Australia has a much more laid-back culture than England. Australians are known for their mate ship and easy-going attitudes. There is a strong focus on enjoying life and having a good time. This doesn't mean that Australians don't work hard, but they definitely know how to enjoy their leisure time.
Housing Costs In Australia
Housing in Australia is much more expensive than the UK. Gathering sufficient funds for a deposit before securing an Australian salary can challenging.
Although Australia has not been immune from an increase in the cost of living in the past year, it has been much less severe and perhaps less noticeable, and the national median average salary is higher at $65,000 (£35,800) versus £33,000 in the UK in 2022.
In 2020 there were 1,093 road deaths in Australia (source: Department for Transport). This equates to 4.3 road deaths per 100,000 of population and compares to the UK average of 2.3 road deaths per 100,000 of population in 2020. Driving laws and regulations differ in each state/territory.
Australia has a much more laid-back culture than England. Australians are known for their mate ship and easy-going attitudes. There is a strong focus on enjoying life and having a good time. This doesn't mean that Australians don't work hard, but they definitely know how to enjoy their leisure time.
Living in Australia is much more affordable than in the UK. Moreover, Australia has a better economy, and the unemployment rate is also low, ensuring international students a job with almost no difficulties, making their transition and living in a new country easier.
Australia's GDP, which is roughly $1 trillion, is smaller than that of the United Kingdom. On the contrary, the UK's GDP is $2.4 trillion, yet Australia's low GDP fits well with its 24 million people, whereas the UK's 65 million people are spread thin.
Australia is a very safe country to visit. The country has a stable political system and a low crime rate, and Australians generally experience a safe lifestyle.
As Commonwealth realms, the two countries share a monarch, King Charles III, and are both active members within the Commonwealth of Nations. In 2006, British Prime Minister Tony Blair became the first British head of government to address the Australian Parliament. Australia maintains a High Commission in London.
Income taxes are lower in the UK due to the progressive rates of tax applying at higher levels of taxable income, but as the UK also has much higher medical contribution taxes than Australia, the UK taxpayer may end up with a higher overall tax burden.
As a study destination that has the second largest number of international students, the UK is much-preferred for its world-class teaching faculties and research facilities. Be it any discipline - business, design, or arts and science - the UK offers the best-in-class education to students worldwide.
The Better Life Index has described the UK as one of the best among developed countries for quality of life.
If you're making a permanent move to the UK and you're planning on working there then yes, you need a visa. However, it's worth mentioning that Australians can live in the UK visa-free for up to 6 months if they are going there as a tourist.
UK and Australia
One of the most notable differences between the British and Australians is that the former spend most of their time indoors, while the latter are people of the outdoors. Since Australia has a sunnier weather than the UK, people tend to participate more in sports and exploring the great outdoors.
Distance from family is often cited as the first disadvantage of living in Australia. Not only is it expensive to visit family, but it's also almost impossible to get there quickly in case of an emergency.
Australia's long been referred to as 'the lucky country' and now we can start saying we're one of the happiest countries in the world, too. The United Nation's 2023 World Happiness Index has just been released, and Australia has come in at a very cheery 12th position.
Sydney is — without a doubt — easier to live in because the wages are higher, especially in menial jobs. In contrast, Sydney doesn't compare to London's economic diversity. London is a genuine rival to New York City. It's a hub of media, finance, arts, entertainment, real estate, and law.
On a mean wealth basis, Australia was the fourth-richest country in 2021 behind Switzerland, the US and Hong Kong.
There are many reasons to move to Australia. It's an incredibly special place and perhaps due to its sheer size, it's one of the most diverse and exciting countries in the world when it comes to landscapes, flora and fauna. It's a country which prides itself on being fair and on giving everyone “a fair go”.
There are lots of reasons why the UK is an attractive prospect for Indian expats, including high standards of healthcare and education, and an established South Asian community. But there's a lot to think about when moving to a new country, including visas, bank accounts, and finding somewhere to live.
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