Average Purchasing managers and directors Salary in Swindon UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Swindon UA compares
Based on 2025 data, purchasing managers and directorss in the South West earned £49,504 at the median — 12.8% below the national benchmark of £56,779. In practical terms, living costs in the South West run 3.9% below average. That means £49,504 stretches to roughly £51,513 in real spending power. Compared to the Swindon UA average across all roles (£32,933), purchasing managers and directorss take home 50.3% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £49,504 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £51,513 — 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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Salary data is by ONS region. Swindon 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 purchasing managers and directors salary in Swindon UA?
The median purchasing managers and directors salary in the South West (which includes Swindon UA) is £49,504 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does purchasing managers and directors pay in Swindon UA compare to the UK average?
Purchasing managers and directors in the South West earn 12.8% below the national median of £56,779. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is purchasing managers and directors a well-paid job in Swindon UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Swindon UA is £32,933. Purchasing managers and directors in the South West earn £49,504, which is 50.3% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for purchasing managers and directorss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Swindon UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.