Australia is one of the most popular destinations for
British expats looking to move abroad, with about 1.2 million UK citizens
already living there.
Over the last 30 years, on average, 30,000 Brits a year have
moved to Australia, making it the most popular destination in the world for us
to emigrate to.
So what are the advantages of moving to Australia, what
attracts so many of us to emigrate down under? Here are just 7 of the top
reasons to move to Australia.
Laidback lifestyle – One of the major advantages of living in Australia is the laid back lifestyle. There is a great work/life balance here with an emphasis on enjoying life.
Climate – Australia is such a vast country that whatever weather is your preference then Australia has a state that will suit you. From baking sun to snow (the mountains of Tasmania, NSW, and Victoria all get snow) the climate is very varied.
Nature – With over 500 National Parks and 14 World Heritage Sites there is a vast ecosystem in Australia. From snowcapped mountains to rainforests, deserts to sandy beaches, there is a never-ending great outdoors to be enjoyed.
Healthcare – Australians
enjoy some of the best healthcare in the world with both Medicare services and
private health insurance being available.
Employment – Australia
has a strong economy with low unemployment, so if you have the right skills
then Australia is a great place to find work.
Language – One of the major advantages of going to live in Australia for British expats is that they will not need to learn a new language. This can make the whole relocation process so much easier and will help you integrate faster too. OK so there are a few Australian slang words to learn such as ‘bludger’ – a lazy person, ‘arvo’ – afternoon, ‘daks’-trousers, or ‘hard yakka’-hard work, but you will soon be speaking like a local Bruce or Sheila.
Quality of life – This sums up all the advantages of going to live in Australia. The quality of life is regarded as one of the best in the world.
In this guide to moving to Australia, you will discover each of the states of Australia, what the average salary is, the average price of a home, and how much it costs to move from each part of the UK to each state in Australia.
Where do
Most Expats Live in Australia?
Many expats moving abroad like to have a safety net of being around other expats. In Australia, you will not have the language problems that you would moving to many other countries, but some people still like the comfort of having fellow expats who know how the local culture and inevitable bureaucracy works.
According to www.propertiesguide.com, these are the 5 top cities that British Expats move to. You can read more about each of the cities by going to the state guides below.
Going to Live in Australia – State-by-State Moving Guide and Costs
Australia has 6 states and two internal territories. Just click on the state or territory that you are interested in moving to for lots of useful information. But you may just want to read every guide as each state is uniquely different, and you may just discover something that changes your mind about where you thought you would relocate to in Australia.
Many people thinking of moving to New South Wales are doing
so to go and work in Sydney. It is true that Sydney has a strong economy and
some great career opportunities, but if you have the option then there are many
fantastic places to make your new home in New South Wales.
There are equally vibrant cities with plenty to see and do such as Newcastle and Wollongong. With a lower cost of living, less traffic, many leisure activities, and a slower pace of life, they are very attractive places in which to live.
There are some lovely suburbs of NSW that offer you a great standard of living and quality of life. www.homely.com.au rank these as the 3 best suburbs of New South Wales to live in:
Casuarina – Popular with young families, professionals, and retirees, this is rated the number 1 suburb in NSW. With great shops, restaurants, parks, a beach, and good transport links, it is easy to see why.
Lugarno – Perfect for families and retirees, this quiet and safe suburb feels like a village and has everything you need for a great quality of life.
Concord West – This is a suburb that is very green with easy access to shops, schools, parks, and a train station. It has a quiet village atmosphere and is considered a very safe place to live in.
New South Wales is a state that offers you everything, you can go to the stunning white-sand beaches of Jervis Bay today and then go skiing in the Snowy Mountains tomorrow. And the diversity of things to see and do in New South Wales will ensure you are never short of things to do or places to visit.
There are over 900 beaches in New South Wales, subtropical
rainforests, the highest mountains in Australia, and four of the longest rivers
too. The natural landscape here is incredibly varied and offers many outdoor
leisure activities.
For those looking for work in New South Wales, there are many strong employment sectors including IT, mining, finance, healthcare, engineering, and trade industries.
Families moving to NSW will find that there is an excellent standard of schooling and also a number of internationally renowned universities. The cost of living is low compared with many other states and healthcare is extremely good.
Coffs Harbour is also worthy of special mention for expat families thinking of moving to New South Wales. It is about 6 hours north of Sydney and 5 hours south of Brisbane, close to some wonderful beaches and beautiful national parks. With lots of great local amenities and schools, it is an idyllic place to raise a family.
