Using the NHS Hearing Loss Data tool, Foxholes Care Home found that more than one million Londoners are currently living with hearing loss. In contrast, the lowest rates were found in Tower Hamlets, where just 8.1 per cent of residents are estimated to have hearing loss. He said: "If you find yourself constantly asking people to repeat themselves, this is an early sign of hearing loss. "Ringing or buzzing in the ears frequently accompanies hearing loss and should be checked by a healthcare professional. Frequently misunderstanding words or giving the wrong response can signal that hearing loss is affecting comprehension.

Source: The Times April 06, 2026 10:05 UTC