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Glasgow, United Kingdom 🇬🇧
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Moderately expensive compared to smaller UK cities, but cheaper than London; reasonable for a major UK city.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively high in the city center but more affordable in suburbs.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are moderate; eating out can be affordable with many budget options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
61%
Weight: 20
Public transport is well-developed and reasonably priced; buses and trains are common.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Wide range of entertainment options with mid-range pricing; some free cultural events available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with many options including budget chains.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
GBP is a stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and 5G coverage; average speeds around 70-100 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
72%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in the city center catering to freelancers and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with decent speeds, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
70%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
54%
Weight: 100
Growing but still less popular than London or Edinburgh for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance culture with plenty of leisure activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Urban environment with some pollution but many green initiatives underway.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
City is reasonably clean though some areas can be littered.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language; no significant language barriers for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
52%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution due to traffic and industry; generally acceptable.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family activities available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
84%
Weight: 20
High-quality NHS healthcare services widely accessible.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
90%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is mostly free at point of use for residents; affordable for long-term stays.
🏥 Healthcare
87%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with good emergency and specialist services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
21%
Weight: 80
Cool and often rainy climate; frequent overcast days and mild summers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
73%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks and green areas within the city and nearby countryside.
❄️ Air Conditioning
30%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in homes and public places due to cool climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; winters are cold and summers are cool.
🔊 Noise Pollution
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels in city center; quieter in residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
86%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, music venues, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
71%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with pubs, clubs, and live music, especially in city center.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Close to scenic countryside and lochs; good hiking and outdoor activities nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and cultural exchange groups available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours, historical sites, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
78%
Weight: 10
Many museums, galleries, cinemas, and indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with traditional Scottish cuisine and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms, fitness classes, and sports clubs.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
73%
Weight: 15
Many health-conscious cafes and organic grocery stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is convenient for Europe and North America overlap.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
70%
Weight: 25
Active professional and tech meetups, though smaller than London.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
68%
Weight: 20
Growing remote work culture with some local companies offering remote roles.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
69%
Weight: 20
Moderate freelance community with coworking spaces supporting freelancers.
🏢 Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
65%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with support from local accelerators.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of contactless payments and mobile banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; some local meetups but not a major hub.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
74%
Weight: 30
Glasgow Airport offers good connections to UK and European cities.
🚇 Public Transit
70%
Weight: 20
Extensive bus network and suburban trains; no metro system.
🚶 Walkability
78%
Weight: 20
City center is compact and walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
75%
Weight: 15
Uber and local taxi apps widely available.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure but weather and hills can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
72%
Weight: 15
Good rail and bus connections to other UK cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited e-scooter schemes; some bike rentals available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
83%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and expanding 5G coverage across the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
88%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
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 non-EU nationals.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
Relatively high taxes compared to some countries; no special digital nomad tax regime.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
87%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with occasional regional debates.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
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 as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with good infrastructure but visa limitations.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
58%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but less frequent than larger hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
65%
Weight: 20
Active online groups for Glasgow-based digital nomads and freelancers.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city but some areas have higher crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Safe and inclusive environment with good support networks.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and multicultural but occasional incidents reported.