Living in London | What to expect | Cost of living | Would I choose to live here again?

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  • čas přidán 7. 06. 2024
  • If you've ever wondered what it's like to live in London and what it costs, this video is for you!

Komentáře • 143

  • @danaishedzveta8126
    @danaishedzveta8126 Před 2 lety +1

    absolutely love love the consistency.. I enjoy your videos

  • @lethabom5971
    @lethabom5971 Před 2 lety +2

    This was a very helpful video. Thank you so much!

  • @babongilephionahmoyo753
    @babongilephionahmoyo753 Před 2 lety +1

    Love love the video..... So enlightening. Thanks for sharing

  • @nomakhwezibecker6185
    @nomakhwezibecker6185 Před 2 lety +4

    Thanks sisi ✨🌿 I’m moving that side for studies soon so it’s lovely to hear an all round perspective on London from a South African. All the best on you journey!

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před 2 lety

      Pleasure, I'm Zimbabwean though, but lived in SA for a couple of years 🤗🤗. All the best with your move!

  • @kwazimabhenaEOWoasis
    @kwazimabhenaEOWoasis Před 5 měsíci +1

    😂😂 “ Im not talking about British food” 😂😂 gosh that had me in stitches…totally agree!!

  • @karabochuene8826
    @karabochuene8826 Před rokem +4

    You did such an excellent job breaking it down. Very informative and very straight to the point. New subbie :)

  • @bakang5402
    @bakang5402 Před rokem +5

    Great video! 💕 I live in the North, and generally the further up North in England you are the cheaper the accommodation will be 🙌🏼 but down-side is it's much colder than London 😂 we can't have it all!

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před rokem +2

      Haha true that. I once visited Birmingham in winter and vowed never to ever do that again 😂

  • @Vlog_Media
    @Vlog_Media Před rokem +2

    The rent is incredibly expensive in London. Thanks for sharing this video!! It was very helpful.

  • @pelokazimasakane-godlwana60

    Thank you for this information, much appreciated.

  • @onalennanhema1573
    @onalennanhema1573 Před rokem

    Amazing informative video Nobue. Thank you so much for this

  • @flvtk
    @flvtk Před rokem +16

    Listening to all this as an American & not hearing any "red flags" worst than what I'm dealing with here & that includes cost of living. I'm more & more convinced everyday

  • @nozinhlemarozva4704
    @nozinhlemarozva4704 Před 2 lety

    Thanks Nobue, this was very helpful.

  • @getrudemaplanga8899
    @getrudemaplanga8899 Před 2 lety +2

    Beautiful Sis! I looove love love it!❤❤❤

  • @dalitsozulu1140
    @dalitsozulu1140 Před 8 měsíci

    Nicely put Nobue!

  • @neosechoaro9614
    @neosechoaro9614 Před rokem +11

    Thanks for the video Nobue. I am planning to move in the next 2 years after being Admitted as an Attorney here in South Africa. 2 years feels too far but I honestly can't wait!

  • @puriezeondy9425
    @puriezeondy9425 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Hey lovie, if you go towards south east London you'll find the african shops i.e. Peckham, Woolwich, Lewisham area have more than enough. Also, there's a butchers I can give for wors at much lower prices.

  • @mzukisingesi8529
    @mzukisingesi8529 Před rokem +11

    Currently living in the Netherlands, thinking of relocating to London..Thank you so much for sharing such important points but as for the weather, I don't think it can ever beat Netherlands shity weather..excuse the strong language 🙂

    • @PHlophe
      @PHlophe Před rokem

      the NL is actually nice. whereabout ur located. could it be the language that you have issues with ?

  • @tshimangadzonemaungani1341
    @tshimangadzonemaungani1341 Před 11 měsíci

    I just met your video today and so lovely, and I subscribed

  • @niwagabaabdulkarim2148
    @niwagabaabdulkarim2148 Před rokem +1

    ohh thanks lot madam khumalo really appreciate ur guidance .have been following u ,for recent months surely very many people are benefing alot in this blog am niwagaba from uganda ,have striving to get there and its some how stil hard but but have hope that one day will be like u guys and thinks its everyones dream to visit in uk..

  • @carlamorganamouramartinhor6737

    Great video - thanks for sharing.

