Average Receptionists Salary in High Peak
ONS ASHE 2025 · East Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How High Peak compares
Worth noting that receptionistss in the East Midlands earned £17,377 at the median in 2025. Across the UK as a whole, the figure was £18,152 — a difference of 4.3%. In practical terms, living costs in the East Midlands run 8.2% below average. That means £17,377 stretches to roughly £18,929 in real spending power. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in High Peak is £28,463, so receptionistss sit 38.9% less that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East Midlands index: 91.8, UK=100), a salary of £17,377 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £18,929 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East Midlands is 8.2% below the UK average.
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Receptionists salary in areas near High Peak
Salary data is by ONS region. High Peak is in the East Midlands region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in High Peak?
The median receptionists salary in the East Midlands (which includes High Peak) is £17,377 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 High Peak compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the East Midlands earn 4.3% 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 High Peak compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in High Peak is £28,463. Receptionists in the East Midlands earn £17,377, which is 38.9% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the East Midlands region. The all-jobs average is specific to High Peak. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.