Average Receptionists Salary in Tunbridge Wells
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How Tunbridge Wells compares
The numbers for 2025 show that a typical receptionists in the South East earned £17,222. Compared to the UK median of £18,152, that's 5.1% below. 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. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Tunbridge Wells is £30,296, so receptionistss sit 43.2% less that benchmark.
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 Tunbridge Wells
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in Tunbridge Wells?
The median receptionists salary in the South East (which includes Tunbridge Wells) 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 Tunbridge Wells 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 Tunbridge Wells compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Tunbridge Wells is £30,296. Receptionists in the South East earn £17,222, which is 43.2% 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 Tunbridge Wells. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.