  • @TheWizardKi
    @TheWizardKi Před rokem

    Hahaha thank you so much for the info ♥ and yay I saw myself at 6:34 😅

  • @harlyslamm2888
    @harlyslamm2888 Před 6 dny

    That photo in the background...magic

  • @letlotlomache1448
    @letlotlomache1448 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Thank you very much for this. It was truly insightful. Given that you made the video about a year ago, would you say that your final monthly living expenses of just below £2000 would have notched up?
    And, generally, how much would you average out the monthly living expenses of a couple (perhaps one similar to you and your husband)?

  • @Kagisosekgothudi
    @Kagisosekgothudi Před rokem

    Great video, thank you for the info

  • @pedroramonsz6725
    @pedroramonsz6725 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Thanks for sharing your experience Sz

  • @oduezechiamaka1089
    @oduezechiamaka1089 Před rokem

    You just got a new subscriber✌️👍👍

  • @thentamuhaus
    @thentamuhaus Před 2 lety +1

    Very informative video, thanks

  • @kingzoh6341
    @kingzoh6341 Před rokem

    Very imfoative Nobue . Thank You. am Considering to move to London as a musician.

  • @nombusoshongwe6045
    @nombusoshongwe6045 Před rokem +10

    Angisayi ndawo!!! I am so happy to see London from a South African perspective, I have been searching for South African in London bengilokhu ngithola abantu from different countries except South Africa.Planning to move next year for Social Work currently in USA 🇺🇸

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před rokem +3

      Hey hey, I'm actually Zimbabwean, just lived in SA for a couple of years before moving to London ❤️. All the best with your move!

    • @andiswasihlobo2101
      @andiswasihlobo2101 Před rokem

      ​@@NobueKhumalo

    • @NMas-rg8cc
      @NMas-rg8cc Před rokem

      Where in london do you live I'm in balham

    • @pearlmalinga3896
      @pearlmalinga3896 Před 8 měsíci

      I love London ❤

  • @auser4944
    @auser4944 Před 11 měsíci

    Good video from content, technical (lighting, editing) and the positive energy of the video.
    What did you use to add the text on the right side of the screen?

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před 11 měsíci

      hie I use Da Vinci Resolve. Thank you

  • @TayannaMerch
    @TayannaMerch Před 10 měsíci

    Thank you very much i love your accent

  • @fiefi_doobey
    @fiefi_doobey Před 2 lety +3

    This is a great video covering the true essence of living in London 🇬🇧. 💯 love it! Also, the British food 🤣😩😭

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před 2 lety +1

      Fie the British food breaks my heart repeatedly! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @nonhlanhlasibiya918
    @nonhlanhlasibiya918 Před rokem

    Thank you Nobu for such an informative vedio

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před rokem

      You’re very welcome. Thanks for watching 😊

  • @bongiwemsibi7561
    @bongiwemsibi7561 Před 2 lety

    Nice video and very informative 👍 👌

  • @briggittebuchanan9786
    @briggittebuchanan9786 Před rokem +2

    I am traveling to Europe starting with London in October; solo travel.

  • @malebo
    @malebo Před rokem

    New subbie..I’m gathering enough info before planning to move

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před rokem

      Welcome welcome! Hope this will be helpful

  • @Kaytee9302
    @Kaytee9302 Před 2 lety +1

    Hie Nobu...Any interesting holiday destinations? Would love a video on that😆🥰

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Kwando. London itself is a holiday destination, lol. Do you mean holiday destinations in the UK?

    • @Kaytee9302
      @Kaytee9302 Před 2 lety

      @@NobueKhumalo lol destination was e wrong word l guess l mean places e.g when u in Byo there is Matopos wildlife where there is canoeing, ziplining etc , overnight accommodation cost

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před 2 lety +2

      That is a Holiday in London video on its own, lol! I'll record one soon!😊

  • @ivymahori4519
    @ivymahori4519 Před 2 lety +2

    Great video! Thanks for the info, now we can start planning our vacations ….. of course after the rates normalize coz maaa’m😂😂😂 the conversions i’m doing in my head.
    What about hair dos and nail bars … you know African girly stuff🤗🙊😋

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před 2 lety

      😂 you're not the first to ask for this type of detail. I'll work on that!

