We’re starting to look into moving abroad for a better lifestyle and improved safety, and I’d really appreciate any advice from those who have already moved or are considering it.
Our situation:
- My husband is a top 1% earner.
- I don’t currently work (child care around school) but I have a master’s degree so can look to go back into work.
- We own a 3-bed semi-detached house with a mortgage, in an expensive area due to my husband’s job we need this location.
- We pay privately for healthcare and for our children’s schooling.
- We don’t receive benefits (or receive reduced child benefit).
- We consider ourselves community-focused—we volunteer, are involved locally, and have nice children.
Despite all of this, we’re being priced out. Food costs have increased, VAT is being added to school fees, and with Rachel Reeves’ upcoming budget, it looks like we’ll be taxed even more.
We also don’t feel as safe anymore. There was a stabbing of a teenager at the end of our road—not something you expect in what’s meant to be a nice area. It’s getting worse and I’m fine to say I don’t feel safe walking the dog on my own anymore.
So, for those who have relocated or are planning to—where did you go, and why? What should we consider?
We won’t be a burden to any country we move to—our intention is to continue paying for schooling and healthcare privately and to contribute positively to the community.
No need for negative comments- we love England and are both born and bred here but it’s not the same as when we were children and I just don’t want this for our children. We know it’s time to go.