Average Research and development (R&D) managers Salary in South Derbyshire
ONS ASHE 2025 · East Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How South Derbyshire compares
In practical terms, a research and development (r&d) managers in the East Midlands earned a median of £54,739 during 2025, which works out to 0.2% below the UK-wide median of £54,857. Factor in the East Midlands's cost of living (8.2% below the UK norm) and a £54,739 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £59,629. Compared to the South Derbyshire average across all roles (£32,938), research and development (r&d) managerss take home 66.2% 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 South Derbyshire
Salary data is by ONS region. South Derbyshire is in the East Midlands region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average research and development (r&d) managers salary in South Derbyshire?
The median research and development (r&d) managers salary in the East Midlands (which includes South Derbyshire) 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 South Derbyshire 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 South Derbyshire compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in South Derbyshire is £32,938. Research and development (R&D) managers in the East Midlands earn £54,739, which is 66.2% 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 South Derbyshire. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.