Average Receptionists Salary in Surrey Heath
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How Surrey Heath compares
A receptionists working in the South East could expect a median salary of £17,222 in 2025 — 5.1% below the national figure of £18,152. In practical terms, living costs in the South East run 3.2% above average. That means £17,222 stretches to roughly £16,688 in real spending power. Compared to the Surrey Heath average across all roles (£36,632), receptionistss take home 53.0% 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 Surrey Heath
Salary data is by ONS region. Surrey Heath 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 Surrey Heath?
The median receptionists salary in the South East (which includes Surrey Heath) 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 Surrey Heath 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 Surrey Heath compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Surrey Heath is £36,632. Receptionists in the South East earn £17,222, which is 53.0% 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 Surrey Heath. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.