More than half of Britons describe their neighbours as ‘strangers’,
And if you thought this was just an urban phenomenon think again. I have visited some very unfriendly rural places, but then it might just be people’s reactions to me! This article tells us:
Britain’s sense of community spirit is in decline, according to a new poll, which found that more than half of respondents barely said a word to their neighbours and 68 per cent describe them as “strangers”.
Two thirds admitted days can pass without them seeing others living on the same street, while 73 per cent said they didn’t even know their names.
Half said they did not feel part of a “good neighbourly community” and nine in 10 admitted they never volunteer to help out with local charities and groups.
Only one in 10 said they would assist with a local tidy up, 12 per cent would help with a charity event and a four per cent would organise a fundraiser or attend a fun run.
Four in 10 said they felt no sense of pride about where they live and 84 per cent fail to participate in any local events.