Record Numbers of Britons Flee UK as Cost of Living Crisis Deepens

The UK’s cost-of-living crisis is pushing families to start over elsewhere. From Spain to Australia, where are they going—and why won’t they come back?

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2025 November 20 . 7:19 AM

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Record Numbers of Britons Flee UK as Cost of Living Crisis Deepens

A growing number of Britons are leaving the UK due to rising living costs. The trend of Britons relocating overseas has accelerated since the 2022 general election. Net emigration reached 116,000 in the year to September 2024, marking one of the highest exodus rates in recent years. While 2021 saw 283,000 departures—the previous peak—last year's numbers remain significantly elevated. The surge in emigration reflects both economic pressures and changing priorities among UK workers. With 257,000 citizens leaving in 2023 alone, the trend shows no signs of slowing. For those who have moved, lower costs, improved services, and greater flexibility abroad often outweigh the challenges of starting over in a new country.