Have you tried living in the UK? I'm from Sweden and frequently visit make long visits for work.
There is no way I could live there for prolonged times. YMMV.
I haven't tried yet, but I have loads of expat friends that are living there right now.
The UK experience varies quite a lot depending on the details. It helps to have a bit of money so you can buy a house or similar. Also personally I like london but find middle of nowhere England boring.