10 Best Cities To Live In The UK For Young Adults

Life after uni? Don't sweat it. We've got the best places for young adults to live in the UK.

Have you seen the prices of buying a house or renting? Who even has that much money to spare?

When you're at university, you're likely to be dreaming of life after the shackles of education. But, the reality is, life can be pretty expensive, especially for housing.

With the cost of living crisis, cities across the UK have seen a steep increase in the costs of renting, dining out, public transport, and more. This can be super challenging for young people who are trying to decide where to live and work, as the unpredictable costs of living can have a huge impact on your overall happiness.

Luckily, thanks to research from Comparethemarket, it's easier than ever to see the top cities for young people in the UK based on the number of jobs available, the number of pubs (priorities eh?), the cost of renting, and much more.

If you're not leaving uni yet and are looking for student housing, make sure to check out what to ask when viewing student houses to find the right fit for you. And to keep your house argument-free, we've got the ultimate guide to student household bills so no-one is left not paying their dues.

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The world really is your oyster. Coastal living, mountain hibernation, city dwelling; you really have the whole country to choose from when deciding where to live. But, we've made it easier for you to choose. Invite us to the house warming party, thanks!

10 best cities for young adults in the UK

1. Nottingham

• Percentage of total population aged 18-30: 28.23%

• Number of jobs listed: 2,719

• Cost of a monthly transportation pass: £60

• Average cost of a meal: £12

• Number of bars and pubs: 119

• Average cost of rent per month: £947

2. Southampton

• Percentage of total population aged 18-30: 23.63%

• Number of jobs listed: 1,038

• Cost of a monthly transportation pass: £55

• Average cost of a meal: £11.47

• Number of bars and pubs: 95

• Average cost of rent per month: £1,121

3. Coventry

• Percentage of total population aged 18-30: 21.03%

• Number of jobs listed: 995

• Cost of a monthly transportation pass: £50

• Average cost of a meal: £10

• Number of bars and pubs: 64

• Average cost of rent per month: £987

4. Newcastle upon Tyne

• Percentage of total population aged 18-30: 25.69%

• Number of jobs listed: 1,360

• Cost of a monthly transportation pass: £72

• Average cost of a meal: £14

• Number of bars and pubs: 120

• Average cost of rent per month: £1,036

5. Bradford

• Percentage of total population aged 18-30: 16.30%

• Number of jobs listed: 640

• Cost of a monthly transportation pass: £57.40

• Average cost of a meal: £10

• Number of bars and pubs: 182

• Average cost of rent per month: £773

6. Plymouth

• Percentage of total population aged 18-30: 18.82%

• Number of jobs listed: 727

• Cost of a monthly transportation pass: £55

• Average cost of a meal: £10

• Number of bars and pubs: 27

• Average cost of rent per month: £930

7. Luton

• Percentage of total population aged 18-30: 18.20%

• Number of jobs listed: 465

• Cost of a monthly transportation pass: £63

• Average cost of a meal: £12

• Number of bars and pubs: 72

• Average cost of rent per month: £1,083

8. Kingston upon Hull

• Percentage of total population aged 18-30: 18.60%

• Number of jobs listed: 779

• Cost of a monthly transportation pass: £56.52

• Average cost of a meal: £10.50

• Number of bars and pubs: 43

• Average cost of rent per month: £452.50

9. Birmingham

• Percentage of total population aged 18-30: 20.05%

• Number of jobs listed: 3,205

• Cost of a monthly transportation pass: £57.50

• Average cost of a meal: £11.20

• Number of bars and pubs: 200

• Average cost of rent per month: £789

10. Sheffield

• Percentage of total population aged 18-30: 20.91%

• Number of jobs listed: 1,260

• Cost of a monthly transportation pass: £73.91

• Average cost of a meal: £11

• Number of bars and pubs: 103

• Average cost of rent per month: £877

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