Why I Left London Forever... 

if you're rich everywhere is great. if you're poor everywhere is terrible.

Born and raised in London but now I can't wait too leave for good. I'm sixty years old and I'm completely done with it .

im 41 years old, been living in london since i was 18....agreed with all that you have mentioned, the cost of living, ever increasing population, crime rates, pollution and the quality of life or lack off lol, is becoming psychologically draining to say the least...i mostly work from home now and planning to make my move sooner rather than later...(only regret i have is) that i wished had done it a lot sooner

I lived in London for 23 years. Hard life as hell but each time you thinking it gets better something comes along to drain all your effort. Economically the country every 5 years or so something major happens and puts it's people in square 1. This has been the case since 2007-8. I will never know when I will stop existing and start living. The only way is when I get out

2019: Rent vs income was good in London. 2023: Rent vs income is outrageously disproportionate.

Everyone leaves London before they're 40. It's been that way since Abraham was a kid

I was born in Manchester 6 decades ago. I left the UK when I was 25 for much the same reasons that you did. I was very unhappy with the weather and the self limiting attitudes of most of the people there. I never felt like I fit in and left for the US. I eventually got a greencard and then US citizenship and married an American girl. I've been to the UK on vacation but I was always happy to get back to home in the US. I've had a much better lifestyle than I think I could have had in the UK. It's not all been easy but it was way worth it.

As a Londoner I wish 3 million other Londoners would also leave.

I live in London for past 20 years and he is spot on, sadly.

as someone born & lived in london my whole life i would agree with most of the points made in this video. london is only good for a short visit not to live.

Try Spain it has everything, nice good whether, still affordable properties, amazing food, safety, so old, so modern, diversity, good health care system, great infrastructures & transport, high mountains, stunning beaches, openen minded warm people, huge cultural offer & a lot of fun. For instance, Valencia with more than 300 days of sun a long the year. It's a so complete beautiful country to live. You will love it

Fully agree with you! I'm from east Europe, moved to London in 2021. I expected a lot from this city, first few month I was so exited and stuff like this, but before I just got to depressed, the people there are not connected, nobody is smiling on the street, the prices are ridiculously high, getting out with friends is too expensive and you spend a lot of time just on the way. One of the biggest problems for me is the weather here, can't enjoy my life without sun, and here most of the time you won't see it. I decided that this summer I'm gonna move to Australia

As someone who left Dubai for London lets clarify it has to do with your priorities obviously.Weather: It's basically like 7 months of summer and 5 months of fire summer (Australians will be familiar with that), on those 5 months you can't take walks outside without being unable to breathe ,get a migraine , feel sick,you have to stay in air-conditioned indoor spaces , forget going out for picnic , going out for a cup of coffee under the sun and having the breeze comfort you,no. I got a heat stroke 4 times within one summer season. At least in London no matter the weather you can always dress appropriately and go out and about. Landscape: One of the things that humans also really cherish that hasn't been brought up is nature. London has numerous vast open green spaces, your are basically in the city and next to lush green nature within minutes. Health: I didn't know until I got to Dubai that sandstorms can make you sick and allergic at the same time. If you're not used to it there is a high chance that your immune system will go crashing down. I lived there for two years and I was ill almost all the time but especially during spring season when the sandstorms are the wildest. The healthcare system on the other hand in Dubai is superior to London by far! Activities: let's not even compare the two, London has infinite activities and exhibitions to choose from, one of the best collection of museums in the world, and if you are a fan of stand-up comedy,well you'll be disappointed in Dubai. Safety: let's start by telling that Dubai is indeed very safe and I felt that way those two years I lived there. In London I lived for 6 years and never had any incident, although we always hear in the news about the high crime rates and there are certainly some areas I never felt safe walking there. I live in Earls Court btw. People: Both cities are highly multicultural so there is that. Prices: Dubai is indeed cheaper than London you can find a decent 75 M2 flat with built-in closets and balconies for 3/4 of the price that you would probably find in London, minus the balconies. Groceries I found were quite similar though. But food-wise quality was much better in Dubai in general . City planning/ transportation: in Dubai you basically have to drive everywhere, a bit like in the US, public transportation is not as well connected and well-planned as in London, if you like biking your way around Dubai is not a pleasant place for that at all. Buildings wise, in Dubai is like you live in the future and the buildings in London is like you live in the past so, preferences .. Location: in London you are a few hours away from many European countries with completely different culture ,architecture landscape and climate.In Dubai your closest destination to see a somewhat different landscape/nature/ Climate is a 3:30 hours flight to India Delhi. You have to remember Dubai is in the middle of a desert. You get your car for a road trip and you will always and only see,sand, you'll be surrounded of a sepia filter colour dead soil.Thats it.

