Average Routine inspectors and testers Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
According to ONS figures for 2025, the median routine inspectors and testers salary in the North West reached £28,945, sitting 14.8% below the national median of £33,982. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average, so a salary of £28,945 has an effective purchasing power closer to £31,738. Compared to the Manchester average across all roles (£36,554), routine inspectors and testerss take home 20.8% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £28,945 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £31,738 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average.
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Salary data is by ONS region. Manchester is in the North West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average routine inspectors and testers salary in Manchester?
The median routine inspectors and testers salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £28,945 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does routine inspectors and testers pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Routine inspectors and testers in the North West earn 14.8% below the national median of £33,982. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is routine inspectors and testers a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Routine inspectors and testers in the North West earn £28,945, which is 20.8% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for routine inspectors and testerss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.