Why Luton needs to ignore pointless ‘worst places’ to live polls

Once again, Luton has been voted as one of the worst places to live in England. The good news for Luton is that most people understand these unofficial worst places polls are pointless and misleading.

Why ‘worst places’ to live polls are pointless

• The sample sizes are far too small. In the case of the latest 2022 worst places to live survey, the sample size is 0.16% of the population.
• Moaning/complaining about the area you live in is quintessentially British
• It is unclear if the voters live in the areas they voted for
• The comments are obviously given in jest
• Polls like this are considered click bait as they generate a lot of traffic

Aside from all the points above, ‘worst places’ to live reviews are often counterproductive. What is a great area for one person is not necessary a great area for another. Some love city life and some prefer outdoor spaces. We are all different and have different views on what makes a great place to live. And this is why these ‘worst places’ to live reviews are often counterproductive. Rather than focusing on the positive, they focus on negatives to create this yearly ‘worst places’ to live chart.

David Lloyd Luton

Luton is a nice place to live for many reasons

These reasons range from a combination of affordable properties, great transport links to the capital and excellent schools. Alongside excellent links to the capital, living in Luton also offers locals a range of excellent things to do!

• Keeping fit in Luton – From David Lloyd to Virgin Active and a host of budget friendly gyms, Luton residents keeping active and fit in Luton
• Entertainment in Luton – If you fancy watching Spiderman at Luton Cineworld or visiting Luton’s Hat District for theatre productions, live comedy, or live music, one thing you won’t be is bored.
• Outdoor activities – From the Land Rover Experience at the Luton Hoo Estate to Whipsnade Zoo, there is plenty to see and do in and around Luton.

Luton Hoo Estate

Our top five reasons Luton is a great place to live

1. A unique sense of Lutonian pride. It could be supporting the Hatters at Kenilworth Road or supporting new businesses in the area. Luton residents really like to support the cause.
2. A diverse population. One of Luton’s greatest strengths is it diversity
3. Great transport links in all directions
4. There is a lot to do in and around Luton if you look
5. Luton is affordable thanks to a wide range of independent businesses.