Warwickshire has been named among the 'most congested' parts of the UK in a recent study.

Experts at traffic plan software Traffic Chart determined the UK areas where you are most likely to get stuck in a traffic jam. 

The study analysed government data for 2023 consisting of the total volume of all vehicle traffic miles, the number of licensed vehicles, and the annual average daily flow of traffic in each local authority area in the UK. 

Each factor was given a score out of 10, and an overall score out of 100 was calculated for each local authority to provide the ranking. 

Warwickshire came in at number five, with a total index score of 80.78 out of 100.

There were 6.076 billion traffic miles reported from all vehicles in the local authority for 2023, with the number of licensed vehicles reaching 423,280, and the annual average daily flow amounting to 6,186. 

The area revealed to be most affected was Surrey, with a total index score of 88.70 out of 100. In the county, there were 802,236 licensed vehicles, which spent a total of 8.448 billion miles in traffic in 2023. Surrey had an annual average daily flow of 8,968. 

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Commenting on the findings, Martijn Hulshof, founder of Traffic Chart, said: "Traffic congestion is a significant issue in the UK for drivers and passengers, particularly in densely populated areas such as Surrey and Essex.

"These counties are known for their high levels of commuter traffic, as they serve as vital links between London and the neighbouring suburbs where many professionals live."

He added: "While there is no way to completely avoid traffic, there are ways to prepare yourself.

"You can do this by allowing plenty of time for travel, being aware of traffic reports, and if necessary, planning around expected congestion."