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Sheffield, United Kingdom 🇬🇧
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Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to London and other UK cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are lower than London but still moderate; shared housing is common among young professionals.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Supermarkets and local markets offer affordable options; eating out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable with good bus coverage; no metro system but buses are reliable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including theaters, cinemas, and music venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are reasonably priced, with many budget-friendly options and community centers.
💱 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
63%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available but fewer than major UK cities like London or Manchester.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work sessions.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
67%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a large dedicated scene.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Sheffield is not a major digital nomad hotspot but has a growing community.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
89%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Good balance with a relaxed lifestyle and access to nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with green initiatives, though some industrial legacy areas exist.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
City is fairly clean, with ongoing efforts to improve public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
95%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
69%
Weight: 15
Moderate air quality; better than many UK industrial cities but occasional pollution spikes.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
74%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
83%
Weight: 20
NHS services are reliable with good hospitals and clinics.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
90%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is free at point of use under NHS for residents.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with access to specialists and emergency care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Temperate maritime climate with frequent rain and overcast days; relatively cool summers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
97%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
86%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and proximity to Peak District National Park.
❄️ Air Conditioning
24%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
63%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild winters and cool summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
62%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter suburbs but some city center noise.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich industrial heritage, vibrant arts scene, theaters, and music festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife with pubs, bars, and some clubs, but quieter than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
89%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, cycling, and outdoor activities in nearby countryside.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and community classes available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Good local tours focusing on industrial history and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
62%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, cinemas, and indoor sports facilities available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options with growing number of international restaurants.
🧠 Yoga Studios
61%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers present.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms, sports centers, and fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
69%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is favorable for European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
58%
Weight: 25
Limited compared to London but some tech and creative meetups exist.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate local remote job market; many residents commute to larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
57%
Weight: 20
Small but growing freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
64%
Weight: 30
Decent coworking spaces with good amenities but fewer options than major hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
55%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem supported by universities and local initiatives.
💳 Local Payment Services
79%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of contactless payments and mobile banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption but UK generally open to crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
53%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airports are Manchester and East Midlands; Sheffield has a small regional airport with limited flights.
🚇 Public Transit
67%
Weight: 20
Good bus network but no tram or metro system.
🚶 Walkability
71%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
74%
Weight: 15
Uber and local taxi apps operate reliably.
🚲 Cycling
68%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure but hilly terrain can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good rail and bus connections to major UK cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited e-scooter and bike rental services compared to larger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
82%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and increasing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
88%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
63%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in libraries and some public spaces but limited city-wide coverage.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
UK visa process is strict and costly; no specific digital nomad visa as of 2025.
📊 Tax Friendliness
48%
Weight: 30
UK has moderate to high tax rates; complex tax rules for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
92%
Weight: 15
Strong legal protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
87%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with occasional policy changes.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Bank account opening can be bureaucratic for non-residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process for registering a business.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa available in the UK as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
52%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks dedicated infrastructure and visa options.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
47%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated digital nomad events; mostly informal meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online community for Sheffield-based remote workers.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
76%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with some areas requiring caution at night.
♀️ Female Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Good gender equality and safe environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with ongoing efforts to improve inclusivity.