  • @mamotshana
    @mamotshana Před rokem +1

    Hie Nobu...what commutable areas around London would you recommend for a couple starting up with a job offer in central London?

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před rokem

      Hi there - sorry I missed your comment. It depends on a lot of factors, your budget being the main one. If you want more affordable places your should move further out e.g. Essex, Surrey, Milton Keynes but the downside is that it will take you over an hour to get to work.

  • @shinealrhoda8514
    @shinealrhoda8514 Před rokem

    can you maybe do a video about london foods ?

  • @OscarineMlisana
    @OscarineMlisana Před rokem

    I'm a new subbie 🛎❤️🇬🇧

  • @mashrohingya9397
    @mashrohingya9397 Před 10 měsíci

    It’s called “high street” ❤

  • @bakingwithjade
    @bakingwithjade Před rokem +8

    Hi Sis. I'm planning on moving to London in June/July this year. I'll be using a visitors visa (6months) and staying with family so I was wondering how much would I need to save up to prove I can take care of myself whilst I'm there for those 6 months. ❤️🌺

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před rokem +8

      Hie, first of all don’t write that you will be there for 6months, otherwise you’ll need over £6000. Write something like 3 weeks and have about £1500 saved. They will still give you a 6months visa and you can stay as long as you want while it’s valid

    • @nomfundokhoza1378
      @nomfundokhoza1378 Před rokem +2

      I would love to move,can I come with you😅

    • @sindiswagwanya8954
      @sindiswagwanya8954 Před 8 měsíci

      Any advise what to pack I'll be moving that side from S.A

  • @carmentrabajo1007
    @carmentrabajo1007 Před rokem +1

    Please, Can you explsin the mesming of "Groove type of person"??

  • @tendaifushai5651
    @tendaifushai5651 Před 2 lety

    3 years already... wow...

  • @phillipmurashiki4568
    @phillipmurashiki4568 Před rokem

    Do an update

  • @memorygota5244
    @memorygota5244 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Nobu .. what do you use for filming

  • @honeydate
    @honeydate Před 11 měsíci +1

    The City is more ideal for a young person starting out. As the breadwinner of my family (3 kids and a working husband) I find the cost of living staggering! Nursery costs are a rip off and property rental another horror if you want to live privately.

  • @bigthangz5489
    @bigthangz5489 Před 2 lety

    Is there enough money to save and invest after paying monthly London expenses?
    I heard rent is high high.

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před 2 lety +3

      That's s very subjective question lol. It depends on what your job is and what you get paid. I'm a lawyer, my husband is an engineer so for us yes there is enough money to save and invest. Hope this helps

  • @user-vz3km6gv6p
    @user-vz3km6gv6p Před 2 lety

    We paid barely 600 for a 2 bedroom in south east london in 2007..surprising how much rent is now

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před 2 lety +1

      Long long time ago lol

    • @Ayano026
      @Ayano026 Před rokem

      I wish I moved to London in 2007🤣it’s now 3 times more

  • @qaqambangxangxa4594
    @qaqambangxangxa4594 Před 11 měsíci

    Hi I just started your videos and a bcom accounting first year student with an interest to do my article overseas in London mainly. Please help with some guidance 🙏

  • @ntandokazithabethe
    @ntandokazithabethe Před měsícem

    for the rent price, is that per month or it’s a per year amount?

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před měsícem

      It was per month. But that was 2 years ago, it has gone up ofcourse

  • @bigthangz5489
    @bigthangz5489 Před 2 lety

    Is it true in winter months the depression in london pushes up suicide rates ?

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před 2 lety +1

      Hey ...I don't know, lol. Could be true but I don't know for a fact

  • @cocobutter9242
    @cocobutter9242 Před měsícem

    Links of jobs to apply ...am from SA wanna come that site

  • @carmentrabajo1007
    @carmentrabajo1007 Před rokem

    Conuncill tax: HOW EXPENSIVE!! Doesn't exist in my country and it's cleaner😳😳 I hesr about DTUDENTS can not pay the Council taxes, IS It true???

  • @nasiphinombewu4618
    @nasiphinombewu4618 Před 2 lety +2

    This is very informative however I think I should stop converting because wow😂😂😂

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před 2 lety

      🤣🤣 your salary will also be as high as the costs, it balances out, it won't be a Rand equivalent salary lol.

