Average Senior police officers Salary in North Somerset UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How North Somerset UA compares
The going rate for senior police officerss in the South West? £64,975 at the median in 2025. That compares to £66,514 nationally — a gap of 2.3% below. Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £64,975 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £67,612. Compared to the North Somerset UA average across all roles (£28,749), senior police officerss take home 126.0% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £64,975 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £67,612 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South West is 3.9% below the UK average.
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Senior police officers salary in areas near North Somerset UA
Salary data is by ONS region. North Somerset UA is in the South 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 North Somerset UA?
The median senior police officers salary in the South West (which includes North Somerset UA) is £64,975 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 North Somerset UA compare to the UK average?
Senior police officers in the South West earn 2.3% 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 North Somerset UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in North Somerset UA is £28,749. Senior police officers in the South West earn £64,975, which is 126.0% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for senior police officerss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to North Somerset UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.