Average Senior police officers Salary in Bolton
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Bolton compares
A senior police officers working in the North West could expect a median salary of £63,614 in 2025 — 4.4% below the national figure of £66,514. This is particularly notable as forces across England and Wales work to rebuild officer numbers. Factor in the North West's cost of living (8.8% below the UK norm) and a £63,614 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £69,752. Compared to the Bolton average across all roles (£27,696), senior police officerss take home 129.7% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £63,614 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £69,752 — 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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Senior police officers salary in areas near Bolton
Salary data is by ONS region. Bolton 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 senior police officers salary in Bolton?
The median senior police officers salary in the North West (which includes Bolton) is £63,614 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does senior police officers pay in Bolton compare to the UK average?
Senior police officers in the North West earn 4.4% below the national median of £66,514. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is senior police officers a well-paid job in Bolton compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Bolton is £27,696. Senior police officers in the North West earn £63,614, which is 129.7% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for senior police officerss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Bolton. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.