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Scottish Sun
4 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Britain's nosiest neighbourhoods revealed as survey ranks top curtain-twitching cities – how does your hometown rank?
Scroll to see how your hometown ranked WHO NOSE? Britain's nosiest neighbourhoods revealed as survey ranks top curtain-twitching cities – how does your hometown rank? Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE UK's nosiest neighbourhoods have been revealed, with a few surprising contenders nabbing top spots. A study saw 2,418 adults across cities throughout Britain and Northern Ireland scored and ranked on their curtain twitching tendencies. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 A study revealed the nosiest neighbourhoods in the UK 2 Many said they thought having a nosy neighbour was harmless It revealed Belfast, Worcester, and Brighton are home to the UK's nosiest neighbours. And the Northern Irish capital scored highest overall - ahead of Worcester, which came second, and Brighton and Hove, which came third. They were evaluated in six categories, including how often they look out their windows to observe their neighbours. Other considerations included how many neighbours they follow on social media, how many claim to know everyone on their street, and how many are members of neighbourhood WhatsApp groups. How many consider themselves to be nosy also informed the overall score, as did how many also think those living nearby are "curious". Commissioned by Škoda, the study found 35 per cent consider themselves to be nosy. Spokesperson Kirsten Stagg said: "Nosiness is practically a national sport in Britain. "Whether it's a new car on the driveway or a new family moving in, we can't help but take a peek. "Being a nosy neighbour isn't just harmless fun - it helps build safer, more connected communities and even sparks conversations, especially around new technology like electric cars." Out of everyone polled, it emerged the most common time for observing the neighbours is between 6pm and 8pm. DIY Privacy Fences: Affordable Garden Solutions And although nosiness is often considered to be a negative trait, it isn't necessarily a bad thing – 47 per cent believe being a nosy neighbour is harmless. While 34 per cent reckon it's a good thing, because it's helpful in cases of emergency, and helps keep the neighbourhood safe. With 35 per cent of the opinion it builds a stronger sense of community. The study also found through observation alone those polled have learnt very specific details about those living close by. These include what they do for a living, the time they leave for work, and where they shop based on their bags. They've also noticed deliveries being made, their workout schedule, and a new car on the driveway. The latter a subject those polled have a particular fascination with – 70 per cent know the colour of their neighbour's car. Almost half know the make, 35 per cent the model, and 15 per cent can even recall the registration. And if anyone living close-by was to purchase an electric vehicle (EV) that could also get curtains twitching – 16 per cent would be curious and want to know what it's like. While 14 per cent would be impressed by their green credentials and 22 per cent would support their decision. Carried out through OnePoll, the study commissioned by the makers of the all-electric Škoda Enyaq revealed how those polled perceive EV drivers and being eco-conscious came top. With tech savvy and trendy also common perceptions.
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
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- Daily Mirror
UK's 'nosiest' city revealed after being ranked on curtain twitching
A study has disclosed which cities in the UK have the nosiest neighbours - and if you suspect your local area is full of busybodies, it might not be in your head A study has revealed that Belfast is the nosiest city in Britain and Northern Ireland, beating Worcester and Brighton and Hove to the top spot. The research, which surveyed 2,418 adults across various cities, ranked participants based on their curtain twitching tendencies. Factors considered included how often they peeped out of their windows to observe their neighbours, the number of neighbours they followed on social media, and whether they knew everyone on their street. Membership in neighbourhood WhatsApp groups and self-identification as being nosy also contributed to the overall score. The study was commissioned by Škoda, which recently launched a TV advert celebrating the Great British nosy neighbour while challenging stereotypes around electric car drivers. According to the findings, 35% of respondents consider themselves to be nosy. Kirsten Stagg, a spokesperson for Škoda, said: "Nosiness is practically a national sport in Britain." She added: "Whether it's a new car on the driveway or a new family moving in, we can't help but take a peek." Stagg also suggested that being a nosy neighbour isn't just harmless fun - it helps build safer, more connected communities and even sparks conversations, especially around new technology like electric cars. The survey found that the most common time for observing the neighbours is between 6pm and 8pm (17%). While being nosy is often seen as a negative trait, it isn't necessarily a bad thing – 47% believe being a nosy neighbour is harmless. A good 34% reckon it's a positive attribute, as it can be helpful in emergencies (66%), and contributes to keeping the neighbourhood safe (62%). Moreover, 35% are of the opinion that it fosters a stronger sense of community. The study also revealed that through mere observation, those surveyed have learnt very specific details about their neighbours. These include their occupation (32%), their work schedule (28%), and even where they shop based on their bags (14%). They've also noticed deliveries being made (31%), their workout routine (9%), and a new car on the driveway (22%). Interestingly, the latter is a subject those polled have a particular fascination with – 70% know the colour of their neighbour's car. Almost half (45%) know the make, 35% the model, and 15% can even recall the registration. And if anyone living nearby was to purchase an electric vehicle (EV), that could also get curtains twitching – 16% would be curious and want to know what it's like. While 14% would be impressed by their green credentials and 22% would support their decision. A study conducted by OnePoll, commissioned by the creators of the all-electric Škoda Enyaq, has revealed how those surveyed perceive electric vehicle (EV) drivers. Being eco-conscious was the top perception at 22%, followed by tech-savvy at 15% and trendy at 12%. The noisiest cities in the UK have also been ranked: Belfast – 133 points. Worcester – 127 points. Brighton and Hove – 120 points. Leeds – 116.5 points. Birmingham – 109 points. Newcastle – 101.5 points. Swansea – 99.5 points. Edinburgh – 98 points. Chelmsford – 97.5 points. Cardiff – 97 points. London – 96 points. Coventry – 93.5 points. Leicester – 92 points. Wolverhampton – 85 points. Southampton – 84 points. Portsmouth – 82.5 points = Wrexham – 82.5 points. Gloucester – 82 points. Glasgow – 75.5 points. Bristol – 70 points. Liverpool – 68 points.
