A new report from Christmastrees.co.uk has revealed the UK towns and cities that spend the most on Christmas lights and decorations. The data is based on Freedom of Information requests submitted to more than 100 local authorities to determine the budget allocated for Christmas decorations this year, and how much money has been spent on decorations per year since 2015. The average spend for each town and city is based on figures for the past five years, from 2015 to 2019. How did your area rank?
7. Carlisle
Average spend per year: £50,415. Average spend per 1,000 people: £464. Photo: Shutterstock
8. Hartlepool
Average spend per year: £42,841. Average spend per 1,000 people: £457. Photo: Shutterstock
9. Scarborough
Average spend per year: £46,814. Average spend per 1,000 people: £431. Photo: Shutterstock
10. St Helens
Average spend per year: £77,395. Average spend per 1,000 people: £430. Photo: Shutterstock
11. Canterbury
Average spend per year: £70,000. Average spend per 1,000 people: £425. Photo: Shutterstock
12. Stevenage
Average spend per year: £36,763. Average spend per 1,000 people: £422. Photo: Shutterstock