These are the best places to live in the UK in 2022 (2023)

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Where is the safest place to live in the UK 2022? ›

No 1. East Hertfordshire. The picturesque historic town of East Hertfordshire is crowned the best place to live in the UK. Boasting “high life expectancy, high average earnings and reports of excellent health and happiness scores from locals.” , the high ranking comes as no surprise.

The top spot on our list goes to Raleigh, North Carolina. As one of the anchors of the Research Triangle, the city continues to attract young employees and major companies to plant roots in The Tar Heel State.

The results are now in from our Startups Cities Index, and we can confirm that Sheffield is officially the best place for work in the UK in 2022.

Its 2022 ranking for the best places to live looked at five metrics: job market, value, quality of life, desirability, and net migration. The best place to live in America is Huntsville, Alabama, followed by Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Which city has the best quality of life? ›

North Yorkshire, England

As a result, the city of North Yorkshire was determined to be the safest in all of England and Wales. What is this? This is noted by a crime rate of 49.9 crimes per 1,000 people, which is the lowest in those two countries of the UK.

Telegraph Travel experts determined England's greatest county by weighing up their offerings of natural wonders, luxuries, history, culture, and peace and quiet. According to their methodology, Devon came in first place, with 79 points separating it from second-placed Cumbria.

The town with the cheapest house prices in the UK

Drumroll please! Taking the top spot with the most affordable house prices in the UK so far in 2022 (and for the second year in a row) is the unassuming North East railway town of Shildon in County Durham, which offers a very affordable average house price of £80,299.

Which city in UK has highest employment rate? ›

The employment rate of London was 74.8 percent in 2021, which was higher than in England's metropolitan counties, which six major urban areas in the country.

The UK is home to the five cities considered most insulated from climate change impacts: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Belfast, Preston and Middlesbrough.

North Yorkshire – 47.5

Despite being the largest non-metropolitan county in England, North Yorkshire has the lowest crime rate at 47.5 per 1000 people.

Hottest Places in the UK. The Isles of Scilly have the highest mean annual temperature in the UK of 11.5 degrees Celsius (52.7 degrees Fahrenheit). Not far behind are coastal parts of Cornwall, where many low-elevation sites average above 11 °C (52 °F).

Castle Combe, Wiltshire

No one can argue its reputation as "the prettiest town in England." Bursting with charm in the form of perfectly preserved houses built with honey-colored Cotswold stone and narrow laneways lined with fresh blooms, Castle Combe also tops the list of the best villages in the Cotswolds.

Two towns in Somerset have been named among the 'most welcoming' places to visit in the UK. Frome and Glastonbury both make the list - which was put together by booking.com - and were found to have provided "outstanding hospitality" for travellers.

Where is the best affordable place to live? ›

1. Paris, France - The City of Lights.

Shetland Islands

The Shetlands boast one of the lowest crime rates in the UK. In fact, a mere 452 crimes in total were reported here during the whole of 2020-2021. They remain one of the most desirable (and safest) places for escaping the pressures of mainland living.

North Yorkshire, England

As a result, the city of North Yorkshire was determined to be the safest in all of England and Wales. This is noted by a crime rate of 49.9 crimes per 1,000 people, which is the lowest in those two countries of the UK.

While a decent salary is an important reason to immigrate to the United Kingdom, the cost of living can be a drawback. In 2022 the UK is experiencing a “cost of living crisis”. Brought on by Brexit, COVID-19 and the war in Ukraine inflation is at its highest rate in 40 years.

Which city in UK has more job opportunities 2022? ›

The results are now in from our Startups Cities Index, and we can confirm that Sheffield is officially the best place for work in the UK in 2022.

Edinburgh revealed as the best city to raise a family in 2022. Combining 13 metrics to determine the best location to raise a family, Edinburgh comes out as the top destination, followed by Norwich in second place and Brighton & Hove in third.

Hexham's proximity to nature and green spaces also makes it popular with residents. Mayor of Hexham Derek Kennedy commented: “Hexham is thrilled to be awarded the happiest place to live in Great Britain.

1. Cardiff. According to surveys, Cardiff is the UK city where residents feel the least safe, and with a crime rate of 5,100 crimes per 100,000, their concerns are perhaps justified. Respondents cited increases in knife crimes as well as murders, vandalism, and theft.

The UK is home to the five cities considered most insulated from climate change impacts: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Belfast, Preston and Middlesbrough.

In January to March 2022, 25.5% of adults aged 16 years and over in the UK reported a very high level of overall life satisfaction, while 32.2% reported a very high level of feeling that the things they do are worthwhile.

Hottest Places in the UK. The Isles of Scilly have the highest mean annual temperature in the UK of 11.5 degrees Celsius (52.7 degrees Fahrenheit). Not far behind are coastal parts of Cornwall, where many low-elevation sites average above 11 °C (52 °F).

Where is the best and cheapest place to retire in UK? ›

Go west (or north) Typically, it's the South East where you'll find the most expensive towns. So head further west to the popular retirement destinations of Devon and Cornwall, or north towards the midlands and Yorkshire, and you'll be sure to find more affordable places to settle down and enjoy your retirement.

Wales has taken the crown for being home to the quietest place in the whole of the UK: Powys, which is its largest county. With only 26 people per square kilometre, you can be promised a quiet stay in this amazing place, and find a true escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.