Essentials
- City
- St. Brelade, Jersey, Channel Islands
- Population
- 11,000 (St. Brelade Parish)
- Internet Speed
- Full fiber network island-wide, speeds up to 1 Gbps (JT Global / Sure)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 GBP = 1.25 USD; Jersey Pound (JEP) is 1:1 with Great British Pound (GBP)
- Tap Water
- Safe and drinkable, high quality
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type G (UK standard)
- SIM Card
- JT Global, Sure, Airtel-Vodafone (approx. £20 for 20GB)
- Banking for Expats
- HSBC Expat, Lloyds International, Santander International (all in nearby St. Helier)
- Accommodation
- Luxury hotels and seaside apartments (£150-£400 per night)
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and contactless accepted almost everywhere
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Freedom Holidays, Jersey Travel (seasonal pricing applies)
- Budget Accommodation
- Jersey Accommodation and Activity Centre (JAAC) in St. Martin (£35+), few low-budget options in St. Brelade
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- St. Brelade's Bay (scenic beach, hotels) or St. Aubin (village charm, restaurants)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- St. Aubin (walkable, cafes, and easy bus links to St. Helier)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Digital Jersey Hub (St. Helier - 15 min bus) - £150/month for hot desking
- Best Cafe for Work
- The Lookout Beach Cafe (St. Aubin's Bay) - Great views and reliable Wi-Fi
- Networking Events
- Digital Jersey networking events, Jersey Chamber of Commerce monthly lunches
- Social Events for Expats
- Meetup.com 'Jersey Adventures' group, internations.org Jersey community
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Liberty Cabs (+44 1534 767700); No Uber/Bolt available
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- EVie (Electric vehicle sharing app) - approx. £1.50 per 10 mins for e-bikes
- Best Beach Nearby
- St. Brelade's Bay (right in the parish) - consistently voted UK's best
- Top Regional Airline
- Blue Islands (flights to UK and Europe)
- Top International Airline
- British Airways (daily flights to London Heathrow)
- Highway Access
- Route de la Baie (scenic coast road), easy access to A1 into St. Helier
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Liberation Station (St. Helier - main bus terminal connecting the island)
- Public Transport Passes
- AvanchiCard (LibertyBus) - £12.50 for a full day pass or PAYG for £2.35 per journey
- Regional Travel
- Condor Ferries to St. Malo (France) and Guernsey from St. Helier port
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Jersey General Hospital (Gloucester St, St Helier)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Kalimukti Wellness Centre (St. Helier) - approx. £15 per drop-in class
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Les Quennevais Sports Centre - modern facilities and pool, £10 day pass
- Laundry Services
- The Laundry Basket (St. Brelade) - service wash and dry approx. £15
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Food.je (local equivalent to Deliveroo)
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Jersey Royals (seasonal potatoes) and Jersey Crab
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Wildfire (St. Helier) or local beach cafes like Pizza Project with vegan cheese
- Best Dessert Spots
- Jools Ice Cream Parlour (St. Brelade's Bay) - Jersey Dairy soft serve
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Waitrose (Red Houses) or Co-op (En Route St. Brelade)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.co.uk (VAT is removed at checkout usually)
- Grocery Delivery
- Waitrose.com or Iceland (via local franchises)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- St. Aubin's Village harbor - pubs like The Old Court House
- Local Brewery
- Liberation Brewery (available at The Smugglers Inn, Ouaisne)
- Wine Bars
- The Boat House (St. Aubin) - excellent selection with harbor views
- Street Food Stalls
- The Kiosk (St. Brelade's Bay) - famous for crab sandwiches
- Popular International Cuisine
- Banjo (St. Helier - European Brasserie) or Noya Shapla (St. Aubin - Indian)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Corbiere Lighthouse at sunset
- Museums & Art Venues
- Jersey War Tunnels (St. Lawrence - nearby) - approx. £17 admission
- Historical Sites
- Fisherman's Chapel (St. Brelade's Bay) - 12th-century medieval murals
- Religious Sites
- St. Brelade's Parish Church (ancient sea-side church)
- Annual Events
- Battle of Flowers (August) and Jersey International Air Display (September)
- Cultural Districts
- St. Helier Central Market for local vibes
- Theater Venues
- Jersey Opera House (under renovation) and Jersey Arts Centre
- Local Markets
- The Genuine Jersey market stalls at St. Aubin (seasonal)
- Music Scene
- Weekender Festival (Jersey's largest music event in Trinity)
- Street Art
- Harbour murals in St. Aubin and St. Helier's 'Murals' project
- Cooking Classes
- The Organic Kids Academy (sometimes hosts adult workshops)
- Art Galleries
- CCA Galleries International (St. Helier)
- Historic Buildings
- Noirmont Manor and surrounding estate
- Local Heritage
- Jersey Crapaud (Toad) and Jersey Cow culture
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Noirmont Point - rugged coastal heathland and WWII bunkers
- National Parks Nearby
- Jersey National Park (covers most of St. Brelade's coastline)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- The Corbiere Railway Walk - flat, scenic path connecting St. Aubin to the lighthouse
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Corbière Lighthouse viewpoint
- Birdwatching Locations
- L'Etacq and the reeds at St. Ouen's Pond (nearby)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Regulated beach fires only after 9 PM (check parish permits)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Jersey Post (Main branch in St. Helier, sub-post office in Red Houses)
- Tech Repair Services
- i-Rescue (St. Helier) for mobile and laptop repairs
- Table Tennis Spots
- Geoff Reed Table Tennis Centre (FB Fields, St. Clement)
- Language Classes
- St. Brelade's College (English language school for foreigners)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Jersey Public Library (Halkett Place, St. Helier)
- Community Centers
- St. Brelade Parish Hall
- Gaming Lounges
- Podium (St. Helier - focused on e-sports and simulation)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Gambling is restricted; no physical casinos, only licensed betting shops
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. £9,500 per m² (£350,000 for a 37 m² studio)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. £8,500 per m² (£315,000 for a 37 m² studio)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. £9,000 per m² (£450,000 for a 50 m² apartment)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. £8,000 per m² (£400,000 for a 50 m² apartment)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. £8,500 per m² (£595,000 for a 70 m² apartment)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. £7,800 per m² (£550,000 for a 70 m² apartment)
- Corporate Tax
- 0% standard rate; 10% for financial services; 20% for utility/large retail companies
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 0%
- Tax System
- Jersey-tax resident basis (personal income tax max 20%)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 20%
- VAT
- 0% (Jersey uses GST - Goods and Services Tax at 5%)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, but generally focused on tax avoidance prevention
- Property Tax
- Parish Rates (Land and Property tax) - varies by parish and property value
- Property Transaction Tax
- Stamp Duty on a sliding scale from 0.5% up to 10.5% for high-value properties
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Excellent for high-value residents (2(1)(e) status); no capital gains or inheritance tax