Product Designer Salary in Hartlepool, United Kingdom

Hartlepool's median product designer salary is £30,000. The amount reflects local conditions.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£21,000 to £26,000

Average (per year)

£23,500

Entry-level salaries in Hartlepool align with the local cost of living.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£27,000 to £33,000

Average (per year)

£30,000

Mid-level designers work with manufacturing or local service firms.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£34,000 to £40,000

Average (per year)

£37,000

Senior roles involve overseeing small teams and serving regional clients.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£42,000+

Principal designers are employed in Hartlepool.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£12 - £16

per hour

Mid-level

£16 - £22

per hour

Senior

£24 - £28

per hour

Compared with the UK average of around £38,000 for mid‑level designers, Hartlepool sits noticeably lower. The gap reflects variations in living costs.