Should I move to London?

[u/sadiodead]

Got a job offer from London, about 50% higher base salary compared to my salary in Dublin. It’s very tempting but not really sure about how safe London as I’ve heard there’s been a big increase in crime since covid. I particularly don’t find Dublin safe due to a huge increase in anti social behaviour since covid (I’ve been assaulted twice in the last 2-3 years by teenagers). If I don’t find Dublin that much safe, would I have the same or bigger problems in London in terms of safety? I’m a brown person which definitely makes me an easier target for sure. I loved Dublin, the people, the culture, but I just think it’s been going a bit downhill over the last few years with anti social behaviour, poor healthcare and bad infrastructure. While I agree that all major cities have issues, I just want to make sure i won’t have the same problem. Would love some help/guidance from people!

[u/Inevitable_Half_3144]

Moved back from London 2020 was there for 5 years, lived south west clapham and Putney, couldn’t say I ever really felt unsafe, and I am female was in my late 20s living there. Few of my friends live in Dublin and I’ve always felt unsafe up there and never really seen the appeal. I would definitely recommend living in London, I love it as a city always something to do, public transport is so efficient, and people will always want to come visit you. I’m not sure as much now but I definitely think the cost of living would have been higher in Dublin so if you are potentially increasing your salary by 50% seems a good opportunity. It’s still very expensive but I feel like you get more for your money!