# Spain still top spot for Brits retiring to Europe Author: Pal Sinha, Barnali Author URL: https://financedigest.com/author/pal-sinha-barnali Published: 2018-05-08 Category: LIFESTYLE Category URL: https://financedigest.com/category/lifestyle Meta Title: Retire in Style: Spain Named Top Location for British Expats Meta Description: Discover the Mediterranean sun, golf, and healthy living in Spain - the top choice for British expats according to the latest ONS data. Explore our stylish URL: https://financedigest.com/spain-still-top-spot-for-brits-retiring-to-europehtml ![undefined](https://prod.superblogcdn.com/site_cuid_cm5qst7v3003gwirgwqtxn8i8/images/spain-1736842755770-compressed.jpg) - **Spain confirmed as “most desirable location” by new ONS data** - **Retirees charmed by sunshine, swimming and golf, along with Mediterranean diet (Taylor Wimpey España)** - **41% of Brits in Spain aged 65 and above (ONS)** New figures from the Office for National Statistics have confirmed that Spain retains the top [spot when it comes](https://www.financedigest.com/being-aware-of-the-insurance-blind-spot-when-it-comes-to-driverless-cars.html "Being aware of the insurance blind spot when it comes to driverless cars") to Brits’ choice of European countries to which to move. [Spain accounted for an impressive 37% of all British](https://www.financedigest.com/what-brexit-mean-for-british-buyers-in-spain.html "WHAT BREXIT MEAN FOR BRITISH BUYERS IN SPAIN") citizens living in the EU (excluding those in the UK and Ireland) as at 1 January 2017, according to the newly released figures. ![Spain](https://prod.superblogcdn.com/site_cuid_cm5qst7v3003gwirgwqtxn8i8/images/spain-1736842755770-compressed.jpg) **“Spain continues to be the most desirable location for the three-quarters of a [million Brits](https://www.financedigest.com/new-research-suggests-over-13-million-brits-were-inadequately-managed-while-working-remotely.html "NEW RESEARCH SUGGESTS OVER 13 MILLION BRITS WERE INADEQUATELY MANAGED WHILE WORKING REMOTELY*") living in the EU.”** **_Jay Lindop, Deputy Director of Migration Statistics, Office for National Statistics_** While two thirds of Brits living in the EU are aged 15 to 64, Spain attracts an older demographic, with 41% of British expats there aged 65 and above. The high proportion reflects Spain’s appeal to those in their golden years – something which leading Spanish home builder [Taylor Wimpey Espana](https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Q7HrIqLLta76TGHhHMMo1x3zkQzqTfur6_fr0kTR2e37aWdb9Vzm19UKVf-4HJQIBtOsNh6bE6PeDJnchSt-pd8qfjG--aXbCMLAERz07ayRVbQ1vzfoQSqETgjOaC3btW9_FZYm_pP-9eGuMzkspDyDbh3DeSPKiO3kqz95fYC_WEzxUlsgIA==&c=GE6x_1w_sQ94q1aZBEac6tki-Il_XYwduiF_yL5KRE-IVtOCP2i5tw==&ch=i9_ExpdznCboybBynHhi2O5y4J84ypuVsgvWuLoIUpqQWTLt4u_4MA==) recognises well. The company’s stylish, thoughtfully designed [homes have been popular with older buyers for decades and remain so to this day](https://www.financedigest.com/greek-villagers-try-to-save-homes-as-wildfires-burn-for-eighth-day.html "Greek villagers try to save homes as wildfires burn for eighth day"). “Spain has so much to offer those who are retired or approaching retirement. The Mediterranean climate and diet are well suited to those looking for a healthy lifestyle, while the [medical system](https://www.financedigest.com/the-medical-oxygen-systems-market-to-cling-to-the-digitization.html "The Medical Oxygen Systems Market to cling to the digitization") here is also superb. Wellbeing is a [key issue and one that we build into all of our developments](https://www.financedigest.com/automotive-actuator-market-key-manufacturers-development-trends-and-competitive-analysis-2028.html "Automotive Actuator Market Key Manufacturers, Development Trends and Competitive Analysis 2028"), from their on-site pools for exercise and relaxation, to homes on golf courses for those looking to enjoy the benefits of regular activity as they age. ![Marc Pritchard](https://prod.superblogcdn.com/site_cuid_cm5qst7v3003gwirgwqtxn8i8/images/marc-pritchard-1736842755690-compressed.jpg) Marc Pritchard **_Marc Pritchard, Sales and Marketing Director of_** [**_Taylor Wimpey Espana_**](https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Q7HrIqLLta76TGHhHMMo1x3zkQzqTfur6_fr0kTR2e37aWdb9Vzm19UKVf-4HJQIBtOsNh6bE6PeDJnchSt-pd8qfjG--aXbCMLAERz07ayRVbQ1vzfoQSqETgjOaC3btW9_FZYm_pP-9eGuMzkspDyDbh3DeSPKiO3kqz95fYC_WEzxUlsgIA==&c=GE6x_1w_sQ94q1aZBEac6tki-Il_XYwduiF_yL5KRE-IVtOCP2i5tw==&ch=i9_ExpdznCboybBynHhi2O5y4J84ypuVsgvWuLoIUpqQWTLt4u_4MA==) A study by the University of Pittsburgh, University of Nevada and University of California on the effect of exercise on the brain as we age found that elderly adults who regularly walk longer distances