I'm 65, have seen what you've seen for decades and not just in London, but being married, he doesn't want to move and yes, I've been depressed for a long time. Feel the life draining from me daily and have become a recluse because of it. Life has been very difficult in the UK with very little to show for it and the fact that most people don't see that, disturbs me. I feel like a caged animal. It's my own fault, no-one else to blame, I've wasted my life putting family first and now I don't know what to do.

It's not just London. It's a UK thing. Besides the tragic commute, everything else is typical UK. If I was the sort of outgoing person that liked change and didn't find making friends and getting used to new places a struggle, I wouldve left the UK a long time ago. I've been here 13yrs and I'm still not really accustomed and comfortable.

This Dude is from Finland & spends a minute & a half complaining about British weather. Sheesh!

I moved from London to Bucharest !!! London looks like a place where you stay some time but not too long because for working class there are much better options.

I love all these Brits complaining in the comments. Get a taste of the tough life. Wales was like this for years.

Bro . I am living in London since one and half year as a student . Such high costs of living , cold weather , fast paced and life and really such an unfriendly atmosphere . May god bless all of us . Still every place has its own charm but still not liking it

I lived 7 years in London and moved out for more or less the same reasons (+ b-word)..now I'm in Budapest and I love it! Of course, nowhere is perfect, but accomodation is amazing and affordable, food the same, sports activities available, affordable and not overcrowded....oh yes, crowd and nightmare of London commute is unbeatable and draining, so, energy regaind!!😊

After watching this video I feel even more depressed about living in London. 😭 It’s exactly as you described it. Been living here for the last 5 years, but still don’t like it as a permanent destination, especially because I’ve also lived in places like California and Vietnam. 🌞 I guess you learn to live wherever you end up though.

everything very relatable here.. I'm from Italy and living in London and share all of your thoughts. I lived in Bali for a couple of months and that's when I felt London is not as valuable anymore. I'm trying to find the best way for me to still have job security in a dream place while building something on my own as a content creator.. will follow your journey closely mate

I recently moved from the US to Japan! The food is amazing, rent is cheap, people are amazing, and its just different! Life is too short to not experience other cultures.

The crime drove me away, the old fashioned buildings did depress me too.

But the big difference between you and most working people is that from what you have described you are good financially,you have an apartment in Dubai you have an apartment in London, and a house in Finland. Most people don`t have all those options.

completely agree with all of this

To me london weather is perfect. It never gets extremely cold and not too hot either.

Thank you for the video Thomas

I live in the UK and an ideal location would be Colombia, Portugal, or Dubai

grass is always greener elsewhere - everywhere in the world has its ups and downs. nowhere is perfect

Hi mate, great video I agreed with every single word you said about London, and I can confirm is 100 % true.

I lived in London .....38 years, had to leave the UK it was making me il for all the reasons you pointed out l, I also work in I.T ... took redundency in 2023 from a very large US company, moved back to Portugal were no one points the figure and says I do not belong, the weather is awesome, the food is insane, I love this place it feels like home, the UK is reaping it's Karma.../good luck in Dubai

I think London is a lot like NYC where I’m from. It’s great to visit but living there is a different story. It’s draining, expensive and you get very little for your very hard earned $$ 😢

The bit about culture, heritage and history is so true! The London Tube was such a pain to use. No 5G signals, the transfer from one line to another is a mess. A lot of it are not very accessible for the disabled and it was such a work-out to drag a suitcase around. FFS! Even the newly-built Elizabeth line was delayed when I tried using that to get to Heathrow. The only thing the Brits has to be proud of is that it was the first in the world. Jesus Christ, congratulations! It must have been amazing for the Victorians but what about now? What about us who live in the modern era? Why has it not been upgraded since?!? Same with the trains, road... Everything are so expensive that my AirBnB host rationed heating and offer me a jacket. Honestly, the first couple of weeks in UK was great but everything starts to grind you down until you just start to lose feelings.

Reading these comments now I'm actually going to look out for Dubai😮

I agree with everything, in February it will have been 19 years I stayed in London. I had zero life in here, but lots of horrible experiences, I wish I could leave now, unfortunately some circumstances will have me kept here for a little longer.

