Chester, United Kingdom 🇬🇧
#2034
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
41%
Weight: 150
Moderately expensive compared to UK average; cheaper than London but still high for a smaller city.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively high for a city of its size, with limited budget options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
52%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for the UK; eating out can be moderately expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is available but limited; bus fares are reasonable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate prices for cinemas, pubs, and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with several options available.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
GBP is a stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with average speeds around 70-100 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; a few options mostly in city center.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
71%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
89%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
74%
Weight: 30
Good balance with a relaxed pace and access to nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Clean city with good environmental standards.
🧼 Cleanliness
78%
Weight: 10
Generally clean streets and public areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
95%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language; no barrier for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with occasional urban pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
78%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
83%
Weight: 20
High-quality NHS services and private healthcare options.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
NHS services free at point of use; private care can be costly.
🏥 Healthcare
80%
Weight: 20
Reliable and accessible healthcare system.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Temperate maritime climate; often cloudy and rainy with cool summers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
92%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
85%
Weight: 10
Many parks and proximity to countryside.
❄️ Air Conditioning
20%
Weight: 15
Rarely needed; most buildings lack AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
64%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; winters are cool, summers mild.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet with low noise pollution outside city center.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich history with Roman heritage and cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Close to countryside, rivers, and walking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
English language schools available; limited other language options.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good historical tours and local cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
61%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and theaters available but limited variety.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Good traditional British pubs and some international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
57%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios but not abundant.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
64%
Weight: 15
Decent gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of organic and health-focused stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone convenient for Europe and North America overlap.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
49%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
53%
Weight: 20
Some opportunities but not a major tech hub.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
50%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
56%
Weight: 30
Basic coworking spaces with standard amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
42%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity compared to major UK cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
78%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted cards and mobile payments; good banking infrastructure.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
51%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; no major hubs or events.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
63%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airports (Manchester, Liverpool) accessible within 1 hour.
🚇 Public Transit
57%
Weight: 20
Limited bus network; no train station in city center but nearby.
🚶 Walkability
84%
Weight: 20
Compact city center very walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Uber and local taxi apps available but limited coverage.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Some cycling lanes; moderate cycling culture.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
68%
Weight: 15
Good rail and bus connections to nearby cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
39%
Weight: 10
Limited or no electric scooter rentals; some bike hire options.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
81%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage.
🔒 VPN Reliability
87%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports VPN use.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
UK visa process is strict and can be costly for non-EU nationals.
📊 Tax Friendliness
37%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex system for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
91%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
88%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
52%
Weight: 15
Can be bureaucratic and requires proof of address; challenging for short-term stays.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward but requires paperwork and fees.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
43%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few to no dedicated digital nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Chester.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
86%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
84%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
72%
Weight: 50
Moderate diversity and generally tolerant community.