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Friendly Yorkshire market town crowned Britain’s happiest place to live
Hexham ranks tenth happiest in the UK, with residents valuing nature access, friendly neighbors, and increased happiness with age, survey of over 19,500 people shows.
- The lively market town of Skipton in North Yorkshire has been crowned the happiest place to live in 2025, according to an annual study by Rightmove.
- Residents of Skipton ranked it highly for its access to nature and green spaces, the friendliness of the people, and access to essential services such as schools.
- The study also revealed residents who live close to a national park or an area of outstanding natural beauty are typically happier than people who do not.
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The happiest place to live in Britain is a 'delightful' market town that truly 'has it all' – full list
Skipton in North Yorkshire has claimed the crown as Britain's happiest place to live for 2025, marking the first time the charming market town has reached the top spot
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Revealed: Britain's happiest places to live
People who live in a rural location are more likely to say they feel happy where they lived than urban and suburban dwellers. Riverside, woodland or coastal locations are also more likely to have happy residents.
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