Then, as expected, London wins out in terms of art and culture. The amount of theatres, bookstores, galleries and venues is incomparable, outdoing our own arts and culture by sheer volume. Along with this comes a far more impressive and diverse nightlife, with things to do in all areas, at any time, carrying later into the night than Sydney’s 3am lock outs. Overall, London is far denser and better connected than Greater Sydney; commute times tend to prove faster as the tube is direct, frequent and easy to navigate. Not to mention the fact that Europe and North Africa are all just a 3-hour flight away, a fact that will never not be insane to me. Fly three hours from Sydney and you might just reach New Zealand.

Back home, London also tends to be associated with crazy expense. But taking a look at the cost of living in Sydney, it’s not too big of a hike. Rent and transport are higher whilst groceries are a little cheaper… although you have to search harder for the fresh fruit and veg. Opting to cycle can save you a considerable amount, and with the buzz of such a vibrant city, fraught with opportunity and inspiring proximity to the rest of the world, it’s completely worth it.

In terms of work I’ve found Sydney to have more of a work-to-live mentality. London, meanwhile, is a hub of opportunity with businesses alive with innovation, being home to many successful start-ups. People here are driven and ambitious.