And finally, we must mention the wonderful wine-growing region of Hunters Valley where you can sample some very good wines. The city of Newcastle is nearby, so if you like wine, a city rich in history, and want to be near a great beach, then it is well worth consideration.
Moving to NSW will allow you to live in one of the most
diverse and beautiful states in Australia whilst being near the energetic city
of Sydney with all its wonderful amenities.
The average annual wage in Sydney Australia is 108,000 AUD (£56,236)
The average lowest wage in Sydney Australia is 14,700 AUD (£7655)
The average hourly pay rate in Sydney Australia
is 52 AUD (£27)
What is the
Cost of Living in Sydney Australia?
You would need about £4,180
per month in Sydney to have the same standard of living as £4,700
would cost you in London.
You would need about £4,202
per month in Sydney to have the same standard of living as £2,900
would cost you in Glasgow.
You would need about £4,132
per month in Sydney to have the same standard of living as £2,900
would cost you in Cardiff.
You would need about £4,157
per month in Sydney to have the same standard of living as £2,700
would cost you in Belfast.
What are the
Average Property Prices in Sydney Australia?
The average property costs 1,142,212 AUD in Sydney (£594,761)
The average weekly rental costs in Sydney are 525 AUD (£273)
How Much Does it Cost to Move from London to Sydney?
Due to a worldwide shortage of shipping containers, increases in fuel and labour costs, as well as the effects of the pandemic, have seen the cost of international home moves skyrocket in recent years.
Based on the average international moving costs:
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from London to Sydney
By Sea: £3,300-£3,900
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from London to Sydney
By Sea: £4,400-£5,300
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Glasgow to Sydney?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Glasgow to Sydney
By Sea: £3,300-£3,900
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Glasgow to Sydney
By Sea: £4,400-£5,300
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Cardiff to Sydney?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Cardiff to Sydney
By Sea: £3,400-£4,000
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Cardiff to Sydney
By Sea: £4,500-£5,400
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much Does
it Cost to Move from Belfast to Sydney?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Belfast to Sydney
By Sea: £3,300-£3,800
By Air: £4,800-£5,800
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Belfast to Sydney
By Sea: £4,300-£5,200
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
Moving to Victoria
Australia
Melbourne, Victoria
Victoria is the second smallest state in Australia with the
second largest population, 70% of whom live in Melbourne.
Going to live in Victoria you will have a wonderful quality
of life. There are some beautiful beaches, many championship golf courses, ski
resorts, mountains, wineries, national parks, and the opportunity to do dozens
of outdoor leisure pursuits.
Wilsons Promontory National Park is a stunning location full
of spectacular rock formations and wildlife, and it is the perfect location for
camping, climbing, and hiking.
Just an easy drive away from Melbourne are the Victorian Alps where you will find seven alpine resorts offering you excellent winter sports facilities.
Expats moving to Victoria will never be short of wonderful things to experience, the National Rhododendron Garden, the famous wine-producing region of Yarra Valley, the Australian Open, and the Australian Grand Prix are held here, there are numerous art galleries and museums, and music festivals.
Victoria is a great place for British expat families to emigrate to, the healthcare is excellent, the outdoor life is amazing, the weather averages 25°C in the summer and 16°C during the winter, and the schools are excellent. Around 35% of students attend private primary and secondary schools, whilst the University of Melbourne is regularly ranked as one of the best in the world.
The economy is strong in Victoria with service, agriculture,
hospitality, manufacturing, and tourism being strong employment sectors.
British expats moving to Melbourne will be lucky enough to find themselves in one of the most liveable cities in the world. With plenty of employment opportunities, low crime, renowned universities, culture, arts, a thriving café culture, some first-class restaurants, and a laid-back lifestyle.
Melbourne is a vibrant city ideal for young professionals and students, but many families and retirees choose to live in the suburbs where property prices are cheaper and the lifestyle is relaxed.
www.homely.com.au rates these as the top three best suburbs of Melbourne to live in.
Kilmore – Ideal for families, retirees, and professionals. With a lovely village atmosphere, shops, public transport, a golf course, and a nature reserve, Kilmore has everything you could need for a perfectly relaxed lifestyle.
Soldiers Hill – This area is particularly suitable for you if you love wide tree-lined streets, beautiful homes, every amenity within easy walking distance, easy commuting, and a laid-back and peaceful way of life.
Belmont – Belmont
is a great suburb that has everything you need from parks, shops, schools,
great infrastructure, and welcoming and friendly locals. Particularly
recommended for expat families and retirees.
