Frequently Asked Questions
Is £48,000 a good data scientist salary in Leicester?
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£48,000 is the mid-level data scientist salary in Leicester, representing 100% of the median (£48,000).
Net take-home is £3,173/month after tax and NI.
Rent-to-income is 25% — comfortable.
At 52% above the Leicester all-worker median of £31,500, this is a competitive salary for the city.
What is the average data scientist salary in Leicester?
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The median Leicester data scientist salary is £48,000 (ONS ASHE 2025).
The lower quartile (P25) is £38,000 and the upper quartile (P75) is £60,000.
Entry-level roles typically start around £34,500,
while senior professionals reach £66,000.
How much can a data scientist in Leicester save each month?
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On £48,000 in Leicester, after rent (£800/mo), council tax (£118/mo),
transport (£62/mo) and groceries & utilities (£391/mo),
estimated monthly savings capacity is approximately £1,462/month.
What is the rent-to-income ratio for a data scientist in Leicester?
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On £48,000 in Leicester, the rent-to-income ratio for a 1-bed flat is 25%.
The guideline for comfortable solo living is under 33%.
To achieve a 33% RTI on a Leicester 1-bed (£800/mo),
you need approximately £29,000 gross annual salary.