UX Designer Salary in Braintree, Essex
Braintree. Salaries reflect lower living costs than London. Agencies and startups.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
£22,000 to £27,000
Average (per year)
£24,500
Small digital agencies and regional branches of national firms hire.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
£27,000 to £35,000
Average (per year)
£31,500
Mid-level designers work.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
£35,000 to £45,000
Average (per year)
£40,000
Senior UX designers lead research, define strategy, and mentor teams to deliver user‑focused solutions.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
£45,000+
User experience strategy for regional agencies is shaped by principal designers, who also consult across multiple sectors.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
£14 - £20
per hour
Mid-level
£20 - £28
per hour
Senior
£28 - £40
per hour