Average Receptionists Salary in Braintree
ONS ASHE 2025 · East region · Updated October 2025
How Braintree compares
The numbers for 2025 show that a typical receptionists in the East earned £17,488. Compared to the UK median of £18,152, that's 3.7% below. In practical terms, living costs in the East run 2.7% below average. That means £17,488 stretches to roughly £17,973 in real spending power. Compared to the Braintree average across all roles (£32,175), receptionistss take home 45.6% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East index: 97.3, UK=100), a salary of £17,488 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £17,973 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East is 2.7% below the UK average.
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Receptionists salary in areas near Braintree
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in Braintree?
The median receptionists salary in the East (which includes Braintree) is £17,488 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 Braintree compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the East earn 3.7% 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 Braintree compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Braintree is £32,175. Receptionists in the East earn £17,488, which is 45.6% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Braintree. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.