Average Receptionists Salary in Norwich
ONS ASHE 2025 · East region · Updated October 2025
How Norwich compares
Worth noting that receptionistss in the East earned £17,488 at the median in 2025. Across the UK as a whole, the figure was £18,152 — a difference of 3.7%. Factor in the East's cost of living (2.7% below the UK norm) and a £17,488 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £17,973. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Norwich is £28,457, so receptionistss sit 38.5% less that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East index: 97.3, UK=100), a salary of £17,488 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £17,973 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East is 2.7% below the UK average.
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Receptionists salary in areas near Norwich
Salary data is by ONS region. Norwich is in the 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 Norwich?
The median receptionists salary in the East (which includes Norwich) is £17,488 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 Norwich compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the East earn 3.7% 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 Norwich compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Norwich is £28,457. Receptionists in the East earn £17,488, which is 38.5% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Norwich. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.