Average Receptionists Salary in Folkestone and Hythe
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How Folkestone and Hythe compares
If you're a receptionists in the South East, the typical salary in 2025 was £17,222. That's 5.1% below what receptionistss earn nationally (£18,152). Factor in the South East's cost of living (3.2% above the UK norm) and a £17,222 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £16,688. Compared to the Folkestone and Hythe average across all roles (£31,907), receptionistss take home 46.0% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South East index: 103.2, UK=100), a salary of £17,222 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £16,688 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South East is 3.2% above the UK average.
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Receptionists salary in areas near Folkestone and Hythe
Salary data is by ONS region. Folkestone and Hythe is in the South 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 Folkestone and Hythe?
The median receptionists salary in the South East (which includes Folkestone and Hythe) is £17,222 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 Folkestone and Hythe compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the South East earn 5.1% 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 Folkestone and Hythe compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Folkestone and Hythe is £31,907. Receptionists in the South East earn £17,222, which is 46.0% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the South East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Folkestone and Hythe. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.