Sweden76.52
Overall rating
Open country profileSweden vs. United Kingdom: Country Comparison
Sweden leads the overall rating with 76.52 points, ahead of United Kingdom with 72.98 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Childcare Cost and Forest Cover.
Sweden
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
Tie
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Sweden scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Childcare Cost.
Sweden scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Forest Cover.
Sweden scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Pension Replacement Rate.
Sweden scores clearly better than United Kingdom on BAC Limit (‰).
Sweden scores clearly better than United Kingdom on CO2 Intensity.
Sweden scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%).
Sweden scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Inheritance / Estate Tax Rate (%).
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Sweden on Heating & Gas Cost.
Categories Compared
Sweden
85 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United Kingdom
78 points
| Topic | Sweden | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 81 | 73 | Sweden |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 89 | 87 | Sweden |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 78 | 70 | Sweden |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 94 | 80 | Sweden |
| Legal Protection & Property | 85 | 77 | Sweden |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 85 | 76 | Sweden |
Sweden
86 points
❤️ Health
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United Kingdom
81 points
| Topic | Sweden | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 81 | 78 | Sweden |
| Environmental Health | 94 | 89 | Sweden |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 84 | 76 | Sweden |
Sweden
71 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United Kingdom
69 points
| Topic | Sweden | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 52 | 50 | Sweden |
| Investment & Capital Access | 82 | 76 | Sweden |
| Banking & Fintech | 74 | 78 | United Kingdom |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 56 | 68 | United Kingdom |
| Real Estate & Property | 63 | 59 | Sweden |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 67 | 66 | Sweden |
| Macroeconomics | 79 | 70 | Sweden |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 81 | 79 | Sweden |
Sweden
37 points
🏠 Costs
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United Kingdom
44 points
| Topic | Sweden | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 32 | 27 | Sweden |
| Food & Basic Goods | 17 | 31 | United Kingdom |
| Dining & Going Out | 25 | 42 | United Kingdom |
| Mobility Costs | 46 | 42 | Sweden |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 67 | 68 | United Kingdom |
| Personal Services | 36 | 53 | United Kingdom |
Sweden
84 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United Kingdom
76 points
| Topic | Sweden | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 76 | 81 | United Kingdom |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 79 | 70 | Sweden |
| Electricity & Energy | 90 | 74 | Sweden |
| Internet & Connectivity | 92 | 79 | Sweden |
| Public Transport | 86 | 75 | Sweden |
Sweden
71 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United Kingdom
66 points
| Topic | Sweden | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 74 | 69 | Sweden |
| Climate & Weather | 56 | 57 | United Kingdom |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 49 | 48 | Sweden |
| Leisure & Recreation | 91 | 85 | Sweden |
| Arts & Entertainment | 81 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 60 | 65 | United Kingdom |
| Family-Friendly | 91 | 58 | Sweden |
| Pet-Friendly | 67 | 62 | Sweden |
Sweden
85 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United Kingdom
86 points
| Topic | Sweden | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 88 | 81 | Sweden |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 85 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 76 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 95 | 89 | Sweden |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 87 | 83 | Sweden |
| Language & Integration | 73 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 91 | 85 | Sweden |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 93 | 84 | Sweden |
Sweden
81 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United Kingdom
82 points
| Topic | Sweden | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 94 | 91 | Sweden |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 95 | 94 | Sweden |
| Attractions & Activities | 83 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 71 | 72 | United Kingdom |
| Vacation Costs | 52 | 54 | United Kingdom |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 89 | 90 | United Kingdom |
Sweden
89 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United Kingdom
78 points
| Topic | Sweden | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 91 | 83 | Sweden |
| Education & Knowledge | 88 | 83 | Sweden |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 84 | 64 | Sweden |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 93 | 85 | Sweden |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 99 | 92 | Sweden |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 98 | 88 | Sweden |
| Religion & Worldviews | 82 | 62 | Sweden |
| Demography | 65 | 60 | Sweden |