People in Chelmsford smile an average of 21 times a day, according to the results of a survey released today.
But why do they have reasons to be happy?
Community spirit: Thousands of people descended on a farm in Norton Field when ducks were threatened with slaughter earlier this year, giving them homes
Park life: The centre of the city has lots of parks, the centrepiece being Central Park with ornamental lake, tea room, playgrounds and skate park as well as some really striking plants and trees.
Great pubs: The city can boast some great pubs like the Railway Tavern, the Alehouse, the Woolpack, The Orange Tree and Cricketer's Arms, all full of character and a great selection of real ales, a lot of it brewed locally.
Shopping: Chelmsford is a real magnet for shoppers, boasting top high street names without having the oppressive feel of a big shopping centre. That's set to get even better with the coming of Waitrose, John Lewis and all the other retailers destined for the Bond Street development
Events: Cultural events take place throughout the year in the city, from locally organised ones like Boys Toys, The Fling, the Ideas Festival and CITYdiversions to the huge event that is the V Festival.
Travel: The transport links in and out of the city are good, when they work, and a revamped Chelmsford railway station will also provide some respite for those stuck in delays
Fitness fanatics: Chelmsford is set to host its first ever parks marathon this year, and regular runners can already enjoy the weekly ParkRun in Central Park
An unforgettable summer for some: Cycling fanatics also enjoyed a once in a lifetime chance to see the Tour de France head through Chelmsford in 2014. It may have been blink and you'll miss it but the memories will live on forever for some
Schools: King Edward Grammar School and Chelmsford County High School have helped to push the city into the best places to bring up a child, meaning the next generation of hardworkers are schooled right here
Weather: Little old Writtle often records the hottest temperatures in the country whenever there's a heatwave on the horizon
V Festival: Love it or hate it, the biggest names in the globe head for Hylands Park in Chelmsford once a year, providing a boost to the economy and an increase in footfall for businesses
