London constituencies record the lowest depression rates in England
Brent West falls to 6.66% while St John's Wood North registers 4.2%, the nation’s lowest neighbourhood figure
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The House of Commons Library released a new set of figures that place London at the bottom of England’s depression rankings. According to MyLondon, nine of the ten parliamentary seats with the lowest prevalence are in the capital. Brent West leads the list with 6.66% of adult patients diagnosed by their GP.
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At the finer level of analysis, St John's Wood North in the City of Westminster records the smallest share of diagnosed cases, 4.2% of adults. The next lowest areas are Bryanston and Dorset Square (5.07%) and Regent’s Park (5.14%). All sit well under the national average of 14.3%.
Depression can affect daily life, work and finances, and everyone deserves help. These numbers highlight stark regional differences.
Gemma Byrne, Policy and Influencing Manager, Mind
Islington North, the capital’s most affected seat, shows 13.4% of adult patients with a formal diagnosis. While this is the highest figure for London, it remains lower than the England overall rate of 14.3%.
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Contrast with the rest of the country
The North West of England records the opposite trend. Six of the ten worst‑affected constituencies are located there, and Birkenhead in Merseyside tops the national list at 25%. At neighbourhood level, Brinnington in Stockport reaches 32%, the highest in England.
Mind’s Gemma Byrne noted that deprivation often drives higher depression rates, while London’s lower figures may reflect both socioeconomic factors and greater willingness to seek help. The charity provides several helplines for residents needing support.
The new data arrive as the national government prepares policies aimed at reducing regional health inequalities. No immediate changes to local services have been announced, but the figures are likely to inform future funding allocations.
Questions this report answers
+What is the lowest depression rate recorded in a London constituency?
Brent West registers the lowest rate at 6.66% of adult GP patients diagnosed with depression, according to the House of Commons Library data reported by MyLondon.
+Which neighbourhood in England has the smallest share of diagnosed depression?
St John's Wood North in Westminster records the lowest neighbourhood prevalence at 4.2% of adult residents with a formal diagnosis, based on the same data set.
+Which area in England has the highest depression rate?
Birkenhead in Merseyside shows the highest overall constituency rate at 25%, while Brinnington in Stockport records the highest neighbourhood figure at 32%.
+How does London’s highest constituency rate compare with the national average?
Islington North, London’s most affected seat, has a rate of 13.4%, which is below the England average of 14.3%.
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