8. Nottingham
A major city in the East Midlands, Nottingham regularly appears on these lists due to the affordability it can provide. The home of Robin Hood, Nottingham is also typically chosen for its easy access to golf courses amongst other leisure facilities. In terms of the city itself, the core is relatively contained with a wide variety on offer for residents, while surrounding suburbs and villages offer a more peaceful vibe.
Population: 787,610
Median House Value at Nottingham: £205,351
Median Monthly Rent at Nottingham: £893
Tip 6: Don’t pay unnecessary tax: Usually only the first 25% of a defined contribution pension is tax-free (the calculation for a defined benefit scheme will be different); the remaining 75% is taxed as earned income. Unfortunately, in recent years many people have found themselves paying more tax than they need to. For example, some people have taken their pension as a cash lump sum, not realising that it made them a higher-rate taxpayer.