Re-reading the OP I can't see anything that indicates getting a Class 1 medical. If a well-paid job in IT is on the cards, getting transport issues would be my priority, whilst starting the training somewhere. If it's club atmosphere and grass-roots flying that appeals, perhaps Andrewsfield is in reach?
If CaptainNobodyasyet has an ultimate goal in flying, such as aeros or farmstrip flying, or just a leaning towards recreational versus commercial ops, the route becomes clearer. It might be an idea to look into the NPPL option too, at least as a stepping stone. As someone here once said, Google is your friend.
There are as many opinions on here as registered users, so read them all and do your own thing.
But do it!