,989 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average production managers and directors in manufacturing salary in the UK?
The median production managers and directors in manufacturing salary in the UK is £52,885 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £64,381, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays production managers and directors in manufacturings the most?
London pays the highest production managers and directors in manufacturing salaries with a median of £76,710.
How does production managers and directors in manufacturing pay vary by region?
Production managers and directors in manufacturing salaries range from £47,050 in Yorkshire and The Humber to £76,710 in London.
Are production managers and directors in manufacturing salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the hourly rate for a production managers and directors in manufacturing?
The median hourly rate for a production managers and directors in manufacturing in the UK is £27.47 (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.