Average Receptionists Salary in Darlington UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · North East region · Updated October 2025
How Darlington UA compares
In practical terms, a receptionists in the North East earned a median of £16,803 during 2025, which works out to 7.4% below the UK-wide median of £18,152. The cost of living in the North East is 9.9% below the UK average, so a salary of £16,803 has an effective purchasing power closer to £18,649. Compared to the Darlington UA average across all roles (£29,692), receptionistss take home 43.4% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North East index: 90.1, UK=100), a salary of £16,803 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £18,649 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North East is 9.9% below the UK average.
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Receptionists salary in areas near Darlington UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Darlington UA is in the North East region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in Darlington UA?
The median receptionists salary in the North East (which includes Darlington UA) is £16,803 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 Darlington UA compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the North East earn 7.4% 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 Darlington UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Darlington UA is £29,692. Receptionists in the North East earn £16,803, which is 43.4% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the North East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Darlington UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.