Victoria offers people moving here a wonderful way of life, great value-for-money homes, excellent education and healthcare, and the opportunity to live in a stunningly beautiful part of Australia.
What is the
Average Salary in Melbourne Australia?
The average annual wage in Melbourne Australia
is 107,000 AUD (£55,715)
The average lowest wage in Melbourne Australia
is 14,400 AUD (£7498)
The average hourly pay rate in Melbourne is 51
AUD (£27)
What is the
Cost of Living in Melbourne Australia?
You would need about £3,473
per month in Melbourne to have the same standard of living as £4,700 would cost you in London.
You would need about £3,491
per month in Melbourne to have the same standard of living as £2,900 would cost you in Glasgow.
You would need about £3,433
per month in Melbourne to have the same standard of living as £2,900 would cost you in Cardiff.
You would need about £3,454
per month in Melbourne to have the same standard of living as £2,700 would cost you in Belfast.
What are the
Average Property Prices in Melbourne Australia?
The average property costs 901,951AUD in Melbourne (£469,955)
The average weekly rental costs in Melbourne are 430AUD (£224)
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from London to Melbourne?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from London to Melbourne
By Sea: £3,300-£3,900
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from London to Melbourne
By Sea: £4,300-£5,200
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Glasgow to Melbourne?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Glasgow to
Melbourne
By Sea: £3,300-£3,900
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Glasgow to Melbourne
By Sea: £4,300-£5,200
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Cardiff to Melbourne?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Cardiff to Melbourne
By Sea: £3,400-£4,000
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Cardiff to Melbourne
By Sea: £4,500-£5,400
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Belfast to Melbourne?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Belfast to
Melbourne
By Sea: £3,300-£3,800
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Belfast to Melbourne
By Sea: £4,300-£5,200
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
Moving to
Queensland Australia
Gold Coast, Brisbane
Queensland is one of the most relaxed and laid-back states in Australia. It is where the sun shines constantly, where tropical fruits grow wild, where the beaches are stunningly beautiful and life is easy.
British expats moving to the sunshine state of Queensland
will be blessed with living in a state with a strong economy, modern
infrastructure, a low cost of living, excellent schools, comprehensive medical
facilities, and a low crime rate.
Relocating to Queensland offers British expats lots of opportunities for work. There is a strong local economy with career opportunities in construction, mining, hospitality, and tourism. For skilled workers, there are many opportunities for work, especially in Brisbane.
Being such a huge state there are many options for where expats could soon be calling home. www.homely.com.au lists all the best neighbourhoods in Queensland as voted for by locals. Here are the three best places to live in Queensland.
Proserpine – This town receives glowing praise for its great schools, safe and clean environment, sports facilities, friendly community, and positive vibe. This is regarded as an excellent place for families to relocate to.
Buddina – This is
the perfect place to live an idyllic beach life. With a marina, the beach on
your doorstep, a great range of shops, good schools, nice parks, plenty of
cafes and restaurants, and a low crime rate, this is a great place to live.
Bundall – With the majority of homes facing the water, low cost of living, plenty of family-sized homes at an affordable price, everything within walking distance, and a safe and clean environment in which to live, Bundall receives rave reviews from all its residents.
The capital of Victoria is Brisbane and where a number of British expats choose to relocate to. Brisbane is a modern and vibrant city, it is clean and has a low crime rate, with none of the crowds or glitziness of cities like Melbourne and Sydney. There is great nightlife and plenty to do including some very good theatres and art galleries. Whilst eating out is on a par cost-wise with London, house prices are far more affordable and with the great weather, plenty of opportunity for outdoor leisure pursuits, a great work/life balance, and some excellent schools, and universities, this is a great city to relocate to.
Queensland is a huge state and the climate, infrastructure,
job opportunities, and cost of living can vary enormously, but wherever you
choose to live in Queensland you can be assured of a great lifestyle.
The average annual wage in Brisbane Australia is 105,000 AUD (£54,675)
The average lowest wage in Brisbane Australia is 14,200 AUD (£7,395)
The average hourly pay rate in Brisbane Australia is 50 AUD (£26)
What is the
Cost of Living in Brisbane Australia?
You would need about £3,365
per month in Brisbane to have the same standard of living as £4,700 would cost you in London.
You would need about £3,383
per month in Brisbane to have the same standard of living as £2,900 would cost you in Glasgow.
You would need about £3,326
per month in Brisbane to have the same standard of living as £2,900 would cost you in Cardiff.
