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United Kingdom

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

66.5 million
242,900 km2
English, Gaeli,
Pound Sterling ≈ $1.2754
Christianity

The United Kingdom is a country with deep traditions where the monarchy still exists. Formally, the British monarch is still the owner of Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and other countries. In the 18th century, one in four people lived in the territory of the British Empire.

Throughout its rich history, the United Kingdom has given the world a great number of notable people, whose names are known to all of us today. Here, driving is on the left side of the road. People still buy print newspapers in large numbers. They prefer tea over coffee. Today, London is rightly considered one of the most multicultural cities in the world. The capital will soon turn 2,000 years old. And it was here that the first underground railway in the world appeared.

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Happiness level
87
Happiness level
87

In terms of happiness, United Kingdom ranks 19 out of 136 countries in the World Happiness Report 2024. The indicator takes into account GDP per capita, life expectancy, sense of security, and public opinion survey results from residents of the countries.

Health index
82
Health index
82

Based on the Numbeo Health Index derived from user experience. In the 2024 ranking, United Kingdom is in 18 place according to this indicator among 94 countries. The index evaluates the quality, cost, accessibility of medical services, and the level of staff qualifications.

The cleanest air
81
The cleanest air
81

Air cleanliness reflects the environmental situation in the region. This factor is crucial. United Kingdom is ranked 25 among 125 countries based on the results of 2024.

Security of countries
43
Security of countries
43

The indicator is calculated based on the country safety rating from the Numbeo service. United Kingdom ranks 84 out of 146 in terms of safety according to a survey of real travelers who visited the country in 2024.

Life expectancy 80.7 years
81
Life expectancy
81

United Kingdom ranks 33 out of 235 countries in the world for life expectancy. This is a crucial indicator that has been evaluated by the United Nations since 1980.

Level of human freedom
88
Level of human freedom
88

United Kingdom ranks 20 out of 164 countries in the Human Freedom Index 2024 by the American Cato Institute and the Canadian Fraser Institute. The ranking evaluates personal, civil, and economic freedom in different countries based on 86 indicators.

The cost of living 64.5 USD
17
The cost of living
17

The cost of living assessment in United Kingdom, according to the Numbeo Index 2024, includes not only the cost of groceries, restaurants, and housing rent but also the purchasing power index. The indicator is conditional, as it is most often directly related to the income level of the population.

Unemployment rate 3.6 percent
77
Unemployment rate
77

The unemployment rate and the assessment of United Kingdom according to this indicator are based on data from the International Labour Organization from 2024. According to this indicator, the country ranks 43 out of 186 countries in the world.

Level of social progress
89
Level of social progress
89

The Social Progress Index assesses countries' achievements across 50 different indicators, and United Kingdom ranks 19 out of 168 countries in this rating for the year 2024.

Quality of citizenship
80
Quality of citizenship
80

The Citizenship Quality Ranking considers freedom of movement, human development index, GDP indicators, and openness to residency. United Kingdom ranks 10 out of 201 countries based on these criteria as of 2024.

Literacy rate
99
Literacy rate
99

Literacy rate directly influences the development of any country. Therefore, this indicator provides an understanding of the average level of education among citizens. United Kingdom ranks 22 out of 178 in terms of literacy rate.

Internet speed 53.96 Mbps
68
Internet speed
68

Internet speed indicates the level of technological development in the country, accessibility of information, and service quality. United Kingdom ranks 50 in the list of countries based on this indicator.

Mobile data price 0.62 USD
76
Mobile data price
76

The cost of mobile internet reflects its accessibility. When considering this indicator alongside internet speed, we can judge the quality of access to information. In 2024, United Kingdom ranks 57 out of 236 in this regard.

The United Kingdom is a sovereign state off the northwest coast of continental Europe, comprising England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. The country's territory consists of numerous small British islands, the island of Great Britain, and the northeastern part of the island of Ireland. The Isle of Man, Guernsey, and Jersey are formally not part of the country. However, the UK is responsible for their defense and international representation. The total area of the state is 247.5 thousand square kilometers. The United Kingdom has 14 overseas territories, the last remnants of the British Empire.

The currency of the country, the pound sterling, is considered one of the strongest in the world. The United Kingdom is a constitutional monarchy and a parliamentary democracy simultaneously. The country is headed by a king, but the actual power and responsibility for decision-making lies with the Prime Minister. Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland have their own governments with a range of powers. The capital of the United Kingdom is London.

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