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London

A global hub with unmatched connectivity and culture, offset by a very high cost of living.

In London, a mid-range month runs about $5,309 (£3,940), typical internet speeds are around 30–80 Mbps and there is some violent crime city-wide.

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Ratings

Scores run from 1 to 10 and compare each place with every other destination on Nomadr. Higher is always better. Cost is shown as a level, from Very Low to Very High.

Cost (day-to-day)High

More expensive day to day than about 90% of cities

Internet8.8/10

Faster internet than about 90% of cities

Visas5/10

Harder visas than about 65% of cities

Coworking6.1/10

Better coworking than about 55% of cities

English10/10

English is the native language

Walkability9.6/10

Among the 5% easiest cities to get around

Gyms & Wellness9.8/10

Among the 5% best cities for wellness

Getting There7.3/10

Easier to reach than about 70% of cities

Scores are built from researched data, with sources cited on the categories we have them for — open any category below to see them.

Everything we know

31 categories for London, grouped for quick scanning — coverage varies from city to city. Open any row for the full detail and any cited sources.

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Outdoor activities

  • Freediving: not available here. Nearest on Nomadr: Dublin (~450 km) · Glasgow (~550 km)

Practical

The Honest Downsides

The honest downsides

What we'd want to know before moving here.

Data last updated October 2026 · Verify anything important.

Other cities in Europe

  • Manchester, United KingdomA major distinct English city beyond London, with strong culture and transport links.
  • Brussels, BelgiumCentral and practical as an EU hub, but rarely anyone's first-choice nomad base over its neighbors.
  • Paris, FranceIconic, world-class culture and food, at a price and pace that suits established nomads more than budget-first ones.
  • Amsterdam, NetherlandsWorld-class infrastructure, English-first culture, expensive but reliable
  • Dublin, IrelandFriendly, English-speaking, and well-connected to both Europe and North America, at a premium price.
  • Edinburgh, United KingdomHistoric and walkable, but a smaller, quieter nomad scene than London or the continental hubs.