The 25 cheapest, safest, and most scenic cities in the UK to retire to

Leeds' wide range of green spaces, pubs and cafes, and affordable housing make it one of Profile Financial's best cities, but its higher crime rate means it doesn't make it into the top 20. The average home in Leeds sells for £197,441 ($246,247).

Crime rate for 2016: 9,251

Number of cafes/pubs: 300

Number of parks/churches: 99

Nine coastal cities make it into Profile Financial's ranking of the best cities to retire to, including Portsmouth on England's south coast. The average home costs £214,492 ($267,513).

Crime rate for 2016: 2,895

Number of cafes/pubs: 288

Number of parks/churches: 48

Bristol's large number of parks and green spaces push the city into the top 25 for retirees. It is also the most expensive city in our list, with an average house price of £297,491 ($371,029).

Crime rate for 2016: 5,082

Number of cafes/pubs: 300

Number of parks/churches: 120

Coventry was named one of the happiest places to retire in 2016 by retailer Cotton Traders. The average home is worth an affordable £185,1666 ($230,938), while the city centre itself is lined with picturesque canals to walk by.

Crime rate for 2016: 2,687

Number of cafes/pubs: 187

Number of parks/churches: 81

It's filled with scenic churches and green spaces for countryside walks. Its lower crime rate and cheap housing — with an average cost of £181.631 ($226,529) – puts the Midlands city into the top 20.

Crime rate for 2016: 2,081

Number of cafes/pubs: 257

Number of parks/churches: 87

Low housing costs and a generous range of pubs and cafes make it one of the best retirement cities. The average home costs £137,862 ($171,941).

Crime rate for 2016: 3,317

Number of cafes/pubs: 227

Number of parks/churches: 63

Preston was named the best city to live and work in for 2016 by the Good Growth for Cities Index, but it's also a great place to retire. Housing is affordable, with an average house price of £172,329 ($214,928).

Crime rate for 2016: 1,999

Number of cafes/pubs: 150

Number of parks/churches: 62

In 2016, Newcastle was named the happiest place to live in the UK by the European Commission, and it's ideal for relocating when you retire. The city has an average house price of £196,296 ($244,819), as well as a huge range of bars, cafes and pubs to choose from.

Crime rate for 2016: 3,357

Number of cafes/pubs: 300

Number of parks/churches: 92

The average home in Hull is on the market for £125,805 ($156,903), making it one of the cheapest places on our list. The northern city has recently become a cultural hub in the UK. Hull was named 2017's City of Culture by the UK government, meaning there's plenty to do.

Crime rate for 2016: 3,357

Number of cafes/pubs: 242

Number of parks/churches: 28

The average house price in Swansea is £161,279 ($201,146). The Welsh city's coastal location, large number of parks and proximity to National Trust sites make it an idyllic place to retire.

Crime rate for 2016: 1,945

Number of cafes/pubs: 187

Number of parks/churches: 45

Plymouth's range of local amenities and affordable housing make it an ideal retirement spot on the coast. Prices average at around £194,789 ($242,940).

Crime rate for 2016: 2,506

Number of cafes/pubs: 232

Number of parks/churches: 68

In 2016, Norwich was named one of the friendliest UK cities to live in by comparethemarket.com, so it's no wonder it features in Profile Financial's retirement rankings. The average home in the Norfolk city costs £248,806 ($309,184).

Crime rate for 2016: 1,779

Number of cafes/pubs: 221

Number of parks/churches: 60

Dundee is one of the safest cities in our list, with a crime rating of 714. Housing is also cheap, with an average price of £158,446 ($196,921).

Crime rate for 2016: 714

Number of cafes/pubs: 146

Number of parks/churches: 38

Aberdeen is one of the 10 best cities to work in in the UK, according to 2016's Good Growth for Cities Index.

It's also one of the best — and safest — places to retire. The average house costs £225,374 ($280,065), and the city has one of the lowest crime rates in our list.

Crime rate for 2016: 999

Number of cafes/pubs: 168

Number of parks/churches: 64

Bradford has the cheapest house prices on our list, with an average of £125,476 ($155,925). It is also great for eating out, and has been named the Curry Capital of the UK for six consecutive years.

Crime rate for 2016: 6,381

Number of cafes/pubs: 266

Number of parks/churches: 114

Cardiff is the best Welsh city for retirees. It is home to Wales' national opera, orchestra, theatre and dance companies, and almost 300 licensed bars and pubs. With so many amenites on your doorstep, house prices are slightly higher with an average of £227,700 ($282,955).

Crime rate for 2016: 4,061

Number of cafes/pubs: 299

Number of parks/churches: 81

Leicester — which has an average house price of £201,417 ($250,295) — is ideal for history lovers and football fans. It is the burial place of Richard III, and is home to Leicester City F.C., the current reigning champions of the Premier League.

Crime rate for 2016: 3,415

Number of cafes/pubs: 294

Number of parks/churches: 91

In July, 2016, Nottingham was named one of the best places to work in Britain by job site Glassdoor. Its relatively low crime rate, range of pubs and affordable housing also makes it a convenient retirement city. The average house price is £178,973 ($223,214).

Crime rate for 2016:4,207

Number of cafes/pubs: 300

Number of parks/churches: 94

The average home in Manchester costs around £166,389 ($206,767). It has one of the highest crime rates in our list, but a combination of affordable housing, a wide range of bars and cafes and plenty of parks makes it one of the best retirement options.

Manchester is also home to the Green Corridor — a walking circuit made up of 14 routes which connect many of the green spaces and tree-lined streets around the city.

Crime rate for 2016: 8,636

Number of cafes/pubs: 300

Number of parks/churches: 191

Belfast is the best place in Northern Ireland for retirees, with a relatively low crime-rate and more than 240 cafes and pubs. The average home costs £190,675 ($236,946).

Crime rate for 2016: 4,347

Number of cafes/pubs: 242

Number of parks/churches: 98

Liverpool is famously known as the birthplace of the Beatles. There is a thriving student population, but the city is also great for those wanting to retire. Homes in Liverpool are more affordable than many places in the UK, with an average house price of £156,164 ($194,060).

Crime rate for 2016: 5,835

Number of cafes/pubs: 300

Number of parks/churches: 143

Glasgow is the city with the largest amount of golf courses on our list. The average house price in this picturesque city is £175,219 ($217,739).

Crime rate for 2016: 3,972

Number of cafes/pubs: 300

Number of parks/churches: 162

Edinburgh is the best retirement hotspot in Scotland, which is reflected in the higher average house price of £270,614 ($336,284). The Scottish capital is famous for the Edinburgh Festival, which brings in authors, comedians, musicians and artists from all over the world every summer.

Crime rate for 2016: 2,985

Number of cafes/pubs: 300

Number of parks/churches: 118

Birmingham is officially the best place in the UK to retire to. The average house in the city is on the market for £174,491 ($216,835), while Birmingham is also home to the most cinemas and pubs on our list, according to Profile Financial.

Crime rate for 2016: 10,269

Number of cafes/pubs: 561

Number of parks/churches: 239