Average Receptionists Salary in Guildford
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How Guildford compares
The going rate for receptionistss in the South East? £17,222 at the median in 2025. That compares to £18,152 nationally — a gap of 5.1% below. The cost of living in the South East is 3.2% above the UK average, so a salary of £17,222 has an effective purchasing power closer to £16,688. Compared to the Guildford average across all roles (£38,027), receptionistss take home 54.7% 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 Guildford
Salary data is by ONS region. Guildford 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 Guildford?
The median receptionists salary in the South East (which includes Guildford) 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 Guildford 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 Guildford compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Guildford is £38,027. Receptionists in the South East earn £17,222, which is 54.7% 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 Guildford. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.