Sunny Skies, Higher Salary, and Lower Energy Costs: Why 2023 is the Best Time to Migrate to Australia
As reported recently in the Evening Standard, Western Australia is trying to attract Teachers, Police Officers, Engineers, Nurses, Doctors, and a range of other workers to fill a 30,000 skilled worker shortage. The situation is the same all over Australia, a country that is currently enjoying a post-covid boom and needs skilled workers to fuel the growing economy.
Australia has long been known for its vast expanse of beautiful beaches and friendly culture. But Australia also offers numerous economic and lifestyle benefits for those looking to make the move. With the recent strikes, spiking energy costs, inflation, and talk of a long recession affecting the UK, here are some reasons why 2023 is the year to get away from it all and move to Australia.
Higher Wages
One of the key reasons that many Brits choose to migrate to Australia is the higher average salary compared to the UK. In Australia, the average annual salary is around $82,000 AUD (approximately £44,000 GBP), which is significantly higher than the UK average of around £30,000 GBP. This higher income no doubt provides for a better standard of living and financial freedom for Australians.
In Western Australia for example, Nurses earn 60 percent more than their counterparts in the UK, with Care Workers earning double their pay. According to the article, here are some of the jobs on offer in Western Australia and how their pay compares to the average UK pay.
Source: Hunter, M 2023, ‘‘We are here to steal your workers’: Londoners to be offered new life Down Under’, Evening Standard, 18 February, accessed 19 February 2023, <https://www.standard.co.uk/business/business-news/london-key-workers-new-life-western-australia-perth-b1060567.html>Better lifestyle
In addition to higher salaries, Australia also offers a better standard of living for many. The country consistently ranks highly in international indices for quality of life, with clean cities, low crime rates, excellent healthcare, and education systems.
This high quality of life is further amplified by Australia’s mild and pleasant weather, which is a stark contrast to the often cold and wintry weather in the UK. Sydney’s average temperature ranges from 16 to 26 degrees, compared to London’s average temperature of 11 degrees.
Australia’s capital cities boast an average of 200 - 300 sunny days a year, compared to the UK’s average of 62 days. With plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures year-round, Australians have more opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities and embrace an active lifestyle.
Lower energy cost
Another key advantage of living in Australia is the lower cost of energy. As reported in the Standard, average Australian houses are more than double the size of British homes, yet the average Australian household bill is only half the UK’s government’s capped rate. While UK families are dealing with the double whammy of soaring cost of living and household bills, Australians are enjoying a more comfortable lifestyle without worrying about the high cost of energy.
Overall, migrating to Australia offers numerous advantages for Brits looking for a better quality of life, higher income, and more pleasant weather. With strong post-covid economic growth, continuous high standard of living, and demand for skilled workers, Australia presents a welcoming opportunity for those looking to make a fresh start and pursue new opportunities.
The skilled migration visa process is thorough but potentially worthwhile for those who want to work and live in Australia long term. To see if your skills are in demand in Australia and see what permanent resident visa options are available for you, get in touch with us for a free initial consultation.
The Australian government has more than tripled the number of permanent resident visas available through the Skilled Migration option. To find out more, refer to our guide on why 2023 is the best year to apply for skilled migration (Subclass 189) visa to Australia.
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