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Richmond upon Thames crowned happiest place to live in 2026


Now in its 15th year, our annual Happy at Home Index explores exactly what it is that makes people feel content about where they live, and highlights the happiest places in Great Britain for 2026.

  • Richmond Upon Thames tops the charts
  • Followed by Harrogate and Cirencester in 2nd and 3rd
  • More than 24,000 residents across 221 locations told Rightmove what they like about their area

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“We see it every week. Families are drawn to Richmond for its excellent schools and green spaces, and they stay for the strong sense of community. With Richmond Park and the Thames on the doorstep, a thriving town centre and plenty of places to eat, shop and spend time, it offers a quality of life that’s hard to match in London.

“Add in the easy journey into central London, and it’s easy to see why people are so happy to call Richmond home.”

Amy Reynolds
Head of Sales at Antony Roberts in Richmond
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