UX Designer Salary in Altrincham, Trafford
Altrincham is located near Manchester's tech cluster. Salaries are lower than in London. The area includes fintech, retail, and SaaS businesses.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
£24,000 to £29,500
Average (per year)
£26,500
Graduates join digital teams at consultancies or small SaaS firms in the Greater Manchester area.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
£29,500 to £36,500
Average (per year)
£33,000
Mid-level designers work with established tech companies or Manchester-based startups.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
£36,500 to £44,000
Average (per year)
£40,000
Senior UX designers lead product teams or manage client accounts for agencies with regional and national clients.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
£44,000+
Principal designers work in leadership roles for larger agencies or as independent consultants serving clients across the North West.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
£14 - £20
per hour
Mid-level
£20 - £30
per hour
Senior
£30 - £40
per hour