Product Designer Salary in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, United Kingdom

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole pay a median of £34,625 a year to mid‑level product designers. Housing costs remain lower than those in the capital.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£24,750 to £29,000

Average (per year)

£26,875

Graduates join media, digital, and ed‑tech firms.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£30,000 to £39,250

Average (per year)

£34,625

Mid-level designers work in agencies and Bournemouth-based software companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£40,500 to £48,000

Average (per year)

£44,250

Senior specialists develop digital products.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£48,500+

Lead roles are found in larger consultancies and national firms.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

£14 - £20

per hour

Mid-level

£21 - £31

per hour

Senior

£32 - £42

per hour

Nationally, the median for product designers sits near £45,000, placing BCP below the average. Living expenses are lower than in many other areas.