Average Receptionists Salary in Torfaen / Torfaen
ONS ASHE 2025 · Wales region · Updated October 2025
How Torfaen / Torfaen compares
The median pay for receptionistss in the Wales stood at £19,337 in 2025, placing them 6.5% above the UK-wide figure of £18,152. Factor in the Wales's cost of living (10.0% below the UK norm) and a £19,337 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £21,486. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Torfaen / Torfaen is £31,105, so receptionistss sit 37.8% less that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Wales index: 90, UK=100), a salary of £19,337 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £21,486 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Wales is 10.0% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in Torfaen / Torfaen?
The median receptionists salary in the Wales (which includes Torfaen / Torfaen) is £19,337 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 Torfaen / Torfaen compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the Wales earn 6.5% above the national median of £18,152. This makes the Wales one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is receptionists a well-paid job in Torfaen / Torfaen compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Torfaen / Torfaen is £31,105. Receptionists in the Wales earn £19,337, which is 37.8% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the Wales region. The all-jobs average is specific to Torfaen / Torfaen. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.