What makes British hearts flutter with desire?
Drumroll, please – it’s the Essex accent! Yes, you read that right.
The Essex accent has been crowned the ‘most attractive’ in the UK.
Move over, sultry Scots, idiosyncratic Irish and charming Cockneys; it seems the allure of TOWIE’S wit and Essex slang has cast a spell on the nation.
Shedding light on this shocking revelation, were audiologists at The Hearing Care Partnership, interviewed by a UK based Radio Station, who had used their experience and expertise with patients.
He exclaims: “renowned for being one of the most recognisable in the UK, the Essex accent takes the top spot for being the most desired accent, with a one-month search increase of 59%”.
“This could be attributed to the fact that the accent has been hugely popularised by reality TV shows like The Only Way Is Essex, known for its witty one-liners and charming Essex slang.”
The Geordie accent snags second place in the rankings, proving that nothing warms the heart like a bit of Geordie charm.
Following closely at number three is the West Country accent, making us wonder if the West Country knows its appeal stretches beyond rolling hills and cider orchards.
Sorry, Northerners; it looks like this time southern charm has won the day.
Interestingly, Irish accents find themselves in a modest sixth position, while Scottish and Yorkshire accents find themselves at the bottom of the desire list.
Whether it’s the cheeky banter or the infectious Essex slang, the southern charm has certainly cast a spell over the nation.
Whether subtle or strong, an accent is something that everyone has. It plays a significant role in the way we articulate ourselves, communicate, and connect to those around us.
The tonality, pitch, and pace of speech can change how we feel. So no wonder we are drawn to different accents.
Full list of the ‘most desired’ accents in the UK
- Essex
- Geordie
- West Country
- Scouse
- Welsh
- Irish
- Brummie
- Cockney
- Scottish
- Yorkshire
