Bandung Scores

  • Internet: The Internet speed in Bandung is fine.
  • Female friendly: Women are still not only dependent on the will of men, but also systematically continue to be subjected to humiliation and discrimination on the basis of gender.

  • Education: Secondary and higher education institutions provide a very mediocre level of knowledge, which indicates the need to reform them and introduce new, more effective programs and trained teachers.

  • Racial tolerance: Many refugees, migrants or people with migratory backgrounds are subject to racism and discrimination.

  • Traffic safety: Terrible road conditions, traffic in Bandung is extremely difficult.

  • Level of happiness: The level of happiness and life satisfaction among the local population is quite average.

  • Quality of life: Bandung performs above average in subjective well-being, jobs and wages, income and well-being, health, social connections, environmental quality, education and skills, work and leisure balance, housing and personal safety.

  • LGBTQ friendly: The majority of respondents in Bandung are against equal rights for gays and lesbians.

  • Expenses: The average monthly expenses of the average resident is pretty low and around $800.
  • Entertainment: There are many interesting places, where you can take a fun with your friends or to spend romantic date.

  • Air quality:
  • Walkability: The area of Bandung is perfect for walking. There are a lot of quality walking paths, sidewalks. Traffic and road conditions are good organized.

  • Freedom of speech: People have full access to free media for accurate information and analysis. Journalists in most cases do their jobs without fear of detention or restraints.

  • Startup friendly: Unfortunately, startup score is pretty low. Most startups struggle due to different obstacles.

  • Workspaces: There is an great environment for working and lots of great coworking spots in Bandung.

  • English: It will not be easy to communicate in Bandung directly with the locals – few people speak English, except for the staff of large hotels and restaurants.

  • Fits for families: Unfortunately, Bandung does not provide the necessary infrastructure for families with children. There are no children’s entertainment centers, mini-clubs, children’s pools, etc.

  • Friendliness to outsiders: The attitude towards foreigners is often open and friendly, but not overly intrusive.

  • Healthcare: The level of local medical institutions is very low, there are no modern clinics. There is a certain lack of modern medical equipment and qualified personnel.

  • Free WiFi: Free wi-fi is available in almost all hotels, but its speed raises many questions. In cafes and restaurants, you sometimes have to pay for an Internet connection.

  • Income: Unfortunately, the local population in Bandung has very low salaries as low as $300 a month.
  • Safety: According to the criterion of calmness, safety and peacefulness of the inhabitants, the situation in Bandung is perfect.
  • Nightlife: The nightlife is quite low. You will have to organize the evening in a different way.