Average Receptionists Salary in Leicester UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · East Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How Leicester UA compares
Looking at 2025 salary data, receptionistss in the East Midlands were paid a median of £17,377. The national equivalent stands at £18,152, putting this region 4.3% below. Factor in the East Midlands's cost of living (8.2% below the UK norm) and a £17,377 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £18,929. Compared to the Leicester UA average across all roles (£29,411), receptionistss take home 40.9% less.
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 Leicester UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Leicester UA 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 Leicester UA?
The median receptionists salary in the East Midlands (which includes Leicester UA) 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 Leicester UA 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 Leicester UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Leicester UA is £29,411. Receptionists in the East Midlands earn £17,377, which is 40.9% 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 Leicester UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.