Average Research and development (R&D) managers Salary in Melton
ONS ASHE 2025 · East Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How Melton compares
Looking at 2025 salary data, research and development (r&d) managerss in the East Midlands were paid a median of £54,739. The national equivalent stands at £54,857, putting this region 0.2% below. In practical terms, living costs in the East Midlands run 8.2% below average. That means £54,739 stretches to roughly £59,629 in real spending power. Compared to the Melton average across all roles (£26,700), research and development (r&d) managerss take home 105.0% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East Midlands index: 91.8, UK=100), a salary of £54,739 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £59,629 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East Midlands is 8.2% below the UK average.
Research and development (R&D) managers salary across UK regions
Research and development (R&D) managers salary in areas near Melton
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average research and development (r&d) managers salary in Melton?
The median research and development (r&d) managers salary in the East Midlands (which includes Melton) is £54,739 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does research and development (r&d) managers pay in Melton compare to the UK average?
Research and development (R&D) managers in the East Midlands earn 0.2% below the national median of £54,857. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is research and development (r&d) managers a well-paid job in Melton compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Melton is £26,700. Research and development (R&D) managers in the East Midlands earn £54,739, which is 105.0% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for research and development (r&d) managerss cover the East Midlands region. The all-jobs average is specific to Melton. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.