Pharmacy and Optical Dispensing Assistants Salary in East (2025)
✓ Sourced directly from ONS ASHE · Checked for accuracy at every rebuild · First published: 2026-08-25 · Last updated: 2026-10-25
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Overview
The median salary for a pharmacy and optical dispensing assistants working in East is £18,278 per year (gross, before tax) — 1.6% above the UK national median of £17,993 for this occupation. Figures come from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (2025 (provisional)), based on where the job is located rather than where the employee lives. Negotiating an offer in East? A solid negotiation guide helps you use these figures with confidence.
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| Region | Median salary | vs national |
|---|---|---|
| South West | £20,569 | +14.3% |
| South East | £20,207 | +12.3% |
| East Midlands | £20,077 | +11.6% |
| East | £18,278 | +1.6% |
| North East | £17,573 | -2.3% |
| West Midlands | £16,341 | -9.2% |
| North West | £15,730 | -12.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a pharmacy and optical dispensing assistants in East?
The median salary in East is £18,278 per year (gross, before tax), based on ONS ASHE 2025 (provisional) data. The mean is £18,363.
How does East pay compare to the UK national average?
East is 1.6% above the UK national median of £17,993 for this occupation.
Which UK region pays pharmacy and optical dispensing assistants the most?
Of the regions with published ONS data for this occupation, South West has the highest median at £20,569 per year. See the regional comparison table above for every area.
Data: ONS ASHE Table 14/15, 2025 provisional · Page built 2026-10-25