Receptionists Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median receptionists salary in the UK is £18,152 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £18,748, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £12.95.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £16,803 in North East to £20,943 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£18,152
Annual
UK Mean
£18,748
Annual
Hourly Rate
£12.95
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £20,943 | £21,402 | £17,992 |
| Wales | £19,337 | £19,439 | £21,486 |
| Scotland | £19,095 | £19,535 | £20,688 |
| North West | £18,092 | £18,302 | £19,838 |
| West Midlands | £17,703 | £18,225 | £19,348 |
| East | £17,488 | £18,610 | £17,973 |
| South West | £17,482 | £17,833 | £18,191 |
| East Midlands | £17,377 | £18,277 | £18,929 |
| South East | £17,222 | £18,218 | £16,688 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £16,958 | £17,146 | £18,738 |
| North East | £16,803 | £17,343 | £18,649 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in the UK?
The median receptionists salary in the UK is £18,152 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £18,748, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays receptionists the most?
London pays the highest receptionists salaries with a median of £20,943.
How does receptionists pay vary by region?
Receptionists salaries range from £16,803 in North East to £20,943 in London.
Are receptionists salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for receptionists?
The median hourly rate for receptionists in the UK is £12.95 (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.