UX Lead Salary in South Tyneside, United Kingdom

South Tyneside offers a median UX Lead salary of £41,750 per year. The figure reflects the region's mix of organisations.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£32,000 to £37,500

Average (per year)

£34,750

In South Shields, entry‑level UX Leads often work for small agencies or local councils.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£38,000 to £45,500

Average (per year)

£41,750

Mid‑level UX Leads in South Shields may work in education, public health, or regional tech partnerships.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£46,000 to £54,500

Average (per year)

£50,250

Senior UX Leads in South Shields may work with employers in Newcastle or with remote teams.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£55,500+

Principal‑level UX roles in South Shields are found in larger regional organisations with digital operations.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£18 - £25

per hour

Mid-level

£25 - £33

per hour

Senior

£33 - £45

per hour

Nationally, UX Leads earn around £48,000, so South Tyneside sits slightly below the average. Housing costs are lower in the region.