You would need about £3,347
per month in Brisbane to have the same standard of living as £2,700 would cost you in Belfast.
What are the
Average Property Prices in Brisbane Australia?
The average property costs 577,664 AUD in Brisbane (£300,795)
The average weekly rental costs in Brisbane are 410 AUD (£214)
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from London to Brisbane?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from London to Brisbane
By Sea: £3,300-£3,900
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from London to Brisbane
By Sea: £4,300-£5,200
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Glasgow to Brisbane?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Glasgow to
Brisbane
By Sea: £3,300-£3,900
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Glasgow to Brisbane
By Sea: £4,300-£5,200
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Cardiff to Brisbane?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Cardiff to Brisbane
By Sea: £3,400-£4,000
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Cardiff to Brisbane
By Sea: £4,500-£5,400
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Belfast to Brisbane?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Belfast to
Brisbane
By Sea: £3,300-£3,800
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Belfast to Brisbane
By Sea: £4,300-£5,200
By Air: £5,900-£9,900
Moving to
Western Australia
Fremantle, Western Australia
Western Australia is the largest state in Australia but with
the lowest density of population. With about 9% of the population originating
in the UK, and 35% from outside of Australia, this is a very multicultural
state in which to live.
In the north of Western Australia, you will find miles of white sandy beaches, to the south, there are lush forests and vineyards, whilst to the west, there is the arid outback.
Going to live in regional Western Australia will give you a
relaxed lifestyle in sparsely populated towns and villages, but most still have
great infrastructure and amenities, and all you need for everyday living.
Perth is the capital of Western Australia and is the number one destination for British expats moving to Australia. With a Mediterranean climate of mild winters, hot summers, and little rainfall, Perth has more sunshine hours than any other city in Australia.
An outdoor lifestyle features heavily for those who live in
Perth so there is a fantastic work/life balance. The Swan River runs through
Perth allowing for many watersports, whilst walking, jogging, and cycling are
also popular pastimes.
People who enjoy an inner-city lifestyle tend to live in the central metropolitan areas of Perth which includes West, East, South, and central Perth where homes are mainly apartments but there is a huge variety of amenities and shopping destinations.
Northbridge is where all the nightlife is centered, with a
variety of cafes and restaurants, and cultural events.
The Northern Suburbs of Perth run along the coast and here the price of a property is generally more expensive.
The Southern Suburbs of Perth include Freemantle which is the busiest working port in Western Australia. The area is well known for its great nightlife, art and culture, cafes and restaurants, shops, and vibrant lifestyle.
Perth Hills offer a more relaxed way of life in a rural
setting with easy access to Perth City. This is where you will find larger
family homes often with a good amount of land.
Perth is the perfect place to live for just about any British expat whether a family, retiree or professional. It is far more relaxed than most cities, with a great quality of life, great schools, and career opportunities for those with the right skills. With a very friendly community and a large expat community to offer help and support, it is a safe and easy place to emigrate to.
www.homely.com.au readers have voted these as the top 3 best places to live in Western Australia:
Dawesville – With the Yallingup National Park on your doorstep, the Daweshill Cut connecting the estuary to the ocean, excellent schools, The Cut Golf Course, a great range of shops, affordable houses, and a safe and relaxing atmosphere, this is an area especially suited to families and retirees.
Gelorup – In a semi-rural relocation just minutes from Bunbury, it is the second-largest city in Western Australia, this is an up-and-coming area with lots to entice you to live here. With many parks, beaches, and forests in an unspoiled, safe, and peaceful town, this is a great place to raise a family or for retirees.
South Yurrop – Under an hour away from Perth, this is a rural community with a fantastically relaxed way of life. Most homes here face the canals or the lake, are ideal for families and are very affordable. There is little nightlife here, but if you want to live in beautiful countryside, in a safe town with a super friendly community, then South Yuttop is a great choice.
The average annual wage in Perth Australia is 103,000 AUD (£53,633)
The average lowest wage in Perth Australia is 13,900 AUD (£7,238)
The average hourly pay rate in Perth Australia is 49 AUD (£26)
What is the
Cost of Living in Perth Australia?
You would need about £4,180
per month in Perth to have the same standard of living as £4,700
would cost you in London.
You would need about £3,245
per month in Perth to have the same standard of living as £2,900
would cost you in Glasgow.
You would need about £3,191
per month in Perth to have the same standard of living as £2,900
would cost you in Cardiff.
You would need about £3,211
per month in Perth to have the same standard of living as £2,700
would cost you in Belfast.
