Britons value good WIFI above their PARENTS! Survey reveals the things in life we hold dear

Britons value good WIFI above their PARENTS! Survey reveals the things in life we hold dear – with FaceTime, Netflix and social media all on the list

  • Travelodge survey found we cannot go without Netflix and online shopping
  • But Briton still value simple pleasures like cups of tea and a good belly laugh
  • Study found that 62 per cent reported that they value having Wi-Fi at home

It is understandable that priorities have changed since the pandemic but a report suggests Britons now value a strong Wi-Fi connection over their parents.

Being happy and healthy still top the list of the things we rate most, but we also cannot go without Netflix, online shopping and social media.

According to a study, many of us also appreciate the simpilicity of a good cup of tea, and the joys of a good belly laugh, while the NHS, seaside jaunts, a garden and the family pet are also among the top things in life. 

The survey of 1,500 adults by Travelodge found that 62 per cent reported that they value having Wi-Fi at home.

According to a Travelodge study, Britons value a strong wifi connection over their parents (stock image)

The survey of 1,500 adults found that 62 per cent reported that they value having Wi-Fi at home so we can browse social media and watch shows on Netflix

The survey of 1,500 adults found that 62 per cent reported that they value having Wi-Fi at home so we can browse social media and watch shows on Netflix

Many also value their health and their apprecition of the NHS puts this at number three on the list of things we value most

Many also value their health and their apprecition of the NHS puts this at number three on the list of things we value most

A family pet is also key to happiness, while people also reported that a settled family and home life are among their top essentials

A family pet is also key to happiness, while people also reported that a settled family and home life are among their top essentials

This is key to our enjoyment of our Netflix subscriptions, making video calls and browsing social media – all things we hold dear. 

Despite the unusual findings, the report revealed that we do value family and our homes among the top things in life. 

Eight in 10 of us prize a faithful partner and a settled domestic life, with well-behaved children and a garden are also among the top things Brits rate.  

Three-quarters also value their health, with pride in the NHS pushing the service to number three on the list. 

More than half of those who took part said holidays and short breaks were essential to get them through the year. 

Eight in 10 of us prize a faithful partner and a settled domestic life, with well-behaved children and a garden are also among the top things Brits rate

Eight in 10 of us prize a faithful partner and a settled domestic life, with well-behaved children and a garden are also among the top things Brits rate

Health was a top priority for much of the nation, who also said mental health was a key factor

Health was a top priority for much of the nation, who also said mental health was a key factor

More than half of those who took part said holidays and short breaks were essential to get them through the year

More than half of those who took part said holidays and short breaks were essential to get them through the year

The study found almost half felt the country was more community minded and appreciated their neighbours more since the pandemic.

Over a third reported that they appreciate having lots of seaside resorts and coastal locations easy to get too around the British coastline, whilst 30 per cent of adults enjoy being at one with nature.

Travelodge spokesman Shakila Ahmed said: “Our research shows that we have become a valueseeking nation, striving to get the most out of all aspects of our lives.”

What are the top things in life we hold dear?

1. Happy home, family time & faithful partner

2. Good health

3. The NHS

4. Wifi at home

5. Belly laughing with family & friends

6. Trustworthy friends

7. Your parents

8. Nice home with a garden

9. Family pet

10. Social media channels

11. Regular holidays and short breaks

12. Online shopping

13. Netflix

14. Your mobile phone

15. Good manners

16. Going to the seaside or the coast

17. Exploring the countryside

18. Being able to work from home

19. Eating out

20. FaceTime

Source: Travelodge