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Milton Keynes, United Kingdom 🇬🇧
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Nomad Score:
59%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Higher than average UK city costs, but cheaper than London; moderate for a digital nomad.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively high compared to smaller UK towns, but more affordable than London.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Standard UK supermarket prices; eating out can be moderately expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
61%
Weight: 20
Good bus network and train links; public transport costs are moderate.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Several gyms with competitive pricing; mid-range cost.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
British Pound is stable with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with average speeds around 100-200 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
64%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available but fewer than major UK cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
71%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes offering free WiFi.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a strong digital nomad culture.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Typical UK work culture with reasonable work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Moderate air quality and green initiatives in place.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
Generally clean urban environment.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal barrier.
💨 Air Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution, better than larger UK cities.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
Access to NHS services with good quality healthcare.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
NHS provides free healthcare; some private options are costly.
🏥 Healthcare
83%
Weight: 20
Reliable and accessible healthcare system.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Temperate maritime climate; often cloudy and rainy, cool summers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
74%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
20%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to mild climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Four seasons present but mild and less distinct.
🔊 Noise Pollution
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than major cities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Modern city with some cultural venues but limited compared to historic UK cities.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; more subdued than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
67%
Weight: 15
Nearby countryside and parks offer outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Limited language schools; mostly English-focused.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
48%
Weight: 10
Few tourist attractions; more of a residential/business city.
🎳 Indoors Fun
53%
Weight: 10
Some cinemas, shopping centers, and leisure facilities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
57%
Weight: 25
Varied but not very diverse; mostly standard UK fare.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
Several yoga and wellness studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
62%
Weight: 15
Availability of organic and health-focused food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone suitable for European and some US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Limited compared to London; some local business events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate opportunities; more in nearby larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
58%
Weight: 20
Small but growing freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
63%
Weight: 30
Decent coworking spaces with necessary amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging but limited startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; no major hubs in the city.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
67%
Weight: 30
Close to London airports with good transport links.
🚇 Public Transit
64%
Weight: 20
Bus and train services available but limited compared to bigger cities.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate walkability; some areas more car-dependent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Decent cycling infrastructure and bike lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
72%
Weight: 15
Good train connections to London and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited e-scooter availability; some bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports VPN use.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public areas.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
UK visa process is strict and can be costly for nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax system.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
92%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
88%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Challenging for non-residents; requires documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process for UK residents.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Some amenities but not a top digital nomad destination.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few digital nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
42%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some diversity.