Torrevieja
British Community
Expat groups, social clubs, Facebook groups, where to meet other Brits
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Quick facts
- 4,708 British nationals registered in Torrevieja (Ayuntamiento, January 2025)
- Torrevieja has one of the most established British communities in Spain, though actual British-connected population is estimated higher than registered nationals
- English is widely spoken in commercial and service settings
- Multiple British clubs, social groups and businesses operate in the area
Torrevieja's British community is one of the largest and longest-established of any Spanish coastal town. The registered figure of 4,708 is an official minimum; the actual number of British-connected residents is widely estimated to be significantly higher.
Unlike some smaller resorts where the British presence is seasonal, Torrevieja has a substantial year-round British population. This creates a self-sustaining ecosystem of English-speaking services, social clubs, and businesses.
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