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UK vs Iberia cost of living
Real 2026 numbers across 10 Iberian destinations. Rent, utilities, groceries, eating out, transport, healthcare, leisure. Sourced from Numbeo, Eurostat, ONS.
2 people
Saved per month
£1,875
vs UK baseline
Per year
£22,500
Over 5 years
£112,500
Monthly breakdown (2 people)
| Category | London (Zone 2) | Valencia · Spain | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (2-bed) | £2,400 | £1,100 | −£1,300 |
| Utilities | £220 | £140 | −£80 |
| Groceries | £480 | £280 | −£200 |
| Eating out | £380 | £200 | −£180 |
| Transport | £180 | £55 | −£125 |
| Healthcare | £0 | £90 | +£90 |
| Leisure | £220 | £140 | −£80 |
| Total monthly | £3,880 | £2,005 | −£1,875 |
Estimates based on Numbeo 2026, Eurostat consumer price indices, and ONS UK statistics. Healthcare row reflects supplemental private cover typical for British expats.
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