Average Receptionists Salary in Blackburn with Darwen UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Blackburn with Darwen UA compares
In 2025, receptionistss working in the North West took home a median salary of £18,092 — that's 0.3% below the national average of £18,152. Factor in the North West's cost of living (8.8% below the UK norm) and a £18,092 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £19,838. Compared to the Blackburn with Darwen UA average across all roles (£30,572), receptionistss take home 40.8% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £18,092 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £19,838 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average.
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Receptionists salary in areas near Blackburn with Darwen UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Blackburn with Darwen UA is in the North West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in Blackburn with Darwen UA?
The median receptionists salary in the North West (which includes Blackburn with Darwen UA) is £18,092 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does receptionists pay in Blackburn with Darwen UA compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the North West earn 0.3% below the national median of £18,152. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is receptionists a well-paid job in Blackburn with Darwen UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Blackburn with Darwen UA is £30,572. Receptionists in the North West earn £18,092, which is 40.8% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Blackburn with Darwen UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.