If only another 3 million left it would be a much better place to live 🐤

I‘m a Brit living in Germany. Left in the mid 80‘s and absolutely love it here. Able to hop overland to visit other countries and the tax payed goes somewhere whereas in England it goes up politicians noses! Great Britain needs to re-invent itself in a hurry to be able to progress again within the European Union and the politicians could start off with admitting they’ve previously screwed up! Thanks Tuomas for your info and wish you lots of success in Dubai….😉

You ended where I was going to start - digital nomading is the answer. London is one of the best cities in the world to live in - IF you can afford to buy a nice home in a decent area near good transport with a good community around it - families and professionals, not HMOs and social tenant areas. Combine with travel and digital nomad out to a sunny spot part of the year, and you're golden. Coming back is always wonderful. After leaving London for 6 years, I've just bought a 2 bed house near London city airport, zone 2/3. I can travel to Europe and beyond every month, and now saving to buy my little beachside house in a hot equatorial country (not saying where because westerners will flock there and drive the prices up). Each to their own though 😊

Totally agree with your observations , the UK is progressively going down the plughole.

You do a great job at explaining all teh reasons. Right now I live in Western NY which is safe and beautul. However, the majority of people my age are staying here to care for or live nearby aging parents/ grandparents.. Fortunately,my mother is healthy and wealthy. I wonder where I will live after my parents pass away. Stay away from Alcohol. It destroys family life. And it kills your fantastic brain cells. I approve of you decisions. New subscriber.

I’ve lived in London my whole life and agree with everything you said. I’m in the process of moving to Dubai for the same reasons you mentioned. Thanks for sharing knowledge and experience bro 👊🏽

I think East/Southeast Asia is already the main hub of the world with the most action, market potential, growth, population, commerce etc. I don't think the Middle East can catch up with East/Southeast Asia, just due to the environment, much lower population and cultural differences.

Great content! As a Brit I’ve never understood the British culture of drinking for the sole purpose of getting drunk!

I agree 100% and I don't even live in London , I live up north , it's just so depressing !

Good reasons! Sums up London pretty well

Thank-you for sharing your honest review. Ive come to the UK and I hate it here. Its been 6 months and Ill give myself another 6 then I'll me outta here..

We need to start a no drinking culture. I stopped by 36, there are a lot of us out there.

to watch more about what is happening watch Gary Economics. he was the top city trader in the world and he left because he saw all the inequality happening.

Sheesh Dubai.... 50 degrees in Summer - No thank you

It's true. If you have money it doesn't really matter where you live.

I was in Helsinki this year - it’s amazing there! no need to move to Dubai or London - Sometimes people are looking for the happiness all around the world only to realise that your own country is the best. I like Eastern Europe its clean/fresh/modern. Australia wasn’t bad. Other Anglo-Saxon countries a falling apart - VERY LEGACY like.

I'm glad you woke up! I recall what you are saying to Londoners when I was selling Burj khalifa apartments in Dubai during the Dubai boom years to skeptical Londoners

I'm living in Florida now, originally from New York. New York was similar to how you described London. Florida is alright for now but I don't feel comfortable in this country, especially with the elections coming up. I'm currently studying to become a software engineer/developer like yourself so that I can have freedom to work remotely. I of course plan on creating a startup that involves the use of AI & Machine learning... but for now it's one day at a time. Love the videos like always Tuomas ;D

It all depends where you grew up from. Emmigrants from Africa and India have much to thank UK. I live in Nairobi, Kenya and I sincerely cannot complain as the weather is heavenly and food prices are well under control. If I divide the income of an average person's income in Europe by a factor of 10 the salaries very much compatible. Unless we are destroyed by untold calamites the third world is a force to reckon with. Dubai and Singapore are passing clouds in the econmic sense of the word and you of all people with your educational background should know best.

I agree with everything you say, I was born in London left briefly when I was 12 and came back when I was 25, now Im in my 50s and I desperately want to leave but feel it may be too late.

100% hear you! As soon as interest rates go down and I can sell my flat at a decent price without losing money/negative equity I'm on it. Going back to Japan mate, my pounds will go a lot further there and I miss it sooooooooo much Also regarding London and "culture" - there used to be a lot of subcultures you could interact with in London. Growing up in the suburbs coming into London at the weekend was the only time I could interact with music and/or art scenes but over the last 10 years so many venues have closed and have been moved out of central, especially towards East London. However, before Tottenham Court Road area had so much to enjoy, now it's just for tourists and "American Candy" stores

I live in a coastal city about 70 miles from London and where I live is getting worse. I hate it here and I am constantly on edge to the point I am now on anti-depressants. I'd leave tomoorow if I could. I firmly believe by the end of the decade, the UK will be a 3rd world country. The UK is a shitehole.

