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Brits feel proud of their region, says Halifax Home Insurance

Fri, 29 May 2009

New research has found that homeowners across the UK are proud of the place they live due to its safeness.

Halifax Home Insurance found that, on average, two-thirds of British people experience regional pride, with 47 per cent of those putting it down to how safe their area is.

Some 73 per cent of north-east residents responding to the bank's Home Insurance Peace of Mind survey said that they feel proud of their region.

Brits also prefer to stay at home rather than go out, according to the report, which found that 65 per cent of respondents would rather spend time indoors than going to the local pub.

Martyn Foulds, senior claims manager at Halifax Home Insurance, said: "Being able to enjoy your home and surroundings is a hugely important factor, so we urge people to be aware of taking every step possible to ensure their homes and families are well protected."

Recent research by the home insurance provider showed that 14 per cent of homeowners fear their property being burgled .
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