Average Receptionists Salary in East Suffolk
ONS ASHE 2025 · East region · Updated October 2025
How East Suffolk compares
Based on 2025 data, receptionistss in the East earned £17,488 at the median — 3.7% below the national benchmark of £18,152. Factor in the East's cost of living (2.7% below the UK norm) and a £17,488 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £17,973. Compared to the East Suffolk average across all roles (£30,821), receptionistss take home 43.3% 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 East Suffolk
Salary data is by ONS region. East Suffolk is in the 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 East Suffolk?
The median receptionists salary in the East (which includes East Suffolk) 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 East Suffolk 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 East Suffolk compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in East Suffolk is £30,821. Receptionists in the East earn £17,488, which is 43.3% 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 East Suffolk. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.