SOC 1251 Other managers and proprietors

Property, housing and estate managers Salary

Median salary £41,115 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.

Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £41,000 after tax and National Insurance →

For property, housing and estate managers, £43,365 is the typical (median) pay. That is above the UK full-time median of £39,039 — +11% versus the national average. Experienced property, housing and estate managers (top 25%) earn over £57,165.

About this role

Property, housing and estate managers manage property portfolios, real estate transactions and estate operations. They oversee property acquisition, development, lettings and facility management, ensuring properties meet legal, commercial and tenant requirements.

Key responsibilities

Managing property portfolios and maximising returns
Overseeing property acquisitions, sales and lettings
Ensuring compliance with property legislation and building regulations
Managing tenant relationships and lease agreements
Commissioning maintenance, refurbishment and development works

Qualifications and entry routes

Typically requires a degree in property management, estate management or surveying. RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) membership is the professional standard.

Career outlook

Demand varies with economic cycles and property market conditions. Sustainability credentials and ESG knowledge are increasingly important.

Key skills

Property valuation Lease management Negotiation Regulatory compliance Financial analysis

Common industries

Real estate
Property management
Construction
Housing associations
Commercial property

Data coverage

SOC code 1251

Data source ONS ASHE

Years available 2015–2025

Estimated jobs 118,000

Median Salary

£41,115

Mean Salary

£50,813

Jobs (000s)

118k

Data Years

11 years

Salary Range (2025)

P25: £30,362Median: £41,115P75: £57,165

P10: £23kP25: £30kMedian: £41kP75: £57kP90: --

Estimated Career Progression

Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation

Entry Level

£22,805

0-2 years

Mid Level

£30,362

3-7 years

Senior

£57,165

8-15 years

Potential career growth: +151% from entry to leadership

Salary Trend (2015-2025)

Adjust for inflation

Nominal growth: +28.1%Real growth: -7.2%

Gender Pay Comparison (2025)

Gender pay gap: 13.6%

Full-time vs All Employees (2025)

All Employees

£41,115

Full-time Only

£43,365

Full-time premium: +£2,250

Property, housing and estate managers salary: common questions

How much do property, housing and estate managers earn in the UK?

Property, housing and estate managers earn a median of £43,365 a year (ONS ASHE 2025). The middle half earn between £30,362 and £57,165.

Is £43,365 a good salary in the UK?

What is the starting salary for property, housing and estate managers?

Entry-level property, housing and estate managers typically start near the lower end of the range. The bottom 25% earn up to £30,362, and the lowest-paid 10% earn under £22,805.

Have property, housing and estate managers salaries kept up with inflation?

Since 2015, median property, housing and estate managers pay has risen from £33,833 to £43,365 — +28% in cash terms, or -7.0% after CPIH inflation. That is behind inflation over the period.

Is there a gender pay gap for property, housing and estate managers?

Male property, housing and estate managers earn a median £44,505 and female property, housing and estate managers £38,469 — a gap of +14% in 2025.

Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).