How happy is YOUR town? Interactive map shows the happiest places to live in Britain (but look away now if you live in Corby)

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If you live in the Outer Hebrides you have every reason to be happy - but you might want to look away now if you're from East Northamptonshire.

New figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have laid bare the parts of the country which are the happiest, most miserable, anxious and have the highest and lowest levels of life satisfaction.

It found the remote islands off the Scottish mainland - otherwise known as Na h-Eileanan Siar - is the happiest place to live, with residents scoring 8.24 out of 10 in the last year. 

While the part of the Midlands - home to towns like Rushden and Thrapston - was deemed the least happiest place to live, scoring just 7.01 in the past 12 months.

When it comes to general satisfaction with life, people in Corby recorded the lowest score, while those in Mid & East Antrim, Northern Ireland, reported being the most satisfied. 

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Click on the interactive map below to see how your area scores on the four categories below. 

New figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have deemed the Outer Hebrides the happiest (Pictured: Stornoway harbour, Isle of Lewis)

According to the ONS, wellbeing levels have been stagnating over the past year despite the country getting wealthier.

The drop in national happiness has been blamed on world events such as the refugee crisis and numerous terror attacks around the world. 

It is the first time since the surveys began in 2011 that wellbeing rates have plateaued.

Known for its breathtaking scenery, remote beaches and diverse wildlife, it is perhaps easy to understand why the chain of remote islands scored so well.

With a population of less than 30,000, the likes of Lewis and St Kilda also boast some of the lowest stress levels, according to the latest figures.

Meanwhile, East Northamptonshire has roughly 87,000 residents, is landlocked and is made up of a mixture of small towns and countryside. 

Those living in Corby, another area of Northamptonshire, reported having the lowest life satisfaction, with West Lancashire, Burnley, Preston and Wolverhampton also in the bottom five. 

Conversely, those with the stunning coastal views in Mid & East Antrim gave their home county 8.39 out of 10.

It was followed by North Kesteven in the East Midlands and fellow Northern Ireland region Mid Ulster. 

Corby scored just 6.86 points out of 10 last year for life satisfaction, figures revealed

Those living in London are the most miserable with their lives in the UK while Northern Ireland has the highest rates, the statistics revealed.  

Since 2011 the ONS has been asking people aged 16 and over four questions about their assessment of their lives.

The questions are: 

• Overall, how satisfied are you with your life nowadays? 
• Overall, to what extent do you feel the things you do in your life are worthwhile? 
• Overall, how happy did you feel yesterday? 
• Overall, how anxious did you feel yesterday?

People respond on a scale of 0 to 10, where 0 is 'not at all' and 10 is 'completely'.

The researchers produce breakdowns of the answers by local authority.

Previous research has shown health, relationships and employment are all factors that matter to personal well-being.

However the ONS stresses is important to consider each area's local circumstances when considering the ratings.

Hammersmith & Fulham was reported to be the most anxious place in the UK, according to the latest statistics (pictured: Hammersmith Bridge)

Hammersmith and Fulham is home to 180,000 people - but it's proximity to central London could be why it is the most anxious place to live.

While the Orkney Islands, home to an array of wildlife and just 20,000 people, scored at the other end of the scale.

And with just 52 people per square mile, it may explain why. Especially considering Hammersmith & Fulham has nearly 540 times the amount in the same space.

Mid & East Antrim, which has 135,000 residents, is located on the picturesque coast of Northern Ireland and includes the major town Ballymena.

It's stunning scenery could be responsible for people feeling it is the most 'worthwhile' place in the UK.

While Gravesham - which was deemed the least 'worthwhile place to live' and has no real landmarks - sits just outside the hustle and bustle of London and is home to 105,000 people. 

Alan MacKenzie, VisitScotland Islands Manager, said it came as 'no surprise' that the Outer Hebrides ranked so highly. 

He said: 'These idyllic islands boast an irresistible mix of breathtaking scenery and wildlife, along with a mesmerising history, vibrant culture and wonderful local produce – from Stornoway black pudding and Hebridean mutton to craft beer and single malt whisky. 

'With long stretches of white sandy beaches to rival the Caribbean, the Outer Hebrides really is one of Britain's last remaining wildernesses.

'Anyone who has ever visited these stunning islands will vouch for that.' 

Mid & East Antrim - home to towns such as Ballymena - was deemed to be the most 'worthwhile' place to live (pictured: Galgorm Castle in Ballymena)