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 manufacturings salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for production managers and directors in manufacturing?
The median hourly rate for 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.