Chester, United Kingdom 🇬🇧
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Nomad Score:
56%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Chester is moderately expensive compared to UK averages, with costs higher than many smaller UK towns but lower than London.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively high due to Chester's historic appeal and limited housing stock.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for the UK; eating out can be moderately priced with a mix of pubs and cafes.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is decent but limited; bus fares are moderate; many rely on walking or cycling.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but somewhat limited; prices are average for a UK city of this size.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
57%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with several local gyms and leisure centers.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
GBP is a stable currency with low volatility, backed by the UK economy.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
73%
Weight: 100
Good broadband availability with fiber in many areas; average speeds around 70-100 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
41%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; a few options exist but not abundant compared to larger UK cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a strong digital nomad culture.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
23%
Weight: 100
Chester is not a well-known destination for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Good balance with a relaxed pace, historic surroundings, and access to nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality and well-maintained green spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
78%
Weight: 10
City is clean with good public maintenance.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal barrier for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Air quality is good, with low pollution levels compared to larger UK cities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
Access to NHS services and private healthcare; quality is generally high.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
NHS services are free at point of use; private care can be expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
80%
Weight: 20
Good healthcare infrastructure with hospitals and clinics nearby.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Typical UK weather: cool, cloudy, and rainy much of the year; limited sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
83%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks and access to countryside nearby.
❄️ Air Conditioning
20%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons but mild; winters are cool, summers mild.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
87%
Weight: 20
Rich Roman and medieval history with museums, theaters, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with pubs and some live music; not very vibrant.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79%
Weight: 15
Close to countryside, rivers, and walking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but plenty of English immersion.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good availability of historical tours and local cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
60%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and theaters provide indoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Good variety of traditional British and some international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available but not extensive.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Decent gyms and leisure centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
62%
Weight: 15
Availability of organic and health-focused food stores and cafes.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is convenient for Europe and North America overlap.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local job market is traditional; remote jobs mostly accessed online.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; not a major hub.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic and limited in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Startup activity is low compared to major UK cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of contactless and mobile payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest but no significant local crypto ecosystem.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Liverpool John Lennon Airport (~30 mins), with good UK and European connections.
🚇 Public Transit
58%
Weight: 20
Bus services are available but limited; no metro or tram.
🚶 Walkability
80%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Uber and local taxi apps operate but less prevalent than in big cities.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure and flat terrain encourage biking.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good rail connections to Liverpool, Manchester, and London.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of electric scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage across the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces and cafes but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
UK visa process is strict and costly; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
UK tax system is complex and relatively high for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with occasional Brexit-related uncertainties.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Challenging for non-residents; requires proof of address and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process for registering a business online.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available in the UK.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Few to no dedicated digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence for digital nomads specifically in Chester.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
82%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Moderate diversity; generally tolerant but less multicultural than larger cities.