Isles of Scilly friendliest place in England, social division research finds
Summary
A new study ranked all 296 local areas in England by how friendly and connected people feel. The Isles of Scilly was named the friendliest place, while Barking and Dagenham ranked as the least friendly. The study aims to start a conversation about social connection and division in the UK.Key Facts
- The study used government data measuring neighbor interactions, loneliness, local pride, and community involvement.
- The Isles of Scilly topped the list as the friendliest place in England.
- Barking and Dagenham was rated the least friendly area.
- Other friendly areas include South Hams, West Devon, Derbyshire Dales, and Richmond upon Thames.
- The findings support a project called the National Conversation, inviting people to share experiences and views on social connection.
- The Independent Commission on Community and Cohesion will use survey results for a report on social division in the UK.
- The commission warns that factors like immigration issues, cost of living, and social media extremism worsen social disconnection.
- The National Conversation survey is open until the end of August for public input.
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