Head of Design Salary in Beckenham, Lewisham
Beckenham is within commuting distance of central London. Local agencies and tech employers operate in the area, reflecting regional cost considerations. The area is influenced by its proximity to Greater London.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
£50,000 to £57,000
Average (per year)
£53,500
Early-career heads in Beckenham work with agencies serving London clients or digital product teams in the local area.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
£57,000 to £66,000
Average (per year)
£61,500
Designers in this tier work in both Lewisham's creative sector and central London.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
£66,000 to £78,000
Average (per year)
£72,000
Senior leaders find roles in financial services, larger agencies, or tech startups expanding from London.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
£78,000+
Seasoned principals lead design for major London-facing clients or scaling in-house teams.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
£29 - £38
per hour
Mid-level
£39 - £49
per hour
Senior
£50 - £63
per hour