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Liverpool, United Kingdom 🇬🇧
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Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
51%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to London but higher than many UK cities; affordable for a major UK city.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
47%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but rising due to increased demand; cheaper than London but still moderate.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63%
Weight: 40
Groceries and eating out are moderately priced, with many affordable options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable with good bus and train connections; reasonable fares.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Wide range of entertainment options with moderate pricing, including museums, theaters, and music venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership costs, with many budget and mid-range 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 infrastructure with average speeds around 70-100 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
67%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available, especially in the city center, but fewer than London or Manchester.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Growing number of cafes catering to remote workers with power outlets and good WiFi.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Not a top digital nomad hotspot but gaining attention due to affordability and culture.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
74%
Weight: 30
Good work-life balance culture with plenty of leisure activities and moderate working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Urban environment with some pollution but ongoing green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city center, though some areas can be less tidy.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal barrier for English-speaking nomads.
💨 Air Quality
52%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution typical of a mid-sized UK city.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
72%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family activities available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
80%
Weight: 20
High-quality NHS healthcare services available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
90%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is free at point of use for residents; affordable for long-term stays.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with good access to specialists.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Typical UK maritime climate; cool, often rainy and overcast, especially in winter.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city and nearby countryside.
❄️ Air Conditioning
23%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in homes and offices due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons but mild; winters are cool and summers mild.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
City center can be noisy, especially near nightlife areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, music history, and arts scene.
🌃 Nightlife
71%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with many pubs, clubs, and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby countryside and coastal areas for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
79%
Weight: 10
Many language schools and cultural exchange opportunities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours, including music history and maritime heritage.
🎳 Indoors Fun
70%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, theaters, and cinemas provide indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with local and international cuisine options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
64%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as abundant as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
68%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of organic and health-focused food outlets.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone suitable for Europe and North America overlap but less ideal for Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
60%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and creative communities but smaller than London or Manchester.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from outside the city.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
58%
Weight: 20
Moderate freelance community with some support networks.
🏢 Coworking Quality
65%
Weight: 30
Good quality coworking spaces but fewer amenities than larger UK cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
59%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene with some accelerators and incubators.
💳 Local Payment Services
83%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of contactless payments and mobile banking.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; no major hubs but growing interest.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
62%
Weight: 30
Liverpool John Lennon Airport offers flights to major European cities; limited intercontinental flights.
🚇 Public Transit
68%
Weight: 20
Good bus network and train connections within the city and region.
🚶 Walkability
74%
Weight: 20
City center is compact and walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing services widely available.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure improving but still limited compared to top cycling cities.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
71%
Weight: 15
Good rail connections to Manchester, London, and other UK cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
43%
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
87%
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 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 many digital nomad destinations.
🗣️ 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
52%
Weight: 15
Bank account opening can be bureaucratic and 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
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly to nomads but lacks specific infrastructure or visas.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
48%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but limited compared to major nomad hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
56%
Weight: 20
Moderate online presence for Liverpool digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
67%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but some areas have higher crime rates; usual urban precautions advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Diverse city with ongoing efforts to improve inclusivity.