The South West of England is the UK’s high vacation spot for over-50s seeking to downsize, as almost half (43%) of the area are over that age, analysis from Regency Dwelling exhibits.
At a neighborhood stage, North Norfolk has emerged because the primary hotspot, with 57.4% of its inhabitants aged over 50, the best determine wherever in England and Wales.
Nationally, over-50s now account for 38.2% of the inhabitants throughout England and Wales.
Tim Simmons, gross sales & advertising director at Regency Dwelling, mentioned: “There’s an actual peace of thoughts that comes with shifting to an space the place you understand you’ll really feel understood, welcomed and supported.
“Whether or not it’s becoming a member of native strolling teams, espresso mornings, or just having fun with a chat with like-minded neighbours, these communities supply the social richness that makes life after 50 much more rewarding.
“It’s for precisely these causes that we’ve seen a rising choice amongst over-50s in relation to choosing the park residence life-style.
“Not solely can they safe a extra reasonably priced residence in a few of the nation’s most stunning retirement spots, however they’ll achieve this in a ready-made group of like-minded folks their very own age, which implies adapting to their new tempo of life is seamless.”
North Norfolk is adopted intently by East Lindsey (54.9%), Rother (54.9%), and Derbyshire Dales (54.6%).
Different standout areas the place greater than half the inhabitants are over 50 embrace West Devon (54.5%), Torridge (53.9%), Dorset (52.6%), the New Forest (52.3%) and the Isle of Wight (52.3%).
These areas supply extra than simply engaging coastlines and countryside — additionally they present group connections, accessible facilities, and an energetic social scene tailor-made to the over-50s.
