Brighton, United Kingdom 🇬🇧
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Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Brighton is relatively expensive compared to many UK cities, driven by high housing and dining costs.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
24%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are high due to demand and limited supply, especially for short-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
56%
Weight: 40
Moderately priced with a good variety of supermarkets and local markets, but eating out can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transport is decent but not cheap; buses and trains are the main options.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
52%
Weight: 15
Moderate prices for cinemas, theaters, and events; nightlife can be expensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Average gym memberships cost around £30-£40 per month.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
GBP is a stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with average speeds around 70-100 Mbps in most areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
75%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available catering to freelancers and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
83%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi and comfortable working environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
79%
Weight: 30
Good selection of cafes popular with remote workers, though some can be busy.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
62%
Weight: 100
Growing but still niche compared to larger UK cities like London or Manchester.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
89%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
74%
Weight: 30
Brighton offers a relaxed lifestyle with access to beaches and cultural activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and coastal environment, though urban areas have some pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city, but some areas can be littered especially during tourist season.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, no significant barrier for English-speaking nomads.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution typical of a coastal urban area.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks, but high living costs may be a barrier.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
84%
Weight: 20
High-quality NHS services and private healthcare options available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
NHS is free for residents; private care can be expensive for non-residents.
🏥 Healthcare
80%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with good facilities, though waiting times can vary.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
41%
Weight: 80
Mild but often overcast and rainy; summers are cool and winters are mild but damp.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
87%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
79%
Weight: 10
Several parks and proximity to South Downs National Park.
❄️ Air Conditioning
23%
Weight: 15
Rarely needed; most buildings lack air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons but mild temperature swings.
🔊 Noise Pollution
54%
Weight: 10
City center can be noisy, especially during tourist season and nightlife hours.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
86%
Weight: 20
Vibrant arts scene, festivals, and diverse cultural offerings.
🌃 Nightlife
73%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with many pubs, clubs, and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
82%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, cliffs, and countryside.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and community groups available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours, including historical and nature-focused.
🎳 Indoors Fun
68%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and theaters provide indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Diverse culinary options including vegetarian and vegan-friendly restaurants.
🧠 Yoga Studios
72%
Weight: 10
Several well-regarded yoga studios catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms, swimming pools, and fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
81%
Weight: 15
Strong presence of organic markets and health-focused eateries.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
GMT/BST timezone is convenient for Europe and North America overlap.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
65%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups and professional events but smaller scale than London.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from outside the city.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
67%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community with support networks and coworking spaces.
🏢 Coworking Quality
74%
Weight: 30
Modern facilities with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
63%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem, smaller than major UK hubs.
💳 Local Payment Services
78%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of contactless payments and mobile banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest; no major hubs but some local meetups and businesses.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
62%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Gatwick (~30 mins), good international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
69%
Weight: 20
Bus network is decent; no metro system.
🚶 Walkability
85%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
73%
Weight: 15
Uber and local taxi apps widely available.
🚲 Cycling
71%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure improving but some hilly areas.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Frequent trains to London and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Limited e-scooter schemes; bike rentals available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
84%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
42%
Weight: 40
UK visa process can be complex and costly for non-EU nationals.
📊 Tax Friendliness
38%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex regulations for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
92%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Challenging for non-residents; requires documentation and sometimes proof of address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Straightforward process but requires understanding of UK regulations.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the UK.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
64%
Weight: 50
Friendly community but limited official support for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
60%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups, mostly informal and community-driven.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
68%
Weight: 20
Active online groups but smaller than major nomad hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
79%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
83%
Weight: 50
Inclusive and safe environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with ongoing efforts towards inclusion.