I’m living in Ubud, Bali now. Moved from Jakarta. I’m just sick and tired of heavy traffic, pollution, ugly buildings, constantly surrounded by concrete houses but mostly the people I’d love to avoid 🤨. Now I’m surrounded by nature and can 🌟 stargazing at night. The only downside is Jakarta still offers great food. I miss them daily.😅

Welcome to Dubai!! Hope to meet you someday here

The Quran places a strong emphasis on the sanctity of human life. It prohibits murder and condemns violence and aggression except in cases of self-defense or just war.

I'm living currently in Washington, D.C. and the crime is awful the past couple of years here. My cousin was almost killed because of gun violence, and I witnessed four people being shot behind my apartment. I've lived in the U.S. for most of my life, and lived in Paris a couple of times (briefly). I think the UK and the U.S. have somewhat similar problems (regarding disparity between income vs rent prices, inflation, etc.), except the U.S. is much scarier to live in because of the gun violence, politics, and high costs of healthcare. I think it depends where you're coming from and where you're going. I wanted to live in London, but who knows now?

Dubai is the best place for you to have a home base to escape the summer I recommend Malaysia. The weather is 26 to 31 degrees all year round, they speak English, cost of living is probably 1/3 of Dubai with high infrastructure they rank high in healthcare. The best part is Philippines and Indonesia geographically protect it from tsunamis so you don’t have to worry about that either

I'm a US/UK dual national who has lived decades in both countries. I lived in Abu Dhabi from 2010 to 2015 and in Nassau Bahamas since October 2015. All of my changes in country have been due to my work. My favourite country of redidence is the UAE. I enjoyed living in the UK,. I haven't lived there since 2010. However, I visit the UK at least once per year. I'd say the UK is my second favourite country. I would never live in the US agains. Although I left the US in '98, I visit it once or twice a year. I can't wait to leave the Bahamas. My plan is to immigrate to Argentina when I retire at the end of the year. I've been to Argentina four times, twice in 2023, to see if I would really like to live there.

God with you bro keep posting videos like this

I had never been to London but very ,very honestly Paris had hugely disappointed me with its old fashion ness and lack of greenery. I know there are lot of parks in and around paris but even the parks have paved walkways , mowed grass and less large green covers. I think cities are most livable when they are covered with large trees and less concrete. Weather is also a let down for people like me but well i think wevas human beings can always adjust to that. And the worst thing about paris was the huge number of Arabian and African people in that place. I say it again and again that my Irish missionary run school in messy Calcutta of the 70s, 80s and 90s looked, felt and appeared much more european than paris appeared to me in 2023 and that was very, very sad for me.

Malaysia, BOSNIA, ...

I agree with you on everything you just said I thought I was the only one thinking like this I hate it can't stand it no more

Thank you for sharing your experience!

London has an awful mayor with too much power

I love Vancouver & it was home till I moved to London 20 yrs ago but left London nearly 9 fantastic yrs for the same reasons and now work & enjoy more than 30 countries thus far & saving 2 to 3x more than when I had my 9-5 back in London!!! The world's way more than just the UK or even the most beautiful Vancouver, tho I still visit once in a while but only in the Summers as no way anyone should endure the miserable winter in London / Vancouver when u can hv the Caribbean where I am now, tho only for a few months as I've new venues in mind literary once every few months. Love seeing the world for "free" and work with lovely folks from all walks of life in different corners of this beautiful planet! Everyone should try it out & u've nothing to loose. Do it now!!!

London is a depressing dump.

If people made money from content creating (youtube) and being able to make money while being anywhere then im sure more people would move from the uk to live in a different country but because most of us work for companies we are not able to just pick a country and live there

Baltimore, MD. I like my house but not the area I'm in because there's high crime. I think I want to stay in Maryland but maybe in a different part of it that's safer. My ideal environment would be within walking distance of a library.

My biggest regret is moving to Liverpool, Merseyside, England such a boring, insular city it is and i'm looking for somewhere else but not sure where. Its a strange city because everyone seems to want to move here but its so run down and depressing!

Thank you for making this video, I agree with EVERYTHING you have said. I am waiting to leave!!

