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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Vicky Shaw

The top ten ‘Best Places To Live in the UK’ according to The Sunday Times

  • Norwich has been crowned the UK's premier place to live in The Sunday Times's annual 'Best Places To Live' guide.
  • The Norfolk city earned its top spot for its distinctive blend of historic charm, vibrant urban atmosphere, and overall liveability, being the only location to feature in all 14 editions of the guide.
  • Judges lauded Norwich as a creative and cosmopolitan hub that retains a small-town feel, praising its 'green conscience and a warm heart' and its wealth of cultural attractions and independent businesses.
  • The guide rigorously assessed 72 locations based on various factors, including local schools, transport links, broadband speeds, amenities, and the vitality of the high street.
  • Alongside Norwich as the national winner, the guide also named 10 regional winners across the UK. They are: 1 (National winner) Norwich, Norfolk (East of England). 2 Malmesbury, Wiltshire (South-west England). 3 Skipton, North Yorkshire (North and north-east England). 4 Lindfield, West Sussex (South-east England). 5 The Malverns, Worcestershire (Midlands). 6 Usk, Monmouthshire (Wales). 7 Linlithgow, West Lothian (Scotland). 8 Ballycastle, Co Antrim (Northern Ireland). 9 Richmond, (London). 10 Altrincham, Greater Manchester (North-west England)

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