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Surrey, United Kingdom

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$3,024
Retiree Score
62.2
Safety Index
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Healthcare
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Surbiton, the hometown of auto racing legend John Cooper, may seem quaint, but the reality is a heavy tax burden and persistent bureaucratic headaches. Cooper's father Charles ran a small garage in the area, where John left school at 15 to become an apprentice. The Cooper Car Company they founded went on to revolutionize Formula One racing, with 16 Grand Prix wins in a nine-year span. But while the Cooper name endures, the city itself offers little excitement beyond its automotive heritage. This sleepy commuter town is best suited for those content with a quiet, provincial lifestyle.

Can I afford Surrey?

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Surrey

You would need

-24/mo

Savings Rate0%

Monthly Costs

Rent $1,932
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$1,092

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
0/100
Retiree Score
(i)
50/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets United Kingdom Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
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Safety
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Healthcare
50
Walkability
50
Nomad

Grocery Basket

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

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$20
Meal (Mid-range) $97
Cappuccino $5
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $266
Mobile Plan (mo) $18
Gym (mo) *$53
Cinema Ticket $13

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $1,932
1BR Outside (mo) *$1,087
3BR Center (mo) $3,331
3BR Outside (mo) *$1,766

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Widely Spoken
Expat Community
Large & Active
Top Neighborhoods
Guildford, Weybridge, Esher
Best For
families, high-income professionals

Expat Life Notes

The most affluent county in the UK, home to many international headquarters and a high density of expat families.

Pros

  • ✓ Top-tier schools
  • ✓ Safe and green
  • ✓ Proximity to London

Cons

  • ✗ Extremely high cost of living
  • ✗ Congested roads
  • ✗ Socially conservative pockets

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
2°C°C - 22°C°C
Annual Rainfall
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Coworking Spaces
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Best Months to Visit
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Surrey has a population of approximately 1,200,000 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $4,830 per month in Surrey, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $1932/month.

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