What are the
Average Property Prices in Perth Australia?
The average property costs 537,013 AUD in Perth (£279,628)
The average weekly rental costs in Perth are 370 AUD (£193)
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from London to Perth?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from London to Perth
By Sea: £3,300-£3,900
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from London to Perth
By Sea: £4,400-£5,300
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Glasgow to Perth?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Glasgow to Perth
By Sea: £3,300-£3,900
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Glasgow to Perth
By Sea: £4,400-£5,300
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Cardiff to Perth?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Cardiff to Perth
By Sea: £3,400-£4,000
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Cardiff to Perth
By Sea: £4,500-£5,400
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Belfast to Perth?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Belfast to Perth
By Sea: £3,300-£3,800
By Air: £4,800-£5,800
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Belfast to Perth
By Sea: £4,300-£5,200
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
Moving to
South Australia
Adelaide Beach
With a coastline stretching 3,700 kilometres, mountain ranges, arid deserts, and wild outback, South Australia is a diverse state with opportunities to live many different lifestyles.
British expats moving to Australia will find that South Australia is very affordable. With some of the lowest property prices in Australia, a low cost of living, great amenities, and a vast range of leisure activities and cultural events, South Australia is a great place to live.
Well known for its festivals, food, wine, unspoiled nature, and friendly people, this is strangely a part of Australia that does not attract huge numbers of British expats, but to ignore this state as a possible new home may be a mistake.
With average summer temperatures of between 16-28°C
and little rainfall, low humidity means that when the thermometer does reach 40°C,
which it occasionally does, it is more pleasant. Winters are wet by South
Australia standards, but Adelaide still has the lowest rainfall of any city in
Australia. Autumn and spring are very comfortable with temperatures ranging
between 12-22°C with little rain.
Whilst the job market in Adelaide is not as strong as most
Australian cities there are employment opportunities in the regions of South
Australia. The strongest employment sectors in South Australia for those expats
with the right skills are mining, manufacturing, agriculture, fishing, and
tourism.
www.homely.com.au publishes the best areas of South Australia to live as voted for by residents. Here are the best regions of South Australia to move to.
Greater Adelaide – Voted the number 1 region in South Australia to live in, there are some wonderful parts of Greater Adelaide to move to. Sheidow Park is particularly well-suited to families with children, while Vale Park offers extremely good value-for-money family homes, and Flinders Park is where you are close to the city and the beach.
Outer Adelaide – From the excellent value-for-money homes in Hewlett, to Tanunda in the heart of the Barossa wine-growing region, to Roseworthy with its quiet and relaxing rural lifestyle, to Goolwa with fantastic beaches and laid-back lifestyle, this is a great region of South Australia to live.
Northern – Northern is a varied region with some great family-friendly suburbs such as Port Pirie, but it does get extremely hot here in the summer with temperatures regularly over 40°C. Historically the region was reliant on the income from mines, but new industries are emerging here and a lot of regeneration is taking place. Property prices are extremely cheap here, so if you are moving to Australia on a budget, this could be a region to look into.
The average annual wage in Adelaide Australia is 101,000 AUD (£52,592)
The average lowest wage in Adelaide Australia is 13,700 AUD (£7,133)
The average hourly pay rate in Adelaide Australia is 49 AUD (£26)
What is the
Cost of Living in Adelaide Australia?
You would need about £3,032
per month in Adelaide to have the same standard of living as £4,700 would cost you in London.
You would need about £3,048
per month in Adelaide to have the same standard of living as £2,900 would cost you in Glasgow.
You would need about £2,997
per month in Adelaide to have the same standard of living as £2,900 would cost you in Cardiff.
You would need about £3,015
per month in Adelaide to have the same standard of living as £2,700 would cost you in Belfast.
What are the
Average Property Prices in Adelaide Australia?
The average property costs 542,947 AUD in Adelaide (£282,718)
The average weekly rental costs in Adelaide are 390 AUD (£203)
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from London to Adelaide?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from London to Adelaide
By Sea: £3,800-£4,500
By Air: £5,200-£6,400
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from London to Adelaide
By Sea: £4,900-£6,000
By Air: £8,400-£10,700
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Glasgow to Adelaide?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Glasgow to
Adelaide
By Sea: £3,700-£4,400
By Air: £5,200-£6,400
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Glasgow to Adelaide
By Sea: £4,900-£6,000
By Air: £8,400-£10,700
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Cardiff to Adelaide?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Cardiff to Adelaide
By Sea: £3,900-£4,600
By Air: £5,200-£6,400
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Cardiff to Adelaide
By Sea: £5,000-£6,200
By Air: £8,400-£10,700
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Belfast to Adelaide?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Belfast to
Adelaide
By Sea: £3,700-£4,400
By Air: £5,200-£6,400
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Belfast to Adelaide
By Sea: £4,900-£6,000
By Air: £8,400-£10,700
Moving to
Tasmania
Tasmania
If you are looking for an incredibly beautiful place to live with a very relaxed and laid-back lifestyle, then Tasmania could be your idea of heaven.
