UI/UX Designer Salary in Leicestershire, United Kingdom

Leicestershire pays a median UI/UX designer salary of £29,500 annually. The figure reflects the reported median salary.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£21,000 to £26,000

Average (per year)

£23,500

Graduates in Loughborough start in digital agencies or university tech spinouts, with salaries reflecting the local market.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£26,000 to £32,000

Average (per year)

£29,500

Mid-level designers with e-commerce experience earn higher salaries.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£32,000 to £39,000

Average (per year)

£35,500

Senior roles involve project leadership or cross-functional work and offer higher salaries.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£40,000+

Principal and lead designers have higher salaries, particularly in consultancy roles.

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

£22 - £30

per hour

The £29,500 median is £2,500 above the UK average of £27,000 for mid‑level UI/UX designers.