Do you live in one of the top 10 happiest places to live in the UK?
. St Ives, Cornwall
The Cornish coastal town of St Ives bagged the top spot as the happiest place to live in the UK, coming in first on the Rightmove 2020 Happy at Home Index. The study, with over 21,000 respondents, found that coastal areas in general are where people feel the happiest. Photo: Shutterstock
. Skipton, Yorkshire & The Humber
Second is Skipton, in North Yorkshire. The study, now in its ninth year, asks residents to rank the area using ten happiest factors. These factors include things like how friendly the neighbours are, how good local services are, and the sense of belonging. Photo: Shutterstock
. Leamington Spa, West Midlands
Taking the third spot is Leamington Spa, in Warwickshire. The study has found that people are appreciating what’s on their doorstep more, with over a third of people stating that they now like their local area more than before. Photo: Shutterstock
9. Harrogate, Yorkshire & The Humber
In ninth place is Harrogate, in North Yorkshire. Other happiness measures used in the study also included artistic and cultural activities, and non-essential amenities such as shops and restaurants. Photo: Shutterstock
10. Richmond upon Thames, London
Just making the top ten list is Richmond upon Thames, in London. Richmond upon Thames has been named the happiest place to live in London for the sixth year in a row. In Richmond upon Thames, the average asking rent price for a two bed flat is £1,879 per calendar month. Photo: Shutterstock