Web Designer Salary in Fareham, Portsmouth
Fareham sits between Portsmouth and Southampton. Web designer salaries reflect local competition for talent, with rates higher than some rural areas but below London.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
£21,500 to £25,500
Average (per year)
£23,500
Graduates and juniors start at agencies and tech support firms that serve Portsmouth and Southampton, with pay reflecting the regional market.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
£25,500 to £31,500
Average (per year)
£28,500
Most mid-level roles are found in telecom, defence contractors, and local councils, where designers manage end-to-end web projects.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
£31,500 to £38,500
Average (per year)
£35,000
Senior designers supervise small teams and interface with external stakeholders, earning higher pay due to project complexity.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
£38,500+
Principal designers head digital teams or act as project leads in larger regional firms, reaching the upper salary limits locally.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
£13 - £18
per hour
Mid-level
£18 - £27
per hour
Senior
£27 - £38
per hour