Average Senior police officers Salary in Glasgow City
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How Glasgow City compares
A senior police officers working in the Scotland could expect a median salary of £65,529 in 2025 — 1.5% below the national figure of £66,514. This is particularly notable as forces across England and Wales work to rebuild officer numbers. The cost of living in the Scotland is 7.7% below the UK average, so a salary of £65,529 has an effective purchasing power closer to £70,996. Compared to the Glasgow City average across all roles (£34,932), senior police officerss take home 87.6% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Scotland index: 92.3, UK=100), a salary of £65,529 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £70,996 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Scotland is 7.7% below the UK average.
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Senior police officers salary in areas near Glasgow City
Salary data is by ONS region. Glasgow City is in the Scotland 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 Glasgow City?
The median senior police officers salary in the Scotland (which includes Glasgow City) is £65,529 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 Glasgow City compare to the UK average?
Senior police officers in the Scotland earn 1.5% 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 Glasgow City compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Glasgow City is £34,932. Senior police officers in the Scotland earn £65,529, which is 87.6% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for senior police officerss cover the Scotland region. The all-jobs average is specific to Glasgow City. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.