Dundee, Scotland. Very cheap yet charming property (if you avoid the housing schemes). Proximity to several good "Russel Group" universities (Edinburgh, Glasgow, St. Andrews, Aberdeen, Dundee). Thriving games industry- a lot of AAA games you might assume are American are actually made there. Commuting distance to Edinburgh where there is a bit more internet-focused tech, including regional offices for some of the larger tech companies. Lots of culture and scenery.

The locals don’t really speak english though...