Average Receptionists Salary in Lancaster
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Lancaster compares
A receptionists working in the North West could expect a median salary of £18,092 in 2025 — 0.3% below the national figure of £18,152. Factor in the North West's cost of living (8.8% below the UK norm) and a £18,092 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £19,838. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Lancaster is £29,091, so receptionistss sit 37.8% less that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £18,092 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £19,838 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average.
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Receptionists salary in areas near Lancaster
Salary data is by ONS region. Lancaster is in the North West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in Lancaster?
The median receptionists salary in the North West (which includes Lancaster) is £18,092 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 Lancaster compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the North West earn 0.3% 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 Lancaster compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Lancaster is £29,091. Receptionists in the North West earn £18,092, which is 37.8% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Lancaster. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.