Dundee, United Kingdom 🇬🇧
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Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
52%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to larger UK cities; cheaper than London but higher than many smaller towns.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
58%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially outside the city center, but rising due to increased demand.
🍎 Food & Groceries
60%
Weight: 40
Affordable groceries with access to supermarkets and local markets; eating out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable with bus services; no metro system but manageable costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
63%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options like cinemas, theaters, and pubs are moderately priced.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
67%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced with several options available.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
GBP is a stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with average speeds around 70-100 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
50%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to major UK cities but a few quality options exist.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
71%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread or highly specialized.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; low community presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Good work-life balance with a relaxed pace and access to nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; some industrial areas but overall clean.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city with regular maintenance.
🗨️ Language Barrier
95%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Air quality is average; occasional pollution from traffic and industry.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
83%
Weight: 20
High-quality NHS healthcare services available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is free at point of use for residents; affordable for long-term stays.
🏥 Healthcare
82%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with good access to specialists.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
21%
Weight: 80
Cool and often rainy climate with limited sunshine; not ideal for those seeking warm weather.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
20%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to cool climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; winters are cold and summers cool.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
72%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, galleries, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Close to scenic countryside and coastal areas for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
English language schools available; limited options for other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
67%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences, but not extensive.
🎳 Indoors Fun
60%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and cinemas provide indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
63%
Weight: 25
Good variety of traditional and international cuisine but limited high-end options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers accessible.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate availability of healthy and organic food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is favorable for European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside the city.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
48%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not well-established.
🏢 Coworking Quality
52%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but limited in number and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is emerging but still small compared to major UK hubs.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local and international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest but limited local infrastructure or events.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Dundee Airport offers limited flights; nearest major airports are Edinburgh and Glasgow.
🚇 Public Transit
60%
Weight: 20
Bus services cover the city but no rail metro system.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Uber and local taxi apps operate but less prevalent than in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure but limited dedicated bike lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Good rail and bus connections to other Scottish cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
UK visa process is strict and can be costly; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
UK tax system is complex with relatively high rates 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 low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and requires proof of residence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but involves some paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa available in the UK.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads based in Dundee.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some diversity but less multicultural than larger cities.