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Basildon, United Kingdom
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$2,280
Retiree Score
55.0
Safety Index
54.1
Healthcare
8 facilities

Basildon is a soulless, bureaucratic sprawl of 185,900 people, constructed in the 1940s to accommodate London overspill. The heavy clay soil makes for poor farmland, while bureaucracy is a persistent headache - the local council recently tried to cancel elections. On the plus side, the town is well-connected by rail, with a 36-58 minute commute to London. For those seeking an affordable, commuter-friendly dormitory town, Basildon may fit the bill, but it offers little in the way of character or community.

Can I afford Basildon?

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Basildon

You could save

720/mo

Savings Rate24%

Monthly Costs

Rent $1,200
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$1,080

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
24/100
Retiree Score
(i)
55/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
55/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets United Kingdom Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
54
Safety
8
Healthcare
100
Walkability
50
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $2
Bread (loaf) *$2
Eggs (12) $4
Rice (1kg) *$2
Chicken (1kg) *$9

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$22
Meal (Mid-range) $40
Cappuccino $4
Water (0.33L) *$2

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $284
Mobile Plan (mo) $19
Gym (mo) *$63
Cinema Ticket $13

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $960
1BR Outside (mo) *$870
3BR Center (mo) $1,680
3BR Outside (mo) *$1,413

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Widely Spoken
Expat Community
Small
Top Neighborhoods
Billericay (Nearby), Town Center
Best For
commuters

Expat Life Notes

A large commuter town. Most expats here seek proximity to London with lower costs.

Pros

  • ✓ Excellent transport links
  • ✓ Native English

Cons

  • ✗ Urban decay in some parts
  • ✗ Quiet sociale scene

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
—
Temperature
2°C°C - 23°C°C
Annual Rainfall
835 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Basildon

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Basildon has a population of approximately 185,900 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $3,000 per month in Basildon, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $1200/month.

The nearest airport to Basildon is EGSS, approximately 38km away.

Basildon is considered moderate in terms of safety, with a safety index of 54.1. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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