Truro triumphs as the UK’s greenest city, according to the results of data research by online estate agency Yopa.  

Locations across the country were graded using data on air pollution levels, availability of outdoor spaces and residents’ engagement with environmental concerns. With an overall score of 70/100, the Cornish capital beat off all competition.   

Described as “a picturesque destination that sets the standard for environmental friendliness”, Truro recorded the highest number of Google searches per capita for critical topics such as ‘climate change’ and ‘recycling’.  

The city also exhibits an evident consciousness towards electric vehicles, with more searches relative to the population than any other city in the study. 

The chart was scheduled to coincide with the G20 summit, which took place in New Delhi over the weekend.  

Green Party councillor David Sünderhauf, who represents Tregolls ward on Truro City Council, described the achievemment as “really positive news”.  

“I’m very pleased Truro has not only made the list but got the top spot. I think it reflects how nicely we’re embedded in the countryside with green spaces, and also especially how engaged with and concerned about the environment the people of Truro are.  

“Now more than ever, this proves how important it is for Truro City Council to show leadership and be ambitious. We need to reduce our carbon footprint in line with our target of reaching net zero by 2030.”  

Also in the top five are Stirling, Salisbury, Perth, and Canterbury, all praised for “commendably low” CO2 emissions and impressive proportions of household waste sent for recycling.  

Bath, Chester, Edinburgh, Lichfield and Aberdeen completed the top 10, showcasing “remarkable dedication” to sustainable living. 

Portsmouth languished at the bottom of the table, alongside Leicester, London, Bradford and Nottingham.