UK North East salary report 2026: fastest growing roles in the region

UK Salary Growth in the North East: Key Findings

The North East region of the UK has seen significant growth in certain roles, with cybersecurity analysts topping the list, averaging £53,567 (range £30,500–£91,500) based on 15 submissions.

Fastest Growing Roles in the North East

Our analysis reveals that the following roles are experiencing the fastest growth in the North East:

Cybersecurity Analyst: With an average salary of £53,567, cybersecurity analysts are in high demand, with salaries ranging from £30,500 to £91,500.

Marketing Manager: Marketing managers are also seeing significant growth, with an average salary of £44,686 based on 10 entries.

SEO Specialist: SEO specialists are also in high demand, averaging £45,450 based on 10 entries.

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UK Salary Trends: What You Need to Know

Our data also shows that the North West region averages a lower salary than the North East, with an average of £44,837 based on 153 entries.

The platform total stands at 1761 salary submissions across 155 roles, providing a comprehensive view of UK salary trends.

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