Moving to New York from the UK

Moving to New York from the UK

Moving to New York from the UK – Moving to America from the UK is already a huge leap but moving to New York is an even more exciting and significant step. It’s the 11th largest city in the world based on population and it contains a bustling, eclectic set of cultures for you to explore. Settling into New York from the UK can be hectic though. Below, we explore how you can make the move as smooth as possible.

Finding a flat

Finding a flat can be an agonising decision. New York contains a huge number of different neighbourhoods spanning five massive boroughs. If you’re looking for a strong British community to help yourself fit in, The West Village, the Upper East Side in Manhattan and Park Slope and Boerum Hill in Brooklyn are all areas with relatively higher British populations. Rent can be costly: the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in New York, NY is currently $3,495. However, prices differ significantly based on the neighbourhood, so it’s worth researching beforehand. You can make the moving process calmer if you sort out your belongings and ship boxes over with a trusted service.

Getting around

One of the main considerations you’ll have when moving to a new city is how you’ll get around. If you’re moving to New York from the UK, it’s not practical to try and bring your car across or to immediately purchase a vehicle in the USA. Instead, you should be able to rely on the subway initially. The subway runs all across New York with 472 stops available. What’s more, it runs 24 hours a day and each ride carries a flat fee of $2.75 regardless of how far you travel. This should cover you in the city, but if you might be taking long journeys for work then it could be worth considering a car.

Budgeting

It’s also important to consider how you’ll manage your finances when you move to New York. Before you go, you should explore the services your bank offers in America – if it’s limited then it could be worth signing up with an American bank. Next, you should calculate your income to see what your budget is. From there, you should deduct essentials such as rent, utilities and groceries. Ideally, you’ll have enough left over for entertainment and for savings. You should also set aside an emergency fund to insulate you from any nasty surprises during your move – this should be a few months’ living costs.

Moving to New York can be a hugely exciting milestone in your life – but it can be stressful too. However, by following the advice above, you should be ready to make the move smoothly.

Poppy Watt

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