▼26%
£61,533
Avg. Base Salary (GBP)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (GBP)
10%
£36k
MEDIAN
£62k
90%
£89k
The average salary for a Lead UX Designer is £61,533 in 2025
Base Salary
£36k - £89k
Bonus
£979 - £20k
Profit Sharing
£0 - £4k
Total Pay
£38k - £91k
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Common Health Benefits for a Lead UX Designer
Medical
55%
Dental
18%
Vision
16%
None
45%
Gender Breakdown for Lead UX Designers
Male
70.3%
Female
24.3%
Prefer to self-define
5.4%
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FAQs About Lead UX Designers
What is the highest pay for Lead UX Designers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Lead UX Designer is £89k / year
What is the lowest pay for Lead UX Designers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Lead UX Designer is £36k / year
How can Lead UX Designers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Lead UX Designer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Lead UX Designer that oversees more junior Lead UX Designers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.