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New York is famously referred to as the 'City That Never Sleeps'.

Currently, research has verified that the Big Apple indeed lives up to its reputation.

Researchers from Simba surveyed 2,000 people in London To comprehend precisely how many hours of sleep they receive nightly, people in New York should monitor their rest patterns.

The findings showed that the typical individual residing in New York only obtains 6 hours and 36 minutes of shut-eye per night.

In the meantime, an average individual in London gets about 6 hours and 48 minutes of shut-eye every night.

Throughout a year, these additional 12 minutes each night accumulate to an impressive total of three extra days of sleep for people in London!

According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the British guidelines, healthy adults should aim for seven to nine hours of sleep each night consistently to maintain optimal health. National Health Service (NHS),' Simba said.

'State-of-the-art research reveals that both European and American city residents frequently fail to meet their nightly requirement of seven to nine hours of restorative sleep, pointing towards an emerging sleep deficit epidemic in large metropolitan regions across these continents.'

In the course of the survey, Simba inquired of both New Yorkers and Londoners regarding the causes behind their insufficient sleep.

It was discovered that the expense of daily life represented the greatest cause of stress for both groups, with 31 percent of London residents and 30 percent of New York City dwellers mentioning that this issue kept them tossing and turning at night.

The second leading cause of night-time stress for people was health concerns (affecting 19 percent of London residents and 21 percent of those in New York). This was followed closely by disturbances from neighborhood noises.

In that location, people in New York face greater challenges, with 19 percent mentioning this as a significant obstacle to their sleep, whereas only 13 percent of those in London report the same issue.

On the contrary, job-related stress poses a greater issue in London, as indicated by 18 percent of London residents citing it as a cause of insomnia, whereas only 14 percent of New Yorkers mention this concern.

Family issues were also identified as a source of stress for Londoners (16 percent), which was higher than the percentage for New Yorkers (13 percent).

Lisa Artis, Deputy CEO of The Sleep Charity, stated: "A restful night's sleep is essential for both our physical well-being and emotional state."

Studies have indicated that insufficient sleep can elevate the likelihood of developing issues like heart disease, obesity, and stroke, along with boosting our anxiety and stress levels.

'While both cities have vibrant social scenes and demanding jobs, it seems Londoners are carving out a bit more time for rest - or maybe just hitting the snooze button a little more often!'

Upon further examination of the data, the scientists managed to identify the particular neighborhoods in London and New York where residents experience the highest and lowest quality of sleep.

In London, residents of Barking and Dagenham, Hackney, Havering, Newham, Redbridge, Tower Hamlets, and Waltham Forest were discovered to be getting the highest amount of sleep.

Actually, one-third of residents in these areas reported getting at least eight hours of sleep per night on average.

Conversely, residents of Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey, Islington, and Westminster were discovered to receive the minimum amount of sleep among all London boroughs.

More than 40 percent of residents in these districts reported getting an average of six hours or less of sleep.

On the other side of the Atlantic, residents of Manhattan were discovered to be getting the most rest, with almost one-third (30 percent) managing to achieve an average of eight hours or more each night.

Meanwhile, Staten Island residents received the least amount of sleep, as more than half (58 percent) slept for six hours or fewer each night.

Steve Reid, CEO and Co-Founder of Simba, stated: "The rest levels in both cities are alarmingly low."

Sleep is vital for general well-being, affecting aspects ranging from mental health to physical strength, and plays a key role in managing the pressures of urban living.

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