UX Designer Salary in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Bournemouth has employers in insurance, digital, and creative sectors, employing experienced UX designers. Local salaries reflect living costs.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£25,000 to £31,000

Average (per year)

£28,000

Entry opportunities exist in digital agencies and financial services firms.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£31,000 to £39,000

Average (per year)

£35,000

Digital consultancies and insurance tech companies hire mid-level designers with hands‑on experience.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£39,000 to £48,000

Average (per year)

£43,000

Senior designers earn wages in Bournemouth's fintech and digital sectors.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£48,000+

Principal designers lead UX strategy for large employers or manage agency teams with national portfolios.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£16 - £22

per hour

Mid-level

£22 - £30

per hour

Senior

£30 - £42

per hour

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