Lewes — Local Statistics
Key economic and labour market statistics for Lewes, sourced from the Office for National Statistics.
£33,088
Median Annual Salary
-0.8% vs UK average
3.6%
Claimant Rate
+0.1pp vs UK average
2,065
Claimants (April 2026)
£33,344
UK Median Salary
Lewes Economic Overview
Salaries
Earnings in Lewes sit broadly in line with the national picture. The median annual salary of £33,088 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
Lewes's claimant rate of 3.6% is in line with the UK average of 3.5%, reflecting typical employment conditions for UK local authorities.