Glasgow, United Kingdom 🇬🇧
#621
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
51%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to London, but still relatively high compared to many global cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
43%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are lower than London but still expensive for budget digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
62%
Weight: 40
Affordable groceries with a good range of options; eating out can be moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is reasonably priced with good coverage; buses and subway available.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
57%
Weight: 15
Moderate prices for entertainment including theaters, cinemas, and events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership costs, with many affordable options and chains.
💱 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 100-150 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
72%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available, especially in city center and West End.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work sessions.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not as widespread as in larger nomad hubs.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
41%
Weight: 100
Not a top digital nomad destination but growing in popularity due to affordability and culture.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
73%
Weight: 30
Good work-life balance culture with plenty of leisure activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Urban environment with some pollution but many green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city but some areas can be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
54%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution typical of a large city, occasional poor air quality days.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
87%
Weight: 20
High-quality NHS healthcare services widely available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
90%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is free at point of use for residents; visitors may need insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
88%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with good access to specialists.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
21%
Weight: 80
Cool and often rainy climate with limited sunshine, especially in winter.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
76%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
32%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common due to cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
64%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; winters are cold and wet, summers are cool.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, galleries, music, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
71%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with many pubs, bars, and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
68%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby countryside and hiking spots, but urban setting limits immediate nature.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities to learn English and some local dialects.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Variety of cultural and historical tours available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
75%
Weight: 10
Many indoor activities including theaters, museums, and sports facilities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with traditional Scottish cuisine and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
67%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, mostly in central areas.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms, swimming pools, and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
74%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of organic and health-focused food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is convenient for Europe and parts of the Americas but less so for Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
71%
Weight: 25
Active professional and creative communities with regular events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
63%
Weight: 20
Moderate availability of remote jobs; more limited than London.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
68%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community with support networks.
🏢 Coworking Quality
74%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
65%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some government support.
💳 Local Payment Services
82%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of contactless payments and mobile banking.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
59%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; regulatory environment is cautious but open.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
Glasgow Airport offers good connections to UK and European cities.
🚇 Public Transit
68%
Weight: 20
Decent bus and subway network but limited compared to larger cities.
🚶 Walkability
73%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
75%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing services widely available.
🚲 Cycling
56%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is improving but still limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
74%
Weight: 15
Good rail and bus connections to other UK cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
52%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of electric scooter rentals; some bike rental options.
📡 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
69%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
UK visa process can be complex and costly for long-term stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; not particularly favorable for freelancers or remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
92%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
88%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
58%
Weight: 15
Can be bureaucratic for foreigners; requires proof of address and ID.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process for registering a business.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the UK.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
59%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly to nomads but lacks specific infrastructure and visas.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
55%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but not a major hub for nomad gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
62%
Weight: 20
Active online groups for freelancers and remote workers in Glasgow.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
74%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with some areas to avoid at night.
♀️ Female Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Good gender equality and safety for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and multicultural but occasional incidents reported.