BriefTea
Every story in sixty words
Get the free app no ads · no paywallExplained in plain English
How do they rank shopping areas?
The research by JDM Retail looked at thousands of customer reviews to figure out which places people rate highly for independent shops. This isn't just about how many shops there are, but how much shoppers enjoy the experience and variety offered. It's a clever way to gauge real-world appeal beyond simple numbers.
Stories that explain this
Soho makes UK top five for independent shops despite crime worriesRelated explainers
Why are crime worries mentioned? What is independent retail? What's a retail property consultancy? Why are areas 'identified'? Why are claims rising in affluent areas? The Common Travel Area Cost of your shopping Everyday shopping pricesThe full catalogue
Browse every card filed under T →We would like to count visits and see which links bring readers here. That means storing a random ID in your browser. No cookies, no ads, no profile. How it works.