Leicester, United Kingdom 🇬🇧
#1579
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Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to London and other UK cities, but higher than many European cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
58%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable for the UK, though rising due to demand; cheaper than London but more expensive than smaller towns.
🍎 Food & Groceries
65%
Weight: 40
Supermarkets and local markets offer affordable options; eating out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable with good bus coverage; no underground but reasonable fares.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
63%
Weight: 15
Cinema, theaters, and pubs are moderately priced; less expensive than London.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
67%
Weight: 10
Multiple gyms with competitive pricing; budget gyms available.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
GBP is a stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and fiber availability; average speeds around 70-100 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
64%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than major UK cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
72%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes specifically catering to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Leicester is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Good balance with reasonable working hours and access to leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
52%
Weight: 15
Urban environment with some pollution; moderate green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but some areas show typical urban wear.
🗨️ Language Barrier
87%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language; minimal barrier for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution due to traffic and industry.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
83%
Weight: 20
High-quality NHS services available; good hospitals and clinics.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
90%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is free at point of use for residents; affordable for long-term stays.
🏥 Healthcare
87%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with good access.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Temperate maritime climate; often cloudy and rainy with cool temperatures.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
68%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ 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
79%
Weight: 20
Rich multicultural heritage with festivals and museums.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with pubs and some clubs; less vibrant than bigger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby countryside and parks; limited immediate natural attractions.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and community classes available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
58%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours and local experiences but limited compared to tourist hubs.
🎳 Indoors Fun
62%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, cinemas, and indoor activities available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with strong South Asian influences and variety of cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
63%
Weight: 10
Several yoga and wellness studios present.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
67%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Availability of organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone suitable for European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Limited compared to London or Manchester; some local business groups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
58%
Weight: 20
Moderate opportunities; more limited than major UK tech hubs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
56%
Weight: 20
Small but growing freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
62%
Weight: 30
Decent coworking spaces with necessary amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
48%
Weight: 15
Emerging but small startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Widely available digital payment options and banking services.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption; UK overall cautious but growing interest.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is East Midlands Airport with limited international flights; good rail links to major airports.
🚇 Public Transit
67%
Weight: 20
Good bus network; no metro but sufficient for city travel.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
73%
Weight: 15
Uber and local taxi apps available.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure but limited compared to bigger cities.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
72%
Weight: 15
Good rail connections to London, Birmingham, and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of e-scooters and bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
42%
Weight: 40
UK visa process is strict and can be costly; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
Relatively high tax rates; complex tax system for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
92%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
87%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate difficulty for non-residents; requires documentation and proof of address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Straightforward process with online options.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community tailored to digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few digital nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Leicester.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
68%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but some areas have higher crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Fairly safe and inclusive environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
78%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with generally good racial tolerance.