Average Senior police officers Salary in Hyndburn
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Hyndburn compares
In practical terms, a senior police officers in the North West earned a median of £63,614 during 2025, which works out to 4.4% below the UK-wide median of £66,514. This is particularly notable as forces across England and Wales work to rebuild officer numbers. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average, so a salary of £63,614 has an effective purchasing power closer to £69,752. Compared to the Hyndburn average across all roles (£27,323), senior police officerss take home 132.8% 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 Hyndburn
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average senior police officers salary in Hyndburn?
The median senior police officers salary in the North West (which includes Hyndburn) 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 Hyndburn 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 Hyndburn compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Hyndburn is £27,323. Senior police officers in the North West earn £63,614, which is 132.8% 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 Hyndburn. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.