ACS Egham International School
Verified
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International Curriculum
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Overview
United Kingdom🇬🇧
At a Glance
How United Kingdom compares across key indices
Cost of Living
87 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
85/100
Healthcare
73/100
Quality of Life
162/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in United Kingdom
Cost of Living
87
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
65
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
87
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
92
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in United Kingdom - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
85/100
Crime Index
25/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in United Kingdom
United Kingdom has 300 modeled cities; this view starts with 40 curated or popular options. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,856 in Swindon to $2,380 in London. Islington leads on safety, scoring 85/100. Bexley ranks highest for quality of life at 160/200.
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Swindon
$1,856/mo
Safest
Islington
85/100
Best Quality of Life
Bexley
160/200
Best Healthcare
London
89/100
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Curated and popular cities first.
40 of 300 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London | $2,380 | 77/100 | 154/200 | 89/100 | 33 |
| Birmingham | $2,016 | 82/100 | 158/200 | 79/100 | 24 |
| Glasgow | $1,960 | 84/100 | 159/200 | 77/100 | 22 |
| Manchester | $1,950 | 84/100 | 159/200 | 77/100 | 21 |
| Sheffield | $1,949 | 84/100 | 159/200 | 77/100 | 21 |
| Leeds | $1,945 | 84/100 | 159/200 | 77/100 | 21 |
| Edinburgh | $1,941 | 84/100 | 159/200 | 76/100 | 21 |
| Liverpool | $1,939 | 84/100 | 159/200 | 76/100 | 21 |
| Bristol | $1,935 | 84/100 | 159/200 | 76/100 | 21 |
| Cardiff | $1,912 | 85/100 | 159/200 | 75/100 | 20 |
| Leicester | $1,910 | 85/100 | 159/200 | 75/100 | 20 |
| Bradford | $1,910 | 85/100 | 159/200 | 75/100 | 20 |
| Belfast | $1,906 | 85/100 | 159/200 | 75/100 | 19 |
| Coventry | $1,904 | 85/100 | 159/200 | 75/100 | 19 |
| Brent | $1,901 | 85/100 | 159/200 | 75/100 | 19 |
| Birkenhead | $1,899 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 75/100 | 19 |
| Nottingham | $1,899 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 75/100 | 19 |
| Islington | $1,899 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 75/100 | 19 |
| Reading | $1,897 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 75/100 | 19 |
| Kingston upon Hull | $1,897 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 75/100 | 19 |
| Preston | $1,897 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 75/100 | 19 |
| Swansea | $1,893 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 75/100 | 19 |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | $1,893 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 75/100 | 19 |
| Southend-on-Sea | $1,891 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 75/100 | 19 |
| Brighton | $1,887 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 74/100 | 19 |
| Derby | $1,883 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 74/100 | 18 |
| Southampton | $1,883 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 74/100 | 18 |
| Wolverhampton | $1,879 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 74/100 | 18 |
| Plymouth | $1,879 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 74/100 | 18 |
| Stoke-on-Trent | $1,877 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 74/100 | 18 |
| Milton Keynes | $1,877 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 74/100 | 18 |
| City of Westminster | $1,874 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 74/100 | 18 |
| Northampton | $1,874 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 74/100 | 18 |
| Oldham | $1,870 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 74/100 | 18 |
| Bexley | $1,866 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 74/100 | 18 |
| Luton | $1,866 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 74/100 | 18 |
| Barking | $1,862 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 74/100 | 18 |
| Archway | $1,862 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 74/100 | 18 |
| Portsmouth | $1,858 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 73/100 | 17 |
| Swindon | $1,856 | 85/100 | 160/200 | 73/100 | 17 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
Compare Cities Side by Side
Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Families
Schools
1546 verified school profiles across 17 cities in United Kingdom — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
ACS Hillingdon International School
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Career Related
Ib Diploma
École Jeannine Manuel
Verified
LondonAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
3A Tutors Ltd
Verified
BristolAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
A E C
Verified
LondonAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
A-Team Academy Ltd
Verified
BirminghamAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
1522 more verified schools in United Kingdom are available in the School Finder, with filters for city, age, language, credentials, and tuition.
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for United Kingdom
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Environment
CleanAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in United Kingdom
Pollution Index
20/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
9.9ug/m3
Good
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in United Kingdom, answered with data
What is the cost of living in United Kingdom?
United Kingdom has a cost of living index of 87 relative to New York City (100). It is comparable in cost to most US cities. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,791 in Becontree and reach $2,380 in London.
What is the cheapest city in United Kingdom for expats?
Becontree is the most affordable city in United Kingdom in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $1,791 for a single person including rent. Eastbourne is the next most affordable at $1,793/mo.
Is United Kingdom safe for expats?
United Kingdom has a safety index of 85/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Islington scores highest on safety at 85/100.
What is the best city in United Kingdom for expats and digital nomads?
Dagenham ranks highest for quality of life in United Kingdom, scoring 160/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,799/mo for a single person. For budget-conscious expats, Becontree offers the lowest monthly costs at $1,791/mo.
How good is healthcare in United Kingdom?
United Kingdom scores 73/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it good by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
What is the air quality and pollution like in United Kingdom?
United Kingdom has a pollution index of 20/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.
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