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Bray, Ireland 🇮🇪
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Nomad Score:
55%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Bray is moderately expensive compared to many European cities, with Ireland's general high cost of living impacting prices.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are high due to demand near Dublin, with limited affordable options for long-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
41%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are somewhat pricey but offer good quality and variety.
🚌 Transportation Cost
55%
Weight: 20
Public transport is reasonably priced with good connectivity to Dublin, but costs add up for daily commuting.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced, with pubs and cultural events reflecting typical Irish costs.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
50%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are mid-range in price, with several local and chain gyms available.
💱 Currency Stability
90%
Weight: 30
Euro currency is stable with low inflation and strong economic fundamentals.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
73%
Weight: 100
Good broadband speeds available, with fiber connections in many areas, though not as fast as major tech hubs.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
52%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces in Bray itself; more options available in nearby Dublin.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are nomad-friendly but lack dedicated workspaces or power outlets.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
30%
Weight: 100
Bray is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot, with most nomads preferring larger cities.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Good balance with a relaxed coastal town vibe and proximity to Dublin's work opportunities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Clean coastal environment with good air quality and access to nature.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public spaces and well-maintained streets.
🗨️ Language Barrier
95%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, making communication easy for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and limited heavy industry.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family amenities; safe environment.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
80%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with good hospitals and clinics nearby.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
40%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive without insurance; public healthcare has waiting times.
🏥 Healthcare
75%
Weight: 20
Overall good healthcare infrastructure but costs and access can be challenging for non-residents.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Mild but often rainy and overcast climate, typical of Ireland's east coast.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
72%
Weight: 10
Several parks and proximity to coastal walks and natural reserves.
❄️ Air Conditioning
20%
Weight: 15
Rarely needed due to cool climate; most buildings lack air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Four seasons present but mild; winters are wet and cool, summers mild and often cloudy.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Low noise levels typical of a small coastal town.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Irish cultural heritage with local festivals, music, and arts.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Modest nightlife with pubs and some live music; more vibrant scenes in Dublin.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, cliffs, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but immersion in English-speaking environment.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Good local tours focusing on history, nature, and Irish culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; cinemas and small museums available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Good traditional Irish food and growing international cuisine options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
45%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios in Bray; more options in Dublin.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Availability of organic and health-focused food stores and cafes.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT time zone aligns well with Europe and North American east coast working hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited local networking; better opportunities in Dublin.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Some opportunities locally but most remote jobs require connection to larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; more vibrant in Dublin.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Basic coworking spaces with essential amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity in Bray; Dublin is the main hub.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Modern payment infrastructure with widespread card and mobile payment acceptance.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still niche; no major hubs in Bray.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Close to Dublin Airport (~30 minutes), offering extensive international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
60%
Weight: 20
Good bus and train connections to Dublin and surrounding areas.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Compact town center with walkable streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Limited Uber/Lyft presence; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure but roads can be busy.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good rail and bus connections to Dublin and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; some bike rental options.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage with 5G expanding.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Ireland has strict visa policies; no specific digital nomad visa as of 2025.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Requires proof of residence; can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward but paperwork and costs can be a barrier.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available in Ireland.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community specifically for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few local events; most nomad meetups occur in Dublin.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Bray digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some incidents reported; improving diversity.