High Peak — Local Statistics
Key economic and labour market statistics for High Peak, sourced from the Office for National Statistics.
£32,258
Median Annual Salary
-3.3% vs UK average
2.4%
Claimant Rate
-1.1pp vs UK average
1,330
Claimants (April 2026)
£33,344
UK Median Salary
High Peak Economic Overview
Salaries
Earnings in High Peak sit broadly in line with the national picture. The median annual salary of £32,258 is close to the UK average of £33,344, reflecting a balanced mix of industries and job types.
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Unemployment & Claimant Count
High Peak has a notably low claimant rate of 2.4%, well below the UK average of 3.5%. This points to strong local employment and good availability of jobs in the area.