With over 1000 mountains, ancient rainforests, and some
stunning sandy beaches, going to live in Tasmania will allow you to live an
outdoor lifestyle and enjoy some wonderful leisure activities.
Expats moving to Tasmania will find that they are readily accepted by the locals who are extremely friendly, and many Brits have already made Tasmania their home.
The climate here is nowhere near as harsh as mainland
Australia and it rains more, but sunny skies are never far away, and the average
summer temperatures are below 40°C which suits many expats far better.
Unemployment is generally high, but for those with the right skills, there are jobs to be found.
Rent and house prices are some of the lowest in Australia. Locally
produced food is wonderfully fresh and cheap, although anything that needs to
be imported is expensive.
Expat families thinking of moving to Tasmania will find that
this is a great place to raise a family. The air is incredibly clean, the
nature is absolutely stunning, everything is local including shops, schools,
and hospitals, and there is very very little crime here.
Hobart is the capital of Tasmania and offers a relaxed city with every amenity you could need. There are four University and TasTAFE campuses with a good number of international students, and with the city being so friendly and welcoming to those who emigrate there, this is a city of mixed cultures.
Hobart is a port town and the harbourside is where you will find a great range of restaurants, cafes, and shops, as well as the weekly Salamanca Market. Hobart is surrounded by wonderful wilderness allowing you easy access to leisure activities.
Launceston is thought to be one of the oldest cities in Australia with beautiful old buildings and parks. Launceston is a small city but with a thriving cultural and festival scene, numerous restaurants, beautiful architecture, and excellent value for homes, this is a very desirable city in which to live
Devonport is a recreational seaside town with some great beaches and a high quality of life. With a population of only 20,000 that does not mean that it lacks amenities. Rich in maritime history, with Cradle Mountain dominating your wonderful views, and great café culture, this is an interesting town to consider making your home.
Other areas of Tasmania popular with British expats are
Kingsborough, Blackmans Bay, Kingston, Sandy Bay, and Taroona.
If you want a tranquil life in beautiful surroundings at a low cost, then Tasmania may be ideal for you.
The average wage in Hobart Australia is 63,200 AUD (£32,909)
The average hourly pay rate in Hobart Australia is 25 AUD (£13)
What is the
Cost of Living in Hobart Australia?
You would need about £3,131
per month in Hobart to have the same standard of living as £4,700
would cost you in London.
You would need about £3,148
per month in Hobart to have the same standard of living as £2,900
would cost you in Glasgow.
You would need about £3,095
per month in Hobart to have the same standard of living as £2,900
would cost you in Cardiff.
You would need about £3,114
per month in Hobart to have the same standard of living as £2,700
would cost you in Belfast.
What are the
Average Property Prices in Hobart Australia?
The average property costs 530,570 AUD in Hobart
The average weekly rental costs in Hobart are 460 AUD
How Much Does it Cost to Move from London to Hobart, Tasmania?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from London to Hobart
By Sea: £3,700-£4,400
By Air: £5,200-£6,400
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from London to Hobart
By Sea: £4,900-£6,000
By Air: £8,400-£10,700
How Much Does it Cost to Move from Glasgow to Hobart, Tasmania?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Glasgow to
Hobart
By Sea: £3,700-£4,400
By Air: £5,200-£6,400
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Glasgow to Hobart
By Sea: £4,900-£6,000
By Air: £8,400-£10,700
How Much Does it Cost to Move from Cardiff to Hobart, Tasmania?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Cardiff to Hobart
By Sea: £3,800-£4,600
By Air: £5,200-£6,400
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Cardiff to Hobart
By Sea: £5,000-£6,200
By Air: £8,400-£10,700
How Much Does it Cost to Move from Belfast to Hobart, Tasmania?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Belfast to
Hobart
By Sea: £3,700-£4,400
By Air: £5,200-£6,400
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Belfast to Hobart
By Sea: £4,900-£5,900
By Air: £8,400-£10,700
Moving to
Australian Capital Territory
Mount Arawang, ACT
Australian Capital Territory is not a state of Australia, it
is part of New South Wales, but being the home of the capital city of Canberra
it warrants a guide to itself.
