Ever wondered where the happiest place to live and work in the UK is? Well, new research by job board CV-Library has revealed that seafront locations Brighton and Swansea are the best places to live if you want a great work/life balance.
The research found that people who live close to the beachfront in these two locations were happier compared to those who live in other cities, such as London, Glasgow and York.
Brighton took the overall winning spot, followed closely by Swansea and Glasgow. According to 74% of those surveyed, Brighton is one of the happiest places to live and work. Famed for its seaside views, vibrant culture, quaint shops and out-of-hours attractions, more Brits would choose this South Coast spot over other British locations.
The country's capital came in close to the bottom, despite those working in London earning on average £44,075 a year, compared to the national average of £34,943. Sheffield and Bournemouth were ranked as the least happiest cities to live in because of people disliking their jobs and lack of career progression.
It's important to ensure you have a good life/work balance to take care of your health and wellbeing. Find out which cities made the list below...
10 of the happiest cities to live and work in
- Brighton
- Swansea
- Glasgow
- York
- Lincoln
- Belfast
- Edinburgh
- Birmingham
- London
- Manchester
10 of the unhappiest cities to live and work in
- Sheffield
- Bournemouth
- Oxford
- Newcastle
- Southhampton
- Cambridge
- Liverpool
- Cardiff
- Bristol
- Nottingham
"No-one can be happy all the time, but being able to make the most of the good times and cope effectively when life does get tough is crucial. If you are struggling, it’s important to not only seek professional help or talk to your loved ones, but also to really consider what’s making you unhappy," Lee Biggins, founder and CEO of CV-Library explained to the Daily Mail.
"Make a list and try to think of solutions: maybe it’s time to find a new job, start a new hobby, or even take some time out to think about your goals."
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