Product Designer Salary in South Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

South Gloucestershire offers a median mid‑level product designer salary of £37,500 a year. The figure reflects the region's mix of industries. Living costs are lower than in the nearby city.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£26,000 to £32,000

Average (per year)

£29,000

Bristol's satellite offices and local startups provide entry-level positions for graduates.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£33,000 to £42,000

Average (per year)

£37,500

Mid-level designers work with several tech employers and benefit from strong links to Bristol.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£43,000 to £52,000

Average (per year)

£47,500

Software companies, corporate innovation hubs, and digital agencies employ senior designers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£53,000+

Principal designers work for established tech employers in the region.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£16 - £22

per hour

Mid-level

£23 - £33

per hour

Senior

£34 - £44

per hour

Nationally, mid‑level product designers earn around £45,000, so South Gloucestershire sits modestly below the UK average. Housing costs are lower in the area.