Australia is famous for its beach life, one of the major reasons why many British expats emigrate here. So why would anyone be thinking of moving to Canberra or the Australian Capital Territory when it has absolutely no coastline at all, it is totally landlocked?
The pros of moving to ACT far outweigh the negatives. This a small territory with less than 500,000 residents, so if you want a quiet place to live, where the locals are super friendly, then that box is ticked.
Going to live in the Australian Capital Territory will give you a great quality of life, with Canberra often cited as having the best quality of life of any city in Australia.
If you would love to move to Australia but the extreme heat
of the summer in some states puts you off then ACT may be for you. Here you
will experience all four seasons, the winters are cold, and whilst the summers
are very hot, the humidity is low.
Keen anglers or sailing enthusiasts will have the wonderful Lake Burley Griffin that surrounds Canberra to indulge in their favourite pastime at. And if you want to get to the beach then Jervis Bay is only 90 minutes away.
Families moving to Canberra will find that the schools are excellent and there is also a world-class university here, the Australian National University. With many museums, art galleries, leisure facilities, great cafes and restaurants, spectacular scenery, and low crime rates, this is a great place to raise a family.
Expats in Canberra will find lots of interesting things to
do in their leisure time, there is the Australian War Memorial, National
Portrait Gallery, National Gallery of Australia, National Capital Exhibition,
Australian National Botanical Gardens, and the Museum of Australian Democracy
to name but a few highlights.
The stunning landscape and great weather encourage a healthy
outdoor lifestyle and there are many opportunities for cycling, hiking,
watersports, and winter sports.
And whilst renting a home can be difficult here, property prices are nowhere near as expensive as in some Australian cities, and compared to Sydney, are excellent value for money.
Canberra has a booming local economy with the lowest rate of
unemployment and one of the strongest job markets in Australia.
So for expats thinking of moving to Australia, the
Australian Central Territory has a lot of positives and offers a very relaxed,
safe, and high quality of life place to live.
The average annual wage in Canberra Australia is 97,300AUD (£50,665)
The average lowest wage in Canberra Australia is 13,200AUD (£6,873)
The average hourly pay rate in Canberra Australia is 47 AUD (£25)
What is the
Cost of Living in Canberra Australia?
You would need about £3,476
per month in Canberra to have the same standard of living as £4,700 would cost you in London.
You would need about £3,495
per month in Canberra to have the same standard of living as £2,900 would cost you in Glasgow.
You would need about £3,436
per month in Canberra to have the same standard of living as £2,900 would cost you in Cardiff.
You would need about £3,457
per month in Canberra to have the same standard of living as £2,700 would cost you in Belfast.
What are the
Average Property Prices in Canberra Australia?
The average property costs 788,621 AUD in Canberra (£410,463)
The average weekly rental costs in Canberra are 580 AUD (£302)
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from London to Canberra?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from London to
Canberra
By Sea: £3,500-£4,100
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from London to Canberra
By Sea: £4,600-£5,500
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Glasgow to Canberra?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Glasgow to Canberra
By Sea: £3,500-£4,100
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Glasgow to Canberra
By Sea: £4,600-£5,500
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Cardiff to Canberra?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Cardiff to
Canberra
By Sea: £3,600-£4,200
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Cardiff to Canberra
By Sea: £4,700-£5,700
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Belfast to Canberra?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Belfast to Canberra
By Sea: £3,500-£4,100
By Air: £4,800-£5,800
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Belfast to Canberra
By Sea: £4,500-£5,500
By Air: £7,800-£9,900
Moving to
the Northern Territory Australia
Olgas, Northern Territory
The Northern Territory of Australia has a lot to offer
expats looking for somewhere that has a relaxed lifestyle, stunning scenery, a
rich culture, great outdoor pursuits, and plenty of job opportunities.
Being the home to native Aboriginal people, where you will
find real Australian outback, where there are rock formations formed over
millions of years, where crocodiles are in their natural habitat and can be
found in over 50 parks, the Northern Territory is your quintessential rugged Australia.
There are many advantages of going to live in the Northern Territory, and families especially will find this a great place to move to.
Is the Northern Territory a good place to live? These are
just a few examples of why many expats choose to move to NT: The quality of
education is high, there is excellent healthcare, the great weather encourages
a healthy outdoor lifestyle, there are many national parks to explore and enjoy
such as Litchfield and Kakadu, there is no pollution, hardly any traffic, amazing
wildlife, and some of the best fishing to be found anywhere.
