Southsea named third best place to live in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight in online poll by Muddy Stilettos

The result comes from a poll conducted by lifestyle website Muddy Stilettos which asked more than 25,000 readers across 28 counties to choose the best locations to live outside of London with Winchester grabbing first place in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, followed by Lymington and then Southsea.

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Muddy Stilettos editor-in-chief Hero Brown said: ‘When people move out of London they are searching for more than just a house, they want to find a new lifestyle that works for them. This exclusive reader vote will give them a fresh perspective to make their search easier. It’s hard to be confident on whether a location is the right place for you, but we’ve built our reputation on having first-hand knowledge on the in-the-know places to go and things to do outside London.

‘This reader vote gives a truly independent view on the owns and villages with the most popular postcodes, schools, restaurants and amenities.’

The survey, which drew on the lifestyle site’s list of 250 top towns, cities and villages, was carried out in association with estate agents Strutt and Parker.

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Strutt and Parker head of regional agency Kate Eales said: ‘When it comes to where to live, more than ever people want a really vibrant and tight-knit community. It’s a trend that deepened during the pandemic and is likely to remain a leading factor for those looking to relocate, alongside the importance of excellent schools, commutability and local hotspots.’