PEOPLE in Worcester are happier than they were ten years ago according to new data.

A study by Paranimo found declines in life satisfaction in Wychavon and Wyre Forest, but an increase in happiness in Worcester. 

The data from the study showed that over the last ten years, the national average overall well-being dropped by just 0.34 per cent, while in Worcester it went up by 0.94 per cent. 

MP Robin Walker said: "It's always nice to be here.

"I've long believed Worcester is a great place to live, it has great schools, beautiful countryside, it's a city on the up.

"Obviously there is always more to do, dentistry for one is something we're focusing on at the moment, but I think Worcester does well in striking the balance for cost of living with our good public services and strong economy."

In life satisfaction percentage, Wychavon went down by 4.7 per cent, while Worcester and Wyre Forest stayed roughly the same. 

Happiness in Worcester grew by around 0.9 per cent, Wyre Forest grew by 2.5 per cent however, Wychavon again fell by 1.9 per cent. 

Taking the lead as the saddest place in the UK is Three Rivers in Hertfordshire, meanwhile Torridge, in Devon, takes the crown of the happiest place.