Revealed: The UK's Happiest Places to Live – Alan Partridge's Hometown Takes the Crown!

THE UK’s happiest places to live have been revealed – and Alan Partridge’s home city tops the list.

iconic comedic radio presenter lived in the place most voted to put a smile on your face, a survey found.

The happiest places to live in the UK have been revealedCredit: Furniturebox The survey was commissioned by FurnitureboxCredit: Furniturebox Alan Partridge’s home city topped the listCredit: Getty Images – Getty

But can you remember where the goofy DJ broadcast his chaotic show from?

Coogan’s first came to the public’s attention in 1991 when he played a sports presenter on BBC Radio 4’s On the Hour.

The actor moved to TV in 1994 and had his own show, Knowing Me, Knowing You.

Then in 1997 he was hailed for his own sitcom, I’m Alan Partridge, which won two BAFTAs.

But it has now been revealed Alan’s home city was also voted the happiest place to live in the UK.

was crowned winner out of 75 places across the UK, while Skipton in North Yorkshire ranked second.

The city, also the famous home of Delia Smith, boasts its historic cathedral and beautiful university.

It’s also the birthplace of iconic Colman’s mustard and known for highly rated state schools such as City of Norwich School and Charles Darwin Primary.

Elsewhere, Malvern in came in third, Nantwich in was fourth and Banbury in Oxfordshire placed fifth.

Skipton is a historic market town which offers tourists and locals the opportunity to explore lively stalls and much-loved pubs.

Excellent state secondary schools include Skipton Girls’ High School and The Skipton Academy.

Meanwhile, the spa town Malvern was rated highly for its famous healing spring water.

Research took into account various factors including schools, housing and attractions.

The poll surveyed 5,000 Brits and was commissioned by Furniturebox.

Norwich was crowned winner out of 75 places across the UKCredit: Furniturebox Research took into account various factors including schools, housing and attractionsCredit: Furniturebox The city, also the famous home of Delia Smith, boasts its historic cathedral and beautiful universityCredit: Furniturebox

A Furniturebox spokesperson said: “Norwich is the happiest place to live in the UK, narrowly beating Skipton in second place.

“Norwich is famous for its medieval history but what residents say they love most is the relaxed vibe, bike friendly environment, fantastic pubs and proximity to the Norfolk Broads and a stunning coastline.

“All 75 places on the list would have been worthy winners and show why the UK is such a wonderful place to live, loved by visitors from all over the world.

“Most of the locations in the top 75 are not the most affluent in their localities and have access to some affordable housing including Norwich which has the highest proportion of council housing of any city in the UK.

“The survey shows that the happiest places are not defined by wealth but by the quality of life within them.”

Furniturebox was founded by former school friends Monty George and Dan Beckles, both aged 27, ten years ago and is already a rival to Dunelm, Habitat and Ikea as one of the UK’s leading furniture brands.

George and Beckles are part of a new breed of ‘Gen Z entrepreneurs’ creating ecommerce businesses worth millions.

This comes after we revealed earlier this year some of

Neighbourhoods in , , and more featured in the list of Britain’s trendiest places.

The rankings were based on , education, , environment and lifestyle in The Sunday Times list.

Plus, we reported the much-mocked UK city that’s set to be huge next year according National Geographic.

Hull, is a port city in East that sits on the north bank of the river Humber.

National Geographic has named it as one of the best places in the entire world to visit next year, but it’s not always been so up and coming.

For example in Hull took top spot in the book Crap Towns: The 50 Worst Places to Live in the UK back in 2003.

However, it’s set to become more popular in 2026, and National Geographic mentioned that one of the reasons why is Hull’s investment into conserving its rich maritime .