Living in Liverpool

As a city, Liverpool is diverse, energetic and exciting; with an abundance of attractions, there really is something for everyone.

The ultimate testimony to Liverpool’s vibrancy and development is the Capital of Culture accolade. Now, alongside its proud past, Liverpool has a bright future as a modern, cosmopolitan and premier European city with a world-beating reputation.

Liverpool is blessed with a thriving Maritime history and its undoubted influence is set to continue with the ambitious development of the Mersey Waterfront Regional Park – an exciting scheme which will harness yet more opportunities for the growth of the local economy, much of it in leisure and tourism. As well as a fantastic city-based experience, there is also a stunning natural environment on offer with natural parks and breathtaking countryside views.

With excellent shopping offering quirky independent boutiques, brilliant nightlife and all the great things to see and do culturally and artistically – Liverpool is certainly a world in one city!

Relocating? Liverpool is a great region in which to live, work and invest. Here are all the essentials you will need to know.

Transport

Lying at the geographical centre of the British Isles, over 400 million people across Europe are within 4 hours flight. Boasting excellent road and rail links, Liverpool is also the home to the John Lennon Airport which has recently undergone dramatic refurbishment and which is situated just 8 miles from the city centre.

Housing

Whether you’re attracted to the bright lights of the city or calm of the country, Liverpool can accommodate any lifestyle choice. The average house price is £138,269. Added to that, childcare costs are around £50 per week less than in London and weekly travel costs are less than half those in the capital.

Schools

There are a multitude of excellent state schools and a good selection of mixed and single sex options to choose from.

Entertainment

Live music venues, clubs, restaurants, cafes, and an enormous variety of drinking bars ranging from superb, traditional public houses to the latest designer-chic cafes and cabaret venues, all combine to make Liverpool's night scene one of the liveliest in the UK.

Links:

http://www.upmystreet.com/l/Liverpool.html
http://www.1001careers.com/midnw.html
http://www.liverpool.gov.uk/