Staff Expenses for Premiership Rugby Teams in the 2022/2023 Season
Source: Statutory Accounts, Companies House

Staff Expenses for Premiership Rugby Teams in the 2022/2023 Season
Published by Data Insights Team•Feb 21, 2026
In 2022/23, Harlequins topped staff expenses at £15.18 million, followed by Saracens at £14.93 million and Bath Rugby at £14.89 million. The wage bill increases reflected inflationary pressures and competitive player market conditions, with most top-tier clubs operating between £13-15 million in staff costs. Newcastle Falcons maintained the lowest staff expenses at £9.19 million, operating within a more constrained financial model.