suffer 50% less cognitive impairment than those who are less active. As such, the combination of world-class golf courses and plentiful sunshine that Spain offers is certainly conducive to a healthy lifestyle. At [Le Caprice](https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Q7HrIqLLta76TGHhHMMo1x3zkQzqTfur6_fr0kTR2e37aWdb9Vzm15sUAWKFgKTXWyom22BNUQdj6UNb8t0Yp9ZmwwkQ5i1edG3IjPyGv2b6ti5Lyl5pWzq6Pc7uUI-2Xymv9KtDmb3Ma5wuaUDy7b_DSop2-tegz0KP43tNGgFxfboflKdbgmMha9OBJTMuttPQOQT5HD3TTmYg-j6Ujr5n3J3bWCr-lk4LrRAV8lDxjanPwrqNqjKT_UQQ2RsGHkl0tgGQDxCDqK04_mXPCQ==&c=GE6x_1w_sQ94q1aZBEac6tki-Il_XYwduiF_yL5KRE-IVtOCP2i5tw==&ch=i9_ExpdznCboybBynHhi2O5y4J84ypuVsgvWuLoIUpqQWTLt4u_4MA==), in Benhavis, Marbella, residents can enjoy the natural light and beautiful views over the Westin La Quinta Golf Resort and Spa. The spacious, ground floor [homes with gardens and deluxe penthouses are set within a gated](https://www.financedigest.com/demand-for-secure-and-safer-home-environment-will-increased-revenue-sales-of-baby-gates-market.html "Demand For Secure And Safer Home Environment Will Increased Revenue Sales Of Baby Gates Market") community, providing a sense of serenity and security that Taylor Wimpey España has found suits older residents extremely well. The lush gardens and sizeable communal pool provide the ideal setting for a happy, healthy lifestyle, while the apartments themselves offer tasteful accommodation with plenty of room for visiting family members. ![spacious homes](https://prod.superblogcdn.com/site_cuid_cm5qst7v3003gwirgwqtxn8i8/images/spacious-homes-1736842755818-compressed.jpg) Meanwhile, keen golfers of all ages will be delighted by the bright, airy homes at the [Costa del Sol’s Green Golf.](https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Q7HrIqLLta76TGHhHMMo1x3zkQzqTfur6_fr0kTR2e37aWdb9Vzm16WjwbifvmCkf1mEsrus9goHh1AVHb195tmJc3vT3szgEqth41PKkIU4gMGHa7l50OtRNUQG66UB1pfkFxj9PmfQg7lNhAwlGcoWIVz5gxeH6aeRnZzdHzz-xvnOcEMmVKLtV79Qdlz8IVP2c-t13fwP6vyBTU6eQ2etQsm9Y9GB&c=GE6x_1w_sQ94q1aZBEac6tki-Il_XYwduiF_yL5KRE-IVtOCP2i5tw==&ch=i9_ExpdznCboybBynHhi2O5y4J84ypuVsgvWuLoIUpqQWTLt4u_4MA==) With panoramic views over Estepona Golf to the sea, few locations in Spain offer such an idyllic setting. The 48 houses all feature three bedrooms and three bathrooms, along with spacious terraces. Landscaped communal gardens and pools complete the impressive offering. WATCH VIDEO **“We design our homes to appeal to residents of all ages, from families with young children to retirees living alone or as couples. Generously proportioned terraces and spacious living areas mean that residents can enjoy the space as they wish, adapting its use to suit their particular lifestyle. We also take [care to locate our developments](https://www.financedigest.com/multi-functional-point-of-care-testing-market-growth-analysis-opportunities-trends-developments-and-forecast-to-2028.html "Multi-Functional Point Of Care Testing Market Growth Analysis, Opportunities, Trends, Developments, And Forecast to 2028") appropriately, with the proximity of shops, health centres, schools and other amenities factored in at an early stage.** ![Costa-del-Sol's-Green-Golf](https://prod.superblogcdn.com/site_cuid_cm5qst7v3003gwirgwqtxn8i8/images/costa-del-sols-green-golf-1736842755895-compressed.jpg) **“As [Spain remains the top](https://www.financedigest.com/algeria-regains-spot-as-spains-top-natural-gas-source-enagas.html "Algeria regains spot as Spain’s top natural gas source -Enagas") choice in Europe for Brits living overseas, it’s important to provide accommodation that suits their preferences and budgets.”** **_Marc Pritchard, [Sales and Marketing](https://www.financedigest.com/e-prescribing-market-sales-revenue-to-substantially-surge-in-the-next-ten-years.html "E-Prescribing Market Sales Revenue to Substantially Surge in the Next Ten Years") Director of Taylor Wimpey España_** ![Europe](https://prod.superblogcdn.com/site_cuid_cm5qst7v3003gwirgwqtxn8i8/images/europe-1736842755846-compressed.jpg) In total, some 293,500 British citizens live in Spain, according to the ONS figures. As the country maintains its popularity – with working-age Brits as [well as with retirees – so too will leading companies](https://www.financedigest.com/corporate-wellness-market-insights-by-leading-companies-and-emerging-growth-till-2026.html "Corporate Wellness Market Insights by Leading Companies and Emerging Growth Till 2026") like Taylor Wimpey España continue to provide the services that the British community in Spain demands. ![España](https://prod.superblogcdn.com/site_cuid_cm5qst7v3003gwirgwqtxn8i8/images/espana-1736842755824-compressed.jpg) --- This blog is powered by Superblog. Visit https://superblog.ai to know more. ---