Moving to a UK city

Moving to London

Greater London

Moving to London involves navigating one of the world's most complex property markets. Council tax, transport zones, and NHS registration are immediate priorities.

Moving to Manchester

Greater Manchester

Manchester offers lower living costs than London with excellent transport links. The Metrolink tram is central to getting around — get your card set up early.

Moving to Birmingham

West Midlands

Birmingham is the UK's second city with a rapidly evolving city centre. Council tax is set by Birmingham City Council and varies by band.

Moving to Leeds

West Yorkshire

Leeds is a major northern hub with competitive property prices and strong transport links to the rest of Yorkshire.

Moving to Bristol

South West England

Bristol is one of the UK's most liveable cities with a strong creative economy, excellent cycling infrastructure, and a vibrant independent scene. Council tax is managed by Bristol City Council.

Moving to Edinburgh

Scotland

Moving to Edinburgh means entering Scotland's distinct legal and administrative framework — council tax, NHS Scotland, and Scottish housing law all differ from England. The city offers world-class culture, strong employment, and competitive property prices versus London.

Moving to Glasgow

Scotland

Glasgow is Scotland's largest city with a strong job market, affordable rents, and excellent public transport. Like Edinburgh, it operates under Scottish law and NHS Scotland — council tax and tenancy agreements differ from England.

Moving to Liverpool

Merseyside

Liverpool offers competitive property prices, a strong sense of community, and one of the UK's best waterfront regeneration stories. Council tax is managed by Liverpool City Council.