IF you are looking for a great village surrounded by peace and quiet, research suggests you should look no further than Worcestershire. 

New data published by The Telegraph revealed that even though Worcestershire may rank 23rd out of England's 48 counties, it still has many plus points. 

The national paper rated the county eight out of 48 for offering its residents peace and quiet.

It also got a special mention for having a large share of England's top-rated villages.

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Inside one of the county's best-rated villages - John Hunter, owner of Hunter's in Broadway, with Lola Carey and Los Ballard.Inside one of the county's best-rated villages - John Hunter, owner of Hunter's in Broadway, with Lola Carey and Los Ballard. (Image: Newsquest) The Telegraph revealed its list of England's best and worst counties. The full ranking can be viewed online at The Telegraph.

The 48 counties were ranked based on natural wonders, history and culture, luxuries, and peace and quiet.

But this is not the first time Worcestershire has been praised for its villages.

Ombersley and Broadway were ranked among Britain’s greatest villages - both for being quintessentially British and charming looks.

The Kings Arms head chef, Natasha Creamer cooks traditional pub grub, in Ombersley. The Kings Arms head chef, Natasha Creamer cooks traditional pub grub, in Ombersley. (Image: Newsquest) READ MORE: Best villages to visit for a day out near Worcester according to locals

Previously, The Telegraph described the two as opposites - Ombersley is a place no one visits, and Broadway is a secret to no one.

The Telegraph's best counties in England are Devon, Cumbria, and North Yorkshire.

The City of London, Bristol and Bedfordshire were all ranked at the bottom of the Telegraph's list as some of the worst counties in England.