If you would like to live among some of the happiest people in the UK
, try renting or buying a property in the London borough of Richmond Upon Thames.
Research by the Department of Communities and Local Government revealed that Richmond residents are some of the most contented in the country giving the area they live in an approval rating of nearly 93 per cent.
One of the main factors that contribute towards this increased feeling of wellbeing is the large number of parks and open spaces which include many protected conservation areas.
Richmond Park, the largest of the Royal Parks in London, is one of the most beautiful areas within the borough and is best known for its hundreds of red and fallow deer which can be spotted all year round.
While Richmond Park might be a little way out of town, Richmond Green is an area of grassland near the centre that is framed by a beautiful mixture of period townhouses and historic buildings.
Legendary British Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli was so taken with the recreation area on first sight that he immediately wanted to live in the region which was built to provide accommodation for people serving or visiting Richmond Palace.
He once said that we was so enhanted with the area that we wanted to let his house and live there because it was equally charming in both summer and winter.
Richmond is not just all about the wide open green spaces and parkland as the local lifestyle also attracts people looking to rent or buy a property in south west London to move to the borough.
There is plenty of great shopping to be done in Richmond's main retail centre in The Quadrant which is dominated by independent boutiques and exclusive designer outlets although a few chain stores are represented.
Weekly farmers markets operate in the town centre producing organic and responsibly sourced food for residents that is also supplied to the nearby cafes, restaurants and pubs for diners to enjoy.
Those people looking for evening entertainment can wander down to the two cinemas or The Richmond Theatre where small productions are regularly performed while there are a few bars and nightclubs for the more energetic.
If you are keen to enjoy the lifestyle enjoyed by Richmond residents, then get in touch with south west London estate agents to discover what properties are available to buy and rent in the borough.