Average Senior police officers Salary in South Norfolk
ONS ASHE 2025 · East region · Updated October 2025
How South Norfolk compares
In 2025, senior police officerss working in the East took home a median salary of £65,326 — that's 1.8% below the national average of £66,514. The cost of living in the East is 2.7% below the UK average, so a salary of £65,326 has an effective purchasing power closer to £67,139. The all-jobs average in South Norfolk is £29,114. By comparison, senior police officerss earn 124.4% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East index: 97.3, UK=100), a salary of £65,326 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £67,139 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East is 2.7% below the UK average.
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Senior police officers salary in areas near South Norfolk
Salary data is by ONS region. South Norfolk is in the East 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 South Norfolk?
The median senior police officers salary in the East (which includes South Norfolk) is £65,326 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 South Norfolk compare to the UK average?
Senior police officers in the East earn 1.8% 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 South Norfolk compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in South Norfolk is £29,114. Senior police officers in the East earn £65,326, which is 124.4% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for senior police officerss cover the East region. The all-jobs average is specific to South Norfolk. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.