Social services managers and directors Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median social services managers and directors salary in the UK is £45,155 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £45,847, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £25.24.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £33,769 in Yorkshire and The Humber to £51,651 in Wales. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£45,155
Annual
UK Mean
£45,847
Annual
Hourly Rate
£25.24
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wales | £51,651 | £51,402 | £57,390 |
| East Midlands | £47,940 | £49,209 | £52,222 |
| London | £47,284 | £47,709 | £40,622 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £33,769 | £35,079 | £37,314 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average social services managers and directors salary in the UK?
The median social services managers and directors salary in the UK is £45,155 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £45,847, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays social services managers and directorss the most?
Wales pays the highest social services managers and directors salaries with a median of £51,651.
How does social services managers and directors pay vary by region?
Social services managers and directors salaries range from £33,769 in Yorkshire and The Humber to £51,651 in Wales.
Are social services managers and directors salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the hourly rate for a social services managers and directors?
The median hourly rate for a social services managers and directors in the UK is £25.24 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.