Islanders in north west parishes 'most satisfied'

St Ouen's Bay was noted as one of the best parts of living in the north west

Jersey residents in St Mary, St Ouen and St Peter are the most satisfied with their parishes, according to a survey.

In the north west of the island, 72% of respondents to the 2024 Opinions and Lifestyle Survey said they were "very satisfied" with where they lived.

The annual government survey covers all aspects of life in Jersey.

It revealed adults that lived in rural parishes were more satisfied with where they lived than their urban counterparts. Survey organisers said it was "partially driven by the rural parishes having an older and more affluent profile".

Ben, who is a resident of St Peter, agreed with the findings

In comparison, only 22% of St Helier residents and 29% of people in St Saviour replied that they were "very satisfied".

Ben, from St Peter, agreed with the findings and said: "The community spirit and the fact you've got two pubs, two supermarkets, the school, and the beaches down the road - what more do you want?"

Maria, who is a resident of St Peter, said the parish was "fabulous"

Maria, also from St Peter, said the community and the closeness to town and the beaches were the best parts.

"I just think it's fabulous, the people around here are just something special," she added.

Stephanie, who is a resident of St Peter, said her family was very happy in the parish

Stephanie, who has lived in St Peter for seven months, said her family "absolutely love" the parish.

"People are very friendly and there's lots to do, loads of activities for the children.

"The school is fabulous and we're really happy."

Constable Kevin Lewis wants to introduce more green spaces in St Saviour

Constable of St Saviour, Kevin Lewis, said the parish faced challenges and more than 14,000 people lived there - the second largest population in Jersey.

"We have over 13 schools in the parish and that has its own challenges with traffic, which we're trying to manage.

"Obviously traffic is a problem but we are working with the Department for Infrastructure to try and alleviate that as much as we can."

The parish's five-year plan for improvements includes providing new parks and building more housing for young couples.

In total, 1,200 people responded to the survey.