Clothing, fashion and accessories designers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median clothing, fashion and accessories designers salary in the UK is £36,731 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £40,749, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £18.70.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £34,159 in East to £43,602 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£36,731
Annual
UK Mean
£40,749
Annual
Hourly Rate
£18.70
Median
UK Jobs
N/A
Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average clothing, fashion and accessories designers salary in the UK?
The median clothing, fashion and accessories designers salary in the UK is £36,731 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £40,749, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays clothing, fashion and accessories designers the most?
London pays the highest clothing, fashion and accessories designers salaries with a median of £43,602.
How does clothing, fashion and accessories designers pay vary by region?
Clothing, fashion and accessories designers salaries range from £34,159 in East to £43,602 in London.
Are clothing, fashion and accessories designers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for clothing, fashion and accessories designers?
The median hourly rate for clothing, fashion and accessories designers in the UK is £18.70 (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.