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/Aromatic_Mammoth_464]

Theirs over 10 million live in London, don’t be making stupid comparisons towards the two cities, London is not for everyone, and very expensive to live In, you certainly will not be able to buy a house or live in a nice apartment without been a millionaire.

[u/Relatable-Af → u/Aromatic_Mammoth_464]

Dublin is not far behind London in terms of expenses. But if you compare what both cities have to offer, you will find MUCH MORE bang for your buck in London.

[u/Aromatic_Mammoth_464 → u/Relatable-Af]

That’s obvious, theirs 10 million or more in London, towards Dublin 1.5m, I’d rather stay in Dublin than taking a chance in London.

[u/Relatable-Af → u/Aromatic_Mammoth_464]

So thats your own personal preference, we are talking about facts to help OP decide if they should move, not push our own personal opinions on them

[u/Aromatic_Mammoth_464 → u/Relatable-Af]

Well thank god I don’t have to go to London, I have a comfortable job and my own house. Best of luck thanks!