    • @nombusoshongwe6045
      @nombusoshongwe6045 Před rokem +1

      I hate myself, I'm currently in USA .I convert everytime to SA rands ,the guilt after purchase 😔

  • @italianstallion9170
    @italianstallion9170 Před rokem +2

    London is very expensive not just to live but to survive. don't bother coming here unless you can hit the ground running on a salary of £45-55k per annum, don't have a family here unless you have a household income of at least £50k per annum plus £5k per annum, per child, plus adjustment for inflation, so 2 kids is £60,000 per annum

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před rokem +3

      That’s true. Best for high paying professional service jobs.

  • @1868MOB
    @1868MOB Před rokem +1

    U are beautiful 😍

  • @NMas-rg8cc
    @NMas-rg8cc Před rokem

    What is high road ?

    • @bakang5402
      @bakang5402 Před rokem +1

      Usually called 'the high street' 🙂 main street(s) where you'll find your local shops, banks, takeaway shops etc.

    • @chraziq8252
      @chraziq8252 Před rokem

      ​@@bakang5402 thanks

  • @zewabo1452
    @zewabo1452 Před rokem

    I’m wondering how one can live a high life in London with £2.66 a day for food. Just saying.

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před rokem

      It depends a lot on the career you are in. London is very comfortable for professional services like lawyers, auditors, accountants, engineers etc.

  • @nokuthabandlovu6095
    @nokuthabandlovu6095 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank u . Rent is to high

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před 2 lety +5

      It is, but so is the salary😉

    • @serignemasoursall8682
      @serignemasoursall8682 Před 2 lety

      @@NobueKhumalo what do u need for work ?

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před 2 lety

      @@serignemasoursall8682 hie...not sure I understand your question. Please rephrase?

  • @Ru_Right_Now
    @Ru_Right_Now Před 2 lety +3

    Ma'aaam what about getting a black girl's hair done???

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před 2 lety

      I don't 😂. Its expensive. I retouch my own hair and plait braids when I visit Zim/SA. I have not sat in a saloon in London in my three years here😂

    • @Ru_Right_Now
      @Ru_Right_Now Před 2 lety +1

      Nkosi yam🙆🏾‍♀️i will just be a wig queen coz wow

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před 2 lety +1

      😂 thing is I generally don't like braids and I prefer to retouch my own hair. Lots of my friends get braided though. I just don't have the interest. Its my hair or wigs for me.

    • @Ru_Right_Now
      @Ru_Right_Now Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks for this video. Very informative hey. In your next video plz talk about medical expenses too coz I'm really keen on hearing about that as well as work vibes..oh and church tooo chile..

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před 2 lety +1

      @@Ru_Right_Now I'll do that. Thank you ❤️

  • @shijianzheng6590
    @shijianzheng6590 Před rokem

    London has the most reliable public transport ever?! I tend to disagree....

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před rokem

      In the UK, yes it does. But yes, you are free to disagree

  • @user-yj2em2wi2s
    @user-yj2em2wi2s Před rokem

    Wonder what’s your salary 😮

    • @NobueKhumalo
      @NobueKhumalo  Před rokem +1

      Lol! My best kept secret

    • @user-yj2em2wi2s
      @user-yj2em2wi2s Před rokem +1

      @@NobueKhumalo 😂😂 at least give us a ball park figured because wow the cost of living is really high in the UK

  • @ivymahori4519
    @ivymahori4519 Před 2 lety +1

    And also …….
    A moment of silence for that glowing skin and beauty 🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @fikilemkhize5776
    @fikilemkhize5776 Před rokem

    I hate summer

  • @stevelam5898
    @stevelam5898 Před rokem

    Don't worry darling, uk housing prices will hopefully be around 2013-14 within the next two years. Hopefully.

  • @stevelam5898
    @stevelam5898 Před rokem

    Only those prices need to be doubled by 2023 😄

  • @stevelam5898
    @stevelam5898 Před rokem

    You are super-cute!

  • @stevelam5898
    @stevelam5898 Před rokem

    Stay in London for as much as you can. Definitely don't go between 20-30yo.