Poland70.71
Overall rating
Open country profilePoland vs. United Kingdom: Country Comparison
United Kingdom leads the overall rating with 72.98 points, ahead of Poland with 70.71 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Childcare Cost and BAC Limit (‰).
Poland
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
Poland scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Childcare Cost.
Poland scores clearly better than United Kingdom on BAC Limit (‰).
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Poland on Cash Payment Limit.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Poland on Same-Sex Legal Status.
Poland scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Public Transport Monthly Cost.
Poland scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Cocktail Price in a Bar.
Poland scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Soft Drink Price in a Market.
Poland scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports).
Categories Compared
Poland
74 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United Kingdom
78 points
| Topic | Poland | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 76 | 73 | Poland |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 81 | 87 | United Kingdom |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 72 | 70 | Poland |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 76 | 80 | United Kingdom |
| Legal Protection & Property | 64 | 77 | United Kingdom |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 71 | 76 | United Kingdom |
Poland
78 points
❤️ Health
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United Kingdom
81 points
| Topic | Poland | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 75 | 78 | United Kingdom |
| Environmental Health | 82 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 76 | 76 | Tie |
Poland
67 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United Kingdom
69 points
| Topic | Poland | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 57 | 50 | Poland |
| Investment & Capital Access | 72 | 76 | United Kingdom |
| Banking & Fintech | 68 | 78 | United Kingdom |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 60 | 68 | United Kingdom |
| Real Estate & Property | 77 | 59 | Poland |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 50 | 66 | United Kingdom |
| Macroeconomics | 75 | 70 | Poland |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 73 | 79 | United Kingdom |
Poland
67 points
🏠 Costs
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United Kingdom
44 points
| Topic | Poland | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 47 | 27 | Poland |
| Food & Basic Goods | 49 | 31 | Poland |
| Dining & Going Out | 78 | 42 | Poland |
| Mobility Costs | 71 | 42 | Poland |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 86 | 68 | Poland |
| Personal Services | 71 | 53 | Poland |
Poland
69 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United Kingdom
76 points
| Topic | Poland | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 71 | 81 | United Kingdom |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 58 | 70 | United Kingdom |
| Electricity & Energy | 73 | 74 | United Kingdom |
| Internet & Connectivity | 72 | 79 | United Kingdom |
| Public Transport | 74 | 75 | United Kingdom |
Poland
65 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United Kingdom
66 points
| Topic | Poland | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 61 | 69 | United Kingdom |
| Climate & Weather | 60 | 57 | Poland |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 55 | 48 | Poland |
| Leisure & Recreation | 75 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Arts & Entertainment | 70 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 63 | 65 | United Kingdom |
| Family-Friendly | 67 | 58 | Poland |
| Pet-Friendly | 68 | 62 | Poland |
Poland
72 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United Kingdom
86 points
| Topic | Poland | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 78 | 81 | United Kingdom |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 82 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 64 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 77 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 80 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Language & Integration | 60 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 56 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 68 | 84 | United Kingdom |
Poland
78 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United Kingdom
82 points
| Topic | Poland | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 80 | 91 | United Kingdom |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 84 | 94 | United Kingdom |
| Attractions & Activities | 77 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 68 | 72 | United Kingdom |
| Vacation Costs | 75 | 54 | Poland |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 86 | 90 | United Kingdom |
Poland
65 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United Kingdom
78 points
| Topic | Poland | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 72 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Education & Knowledge | 83 | 83 | Tie |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 61 | 64 | United Kingdom |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 63 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 52 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 72 | 88 | United Kingdom |
| Religion & Worldviews | 61 | 62 | United Kingdom |
| Demography | 48 | 60 | United Kingdom |