City dwellers spend more time outdoors than countryside residents, study reveals

City dwellers spend more time outdoors than countryside residents, study reveals

City dwellers are spending more time outdoors than those living in rural areas, according to a recent study. The survey of 2,000 adults revealed that urban residents spend an average of one hour and 17 minutes outside each day – over 10 minutes more than their suburban counterparts.

However, over half of city folk admitted that this time is primarily spent commuting rather than enjoying nature.

The research also underscored a growing disconnection from nature among younger generations, with 44 per cent of Gen Z and 36 per cent of Millennials feeling less connected to the great outdoors compared to older demographics.

This disconnect is having tangible effects, as two-thirds of Gen Z admit they can go days