Darwin is the capital of the Northern Territory, with a population of about 120,000 people, it is a multicultural, vibrant city with a very laid-back lifestyle. The emphasis here is on a great work/life balance and living an outdoor lifestyle.
Commuting to Darwin is extremely easy, with no suburb more than a 20-minute drive away.
Bayview with its
stunning views and beautiful marina is the most prestigious suburb to live in
Darwin.
Roseberry is a very family-friendly suburb with great schools, shops, parks, and amenities.
Darwin Central
Business District is where all the best restaurants, cafes, and bars are.
It is a very trendy place for young professionals to relocate to.
The most affordable suburbs of Darwin are Millner and Coconut Grove, whilst the most expensive are Brinkin and Larrakeyah.
Whilst homes to buy and rent are very good value for money
and offer great investment potential, the cost of living in the Northern
Territory is fairly high due to its remoteness.
Job opportunities in the Northern Territory are varied and plentiful with defense, gas, oil, tourism, administration, management, and health sectors all offering employment here.
Going to live in the Northern Territory will give you a
great quality of life and where else can you live where you can get to Bali in
just a couple of hours for a weekend away?
www.theterritory.com.au has lots of useful information to help you emigrate to the Northern Territory
www.nt.gov.au Visit here to find out more about living in the Northern Territory.
What is the
Average Salary in Darwin Australia?
The average annual wage in Darwin Australia is 96,306 AUD (£50,148)
What is the
Cost of Living in Darwin Australia?
You would need about £3,394
per month in Darwin to have the same standard of living as £4,700
would cost you in London.
You would need about £3,412
per month in Darwin to have the same standard of living as £2,900
would cost you in Glasgow.
You would need about £3,355
per month in Darwin to have the same standard of living as £2,900
would cost you in Cardiff.
You would need about £3,375
per month in Darwin to have the same standard of living as £2,700
would cost you in Belfast.
What are the
Average Property Prices in Darwin Australia?
The average property costs 509,452 AUD in Darwin (£265,277)
The average weekly rental costs in Darwin are 495 AUD (£258)
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from London to Darwin?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from London to
Darwin
By Sea: £3,300-£3,900
By Air: £4,800-£5,800
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from London to Darwin
By Sea: £4,300-£5,200
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Glasgow to Darwin?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Glasgow to Darwin
By Sea: £3,300-£3,900
By Air: £4,800-£5,800
The average cost of moving a 3 bedroom home from Glasgow to
Darwin
By Sea: £4,300-£5,200
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Cardiff to Darwin?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Cardiff to
Darwin
By Sea: £3,400-£4,000
By Air: £4,800-£5,900
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Cardiff to Darwin
By Sea: £4,500-£5,400
By Air: £7,900-£9,900
How Much
Does it Cost to Move from Belfast to Darwin?
The average cost of moving a 1 bedroom home from Belfast to Darwin
By Sea: £3,300-£3,800
By Air: £3,800-£5,800
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom home from Belfast to Darwin
By Sea: £4,300-£5,200
By Air: £7,800-£9,900
The average cost of living data is taken from www.numbeo.com
How to Find
Good International Removals to Australia
Hobart, Tasmania
One of the deciding factors for moving to Australia for many
will be the relocation costs.
The average moving costs above are for the minimum amount of items for an average 1 or 3-bedroom home and does not include furniture.
To determine how much it will cost you to move to Australia
for your particular home you should request a quote from 3-4 reputable
international removal companies.
International home moves to Australia can be quite complex
and there is a lot to take into consideration. Having a good international
removal company to organise and facilitate your home move will make it so much
easier.
We would recommend that any international removal company
you are thinking of hiring is a member of one of the International Removal
Associations as members must adhere to certain quality controls and provide a
specific level of service. There is also the added advantage that the trade
associations will offer you an arbitration service should you need it.
It is also important to thoroughly read reviews for any
international mover you are thinking of hiring. You can also visit expat forums
and websites where you will also find lots of useful information about the best
international movers.
Must do: Read independently verified reviews of international movers
Even with the skills and knowledge of a good international removal company, there will still be things that you yourself will need to organise and arrange for your move to Australia, so be sure to visit our International Home Moving Advice section for lots of useful information and home moving tools.
Good luck in finding your idyllic home down under, and we hope you have a fantastic new life in Australia.
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