Hong Kong70.07
Overall rating
Open country profileHong Kong vs. United Kingdom: Country Comparison
United Kingdom leads the overall rating with 72.98 points, ahead of Hong Kong with 70.07 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Dividend Tax Rate (%) and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Hong Kong
United Kingdom72.98
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Hong Kong scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Dividend Tax Rate (%).
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Hong Kong on UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Hong Kong on Paid Vacation Days.
Hong Kong scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Public Debt (% of GDP).
Hong Kong scores clearly better than United Kingdom on VAT / GST / Sales Tax Rate (%).
Hong Kong scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Driving License Cost ($).
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Hong Kong on Fertility Rate.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Hong Kong on Freedom of Political Expression.
Categories Compared
Hong Kong
70 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United Kingdom
78 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 80 | 73 | Hong Kong |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 85 | 87 | United Kingdom |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 50 | 70 | United Kingdom |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 36 | 80 | United Kingdom |
| Legal Protection & Property | 62 | 77 | United Kingdom |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 75 | 76 | United Kingdom |
Hong Kong
80 points
❤️ Health
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United Kingdom
81 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 77 | 78 | United Kingdom |
| Environmental Health | 77 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 84 | 76 | Hong Kong |
Hong Kong
78 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United Kingdom
69 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 87 | 50 | Hong Kong |
| Investment & Capital Access | 78 | 76 | Hong Kong |
| Banking & Fintech | 80 | 78 | Hong Kong |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 80 | 68 | Hong Kong |
| Real Estate & Property | 30 | 59 | United Kingdom |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 83 | 66 | Hong Kong |
| Macroeconomics | 85 | 70 | Hong Kong |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 82 | 79 | Hong Kong |
Hong Kong
47 points
🏠 Costs
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United Kingdom
44 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 39 | 27 | Hong Kong |
| Food & Basic Goods | 20 | 31 | United Kingdom |
| Dining & Going Out | 48 | 42 | Hong Kong |
| Mobility Costs | 47 | 42 | Hong Kong |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 79 | 68 | Hong Kong |
| Personal Services | 48 | 53 | United Kingdom |
Hong Kong
81 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United Kingdom
76 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 89 | 81 | Hong Kong |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 68 | 70 | United Kingdom |
| Electricity & Energy | 64 | 74 | United Kingdom |
| Internet & Connectivity | 98 | 79 | Hong Kong |
| Public Transport | 84 | 75 | Hong Kong |
Hong Kong
56 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United Kingdom
66 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 42 | 69 | United Kingdom |
| Climate & Weather | 59 | 57 | Hong Kong |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 52 | 48 | Hong Kong |
| Leisure & Recreation | 68 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Arts & Entertainment | 53 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 81 | 65 | Hong Kong |
| Family-Friendly | 51 | 58 | United Kingdom |
| Pet-Friendly | 43 | 62 | United Kingdom |
Hong Kong
78 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United Kingdom
86 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 81 | 81 | Tie |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 81 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 81 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 82 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 71 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Language & Integration | 81 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 60 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 76 | 84 | United Kingdom |
Hong Kong
80 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United Kingdom
82 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 89 | 91 | United Kingdom |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 92 | 94 | United Kingdom |
| Attractions & Activities | 80 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 73 | 72 | Hong Kong |
| Vacation Costs | 57 | 54 | Hong Kong |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 94 | 90 | Hong Kong |
Hong Kong
58 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United Kingdom
78 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 40 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Education & Knowledge | 81 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 52 | 64 | United Kingdom |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 60 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 52 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 64 | 88 | United Kingdom |
| Religion & Worldviews | 70 | 62 | Hong Kong |
| Demography | 50 | 60 | United Kingdom |