Bustling commuter town named among the most stressful places to live in England

A busy and popular commuter in the UK has been named among the most stressful places to live in England.

New data has revealed that one town in Essex is experiencing higher stress levels than most, ranking as the second most stressed town in all of England and Wales, reports .

The data analysed by reviewed the 60 largest towns and cities in England and Wales based on 11 key stress indicators.

Data ranging from the percentage of the population that worked from home, the number of people that travelled more than 10 kilometres to work, divorce rates in the area, childcare costs to the number of internet searches where people were worried about debt.

Basildon, a bustling town in Essex, ranks second only to Doncaster as one of the most stressed towns in England and Wales.

With one of the country’s most reliable train lines, Basildon is a popular spot for commuters working in , and its lively town center offers plenty of activities.

But why are its residents feeling so stressed?

The data suggests that long commutes are a major factor, as many Basildon residents travel significant distances to work, disrupting their all-important work-life balance.

Additionally, Basildon has the ninth-highest percentage of unemployed individuals who haven’t worked in the past 12 months. Whether this is due to a lack of jobs or personal choice isn’t clear, but it will undoubtedly be a concerning issue for many in the town.

Furthermore, Basildon ranks 11th for the highest childcare costs per month, which is unsurprising given its proximity to London.

These combined factors have led to a high level of anxiety and stress among Basildon residents.

However, Basildon boasts some natural beauty spots, such as the nearby Wat Tyler Country Park and the Langdon Hills Country Park, which offer outdoor activities.

The town also has an array of sports facilities, theaters, and community events.