The Journal

The Lake District – England's largest national park – is a joy to behold. Not only is it home to Scafell Pike, England’s highest mountain, and Wast Water, its deepest lake, it’s also just home for tens of thousands of locals who cherish their scenic sweep of the north west. It’s a vast area spanning more than 900 square miles, but with less than 50,000 people living here, there is a glorious amount of room to roam around in: its population density is incredibly favourable when compared to cheek-by-jowl London. Regardless of the statistics and the space, the Lake District delivers on what really matters: in the best places to live, people feel they are part of a thriving community and get that sense of belonging that is integral to a contented lifestyle.