I left London in 2005 and moved to Canada 🍁 Best decision ever 😊😊😊😊

I moved from Hong Kong to Canada! But its mostly because the culture have changed to more Chinese style compare to the western modern style

Living in Buenos Aires, planning to move to Australia.

We can't alter the weather. I was interested if you were just leaving London or the whole of the UK. 🤔 Thankfully London is not the whole of the UK, (some argue it's no longer part of the UK), I personally wouldn't want to live there. However visiting for a day is fine. 🤗

Cut out the silly music in the background and your words have more impact. Good luck.

The explanation is very simple. Sadik Khan.

I'm currently living in Nigeria, but the economy is too bad plus insecurity. I have plans to move to Dubai too, no cash for now tough. And the reason why I love Dubai is the global access one would have , I mean home of experts, lots of people from different nationalities over 200

What the hell can i do as a family man ? I am a one man band im scared and worried for my kids future we are working class i have a small mechanic buisness and my partner does dog walking between us no qualifications but we are all healthy . We dont know what to do at all where to start who to talk to or how to do it all we know is that we dont feel comfortable here anymore not that we ever really have but we need help !

I was thinking.. but it s too hot in the summer and you responded 7:18 😆. Humans definitely benefit more from living in a sunny environment it makes us happy. I live in Tangier Morocco the farthest point you can be in Africa before the European continent starts, weather is beautiful a Mediterranean climate not so hot not so cold, the nature is beautiful beaches forests mountains even desert in other cities in the south. all of that mixed with a unique culture and history. people here mostly chose to go and live elsewhere for economic reasons if they have enough resources they don t think about living in other places.

If everyone hasn't worked it out yet, Britain, .. & it's people have been/are under attack, .. even from it's own people, .. All the British people have got to help turn it around, ..? The United-Kingdom & Britain is made up of wonderful islands, .. very beautiful, plenty of water, not too hot, not too windy, not too cold, .. no volcano erruptions, no lethal wildlife, not many strong earthquakes, .. We've had, or still got a great culture & heritage, .. cause or suffer no harm, treat your neighbours well, .. fantastic Common Law Constitution admired across the world, democratic justice, .. by lawful Jury, .. 'don't breach the peace', fairness, unalienable-rights, personal-sovereignty, freedom, opportunities, .. great humour, pubs, music, dance, old architecture, fascinating history, great characters, .. loads of culture-Celtic&English, .. food, markets, parks, scenic-railways, museums, art galleries, .. concert hall theatres, sports stadium arenas, .. & transportation could be worse, ..?

coming from Argentina, all the things you listed are (from inflation to insecurity) are our normal, e.i. inflation just for 2022 was 90% you never know how much you will pay for bread!!! insecurity level they will kill you just for a pair of snickers.. Once a country start the spiral, the next step is Venezuela.. or worst. As humans we always want to be in a better place, but we should always have perspective..

He could have chose to say anything, but he chose facts!

hi. nth of Aust and the West . is where you;ll find continuous and complete sunshine mate. the spiders n snakes wont bother you. You;re more than welcome . cheers

Every country has its problems, you can’t keep running away. You’re too young to appreciate things like tradition and history. I was the same at your age. It took me years to settle. England is not ONLY limited to London. There’s the rest of Britain to explore. Glorious places. I’m not from London but I’ve been a few times for work and training and I hate London. Not my cup of tea.

one of your first subscribers ever on both channels)) like so many things resonate with me, insane. That's why I am also in Dubai now:) question though, you mentioned that during the summer you'll leave dubai as well, what is your nxt stop? Us? Portugal? (besides UK)

Good points raised If you came here illegally was diverse enough and were on benefits you'd be living the dream !

Hi, which agencies are good for the IT jobs in Dubai/maybe also other Dubai like countries?

This is exactly how I have been feeling. The whether puts you in a different kind of mood in Dubai.

Good luck! 🍀🍀🍀

so many complaining british people. you have no idea how good you have it in the UK.

Seems like a lot of Brits go first to Australia , America and Canada. America is not perfect , but Florida has nicer weather.

Goodbye!! Hope you have a great life.but to be honest it really doesn’t make any difference whatsoever if you are living in London, or not? I’ve heard Timbuktu is great, this time of year. Bye!

if you think London is old and crappy you definitely don't belong in London. London's culture is based on its people, not its places. Dubai couldn't be more opposite place to live, and if you enjoy that, I'm happy for you

' What does culture mean?' Britain pretty much built the world and everyone copied.