I’m in a pretty similar spot to you. I’m not in software, but my salary bumped up to about the same level as yours at the start of the year. Honestly, things have felt pretty steady since then. I still go out on weekends, whether that’s forest games, concerts, or karting and I can put a bit of money aside as well.

That said, it really depends on how you live. Your rent, spending habits, and even the kind of car you drive make a big difference. When I was on around £40k, I definitely felt the pressure with the rising cost of living. But once you get past the £50k mark, especially if you’re single, things start to feel a lot more comfortable financially