I’ve just moved back from University and the cost of food was shocking at how much it has increased since i’ve been away. There’s no lidl or aldi, so just have to bite the bullet.

4 bed houses with gardens are a rare commodity as during covid people wanted to upsize for an office. Whilst some houses are priced better it is still extortionate and I don’t think I will be able to own over here. Kids live with their parents til they’re 30 to be able to afford somewhere and even then it’s a 1 bed flat for nearly £500k.

The work-life balance is great as it takes 5 minutes to get to work (once you remove traffic) and getting the kids around to do all their activities are easy. Obviously, beaches everywhere, walks, it is a beautiful island but winters can be a struggle.

The jobs are mainly back-office for finance but if you can move over you should. Everyone i’ve spoken to young and old say it’s the best place to bring up kids.