Sheffield, United Kingdom 🇬🇧
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
51%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to London and other UK cities, but still relatively high compared to many global digital nomad hubs.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
47%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are lower than London but still on the higher side for the UK, especially for city center apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63%
Weight: 40
Reasonably priced groceries and food options, with many affordable supermarkets and local markets.
🚌 Transportation Cost
68%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable with good bus and tram coverage; no underground system but costs are moderate.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable with many pubs, theaters, and cultural events at reasonable prices.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with many budget gyms and community centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
GBP is a stable currency with low volatility, backed by a strong economy.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with average speeds around 70-100 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
72%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available, though fewer than major UK cities like London or Manchester.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a large established scene.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
43%
Weight: 100
Sheffield is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot, attracting fewer nomads compared to larger UK cities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
77%
Weight: 30
Good work-life balance with a relaxed city vibe and access to nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental quality with efforts to maintain green spaces and reduce pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Clean city overall, though some areas can be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, no barrier for English-speaking nomads.
💨 Air Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate air quality; some industrial areas affect air pollution but generally acceptable.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
84%
Weight: 20
High-quality NHS healthcare services available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
90%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is free at point of use for residents; visitors may need insurance but costs are generally low.
🏥 Healthcare
87%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with good hospital and clinic access.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Typical UK weather: cool, cloudy, and rainy much of the year; not ideal for sun lovers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
83%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and proximity to Peak District National Park offer excellent green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
20%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons but mild temperature variations and frequent overcast skies.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with theaters, music venues, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
64%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife with pubs and clubs, but less vibrant than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to outdoor activities, hiking, and nature in nearby Peak District.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities to learn English and some community language classes.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Moderate availability of local tours and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
69%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and indoor entertainment options available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
71%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with local pubs, international cuisine, and growing vegan/vegetarian options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
67%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms, sports centers, and fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
73%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is convenient for Europe and overlaps with US East Coast working hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
62%
Weight: 25
Some networking events but fewer than major UK tech hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; more reliant on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
58%
Weight: 20
Small but growing freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
70%
Weight: 30
Good quality coworking spaces with necessary amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
55%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene but less developed than London or Manchester.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted payment methods including contactless and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; UK is generally crypto-friendly but Sheffield has limited local crypto infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
63%
Weight: 30
Nearby airports include Doncaster Sheffield and Manchester; good domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
67%
Weight: 20
Reliable bus and tram services but no underground system.
🚶 Walkability
74%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure but still developing.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
72%
Weight: 15
Good rail connections to major UK cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of electric scooter rentals; some bike rental options.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
81%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage across the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
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 costly; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
UK has relatively high tax rates and 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
50%
Weight: 15
Challenging for non-residents; requires proof of address and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process for registering a business online.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa available in the UK.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks specific infrastructure and visas for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
48%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated digital nomad events; some general tech and freelancer meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for Sheffield digital nomads compared to larger cities.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
73%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with some areas requiring caution at night.
♀️ Female Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderately diverse city with ongoing efforts to improve inclusivity.