THE UK is brimming with technological innovation. Whether it’s major brands and businesses pushing tech boundaries or innovative startups disrupting the market, Britain is a hotbed for tech reports TalkTalk.
And right across the country we’re seeing more towns and cities becoming tech hubs. These areas are packed with tech-related businesses and startups. They are locations that are thriving and appealing for tech workers to relocate to, with both job opportunities and well-paid salaries on offer. Plus, the best tech hubs balance this with quality of life too. Lower childcare costs, affordable gym memberships, food costs and rent are all things that make a great tech hub.
We researched a range of factors to find the best spots in the UK for new graduates or experienced tech industry professionals looking for a better quality of life. We looked at:
Average salaries
Job opportunities
Cost of living (including food, gym, utilities and childcare)
According to our research, the UK’s top tech hub is Harlow. Also in the top three are Slough and Bracknell.
All three towns are home to dedicated innovation hubs in place to help grow and nurture tech businesses, and provide tech employment opportunities in the local areas. These include Harlow Innovation Park, Plus X Innovation in Slough, and Bracknell Enterprise & Innovation Hub.
Each of these three towns also benefit from being close to London, in terms of the higher salaries on offer yet with a more affordable cost of living than the capital. Looking specifically at salaries for seven key tech jobs across our top three tech hubs, we can see the following averages:
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