Web designer Salary UK
Web design professionals in the UK earn a median salary of £46,639 a year (ONS ASHE 2025, gross pay, all employee jobs). The figures cover the ONS occupation group “Web design professionals” (SOC 2141).
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Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £47,000 after tax and National Insurance →
For web design professionals, £48,629 is the typical (median) pay. That is well above the UK full-time median of £39,039 — +25% versus the national average.
About this role
Web design professionals design, build, test and maintain software applications, systems and digital services. They write code in various programming languages, collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and implement technical solutions that meet business needs.
Key responsibilities
- Designing and writing clean, efficient, well-documented code
- Building, testing and deploying software applications
- Collaborating with product managers, designers and other developers
- Debugging and resolving software defects and performance issues
- Participating in code reviews and contributing to technical documentation
Qualifications and entry routes
Typically requires a degree in computer science, software engineering or a related field. However, self-taught developers and bootcamp graduates are increasingly common. Professional certifications (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) add value.
Career outlook
Exceptionally strong demand across all sectors. AI/ML, cloud computing and cybersecurity specialisations command premium salaries.
Key skills
Common industries
- Technology
- Financial services
- E-commerce
- Healthcare technology
- All sectors with digital operations
Data coverage
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£30,277
0-2 years
Mid Level
£30,277
3-7 years
Salary Trend (2021-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Gender pay gap: -4.6%
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
Full-time premium: +£1,990
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Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025). How the figures are built: salary data methodology.